2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 21, 2019 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XV Crosstrek Hybrid years
Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid. That ranks 2nd out of 2 XV Crosstrek Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (3 complaints, 75%), typically at around 39,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System3 · ~39,000 mi
Power Train1 · ~20,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System375%39,000——
Power Train125%20,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2018, with 3 complaints
2018: 3201832019: 120191

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid.

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.

On two different occasions, the engine shut off unexpectedly and i had to turn off the engine and restart the car (per instructions on the navigation screen). The first time i was able to creep to the side of the road & restart the car. The second time, i was at a stop light and was able to restart…

Electrical System · received Apr 21, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11202731

WHEN THE CAR IS STOPPED AND BEGINNING TO PROCEED AGAIN, IT WILL BUCK, STAGGER SOMETIMES SLAM INTO GEAR, SOMETIMES THE GEAR DOESNT ENGAGE, WHEN I AM APPLYING BRAKES IT WILL ALSO HAPPEN JUST ABOUT STALLING OR IT WILL JUMP FORWARD- THIS HAPPENS ON ALL ROADS AND MY DRIVEWAY. No airbag failure, was…

Power Train · received Aug 13, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11119535

Driver and passenger windows not functioning normally after 38,000 miles. Driver side will auto down, but will only roll up a few inches at a time. Passenger side window controls fail on driver side but down functionality work on passenger side however up function fails and window stays stuck open.

Electrical System · received Jul 25, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11113484

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 subaru xv crosstrek hybrid. While driving at unknown speeds, the contact noticed an abnormal rotten egg odor emerging from the vents. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and it was diagnosed that the battery was…

Electrical System · received May 18, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11096779

Other Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
201540
2014 XV Crosstrek Hybrid100

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid?

Owners most often report electrical system, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XV Crosstrek Hybrid model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare, 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.