2022 Subaru Crosstrek Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Crosstrek years
- Fewer complaints than other years 10th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek. That ranks 10th out of 15 Crosstrek model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (13 complaints, 42%). Complaints mention 3 crashes, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
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- 31owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2022 Subaru Crosstrek problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 13 | 42% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | 19% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 13% | 34,000 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 10% | 7,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 6% | 34,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 3% | 34,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2022 Subaru Crosstrek recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While driving down the interstate just before reaching the causeway tunnel, my moonroof exploded. I thought my car had been shot. I checked and did not see any damage to my car until I slid open the cover to the moonroof. It was shattered. Nothing was surrounding my car that could have hit or…
On XXX at approximately 8:00 p.m., I was driving my 2022 Subaru Crosstrek westbound onXXX descending from the [XXX] area toward [XXX], shortly after [XXX]. It was approximately 90°F. I was traveling about 75 mph in the middle lane, going straight, with normal traffic around me. Without warning, I…
I was advised to file a report for a known problem with Subaru 2022 Crosstrek.It involves the infotainment system failures. These are listed in a Subaru service bulletin dated 1/28/25- head unit warranty extension. My issues primarily involve carplay but there have been other issues associated with…
To Whom It May Concern, I am filing a formal dispute and safety complaint regarding my 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Limited. On November 12, 2025, while driving at approximately 70 mph on the highway, the vehicle suddenly stopped operating automatically without warning. This was a terrifying and dangerous…
I was driving on the highway in stop-and-go traffic when suddenly I found myself depressing the brake pedal to the floor and the car would not stop. Additionally, the eyesight function that prevents forward collisions did not alert for obstruction or stop the vehicle. I was able to put the vehicle…
Other Subaru Crosstrek years
← 2021 Crosstrek · 2023 Crosstrek →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Crosstrek | 9 | 0 |
| 2025 Crosstrek | 44 | 0 |
| 2024 Crosstrek | 120 | 2 |
| 2023 Crosstrek | 34 | 0 |
| 2022 | 31 | 0 |
| 2021 Crosstrek | 115 | 1 |
| 2020 Crosstrek | 69 | 0 |
| 2019 Crosstrek | 285 | 7 |
| 2018 Crosstrek | 195 | 5 |
| 2017 Crosstrek | 94 | 1 |
| 2016 Crosstrek | 132 | 1 |
| 2015 Crosstrek | 17 | 1 |
| 2014 Crosstrek | 16 | 1 |
| 2013 Crosstrek | 26 | 1 |
| 2012 Crosstrek | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek?
Owners most often report unknown or other, visibility/wiper, electrical system problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 13 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Crosstrek model years, the 2022 has fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.