2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XV Crosstrek years
- More complaints than other years 3rd of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek. That ranks 3rd out of 5 XV Crosstrek model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (20 complaints, 25%), typically at around 47,700 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 1 fire, 3 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 79owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 Subaru XV 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 | 20 | 25% | 47,700 | — | — |
| Power Train | 18 | 23% | 67,115 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 15 | 19% | 37,801 | — | — |
| Engine | 13 | 16% | 7,758 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 9% | 23,401 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 8% | 23,500 | — | — |
| Structure | 5 | 6% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 4 | 5% | 54,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 4% | 33,401 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 4% | 40,225 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 3% | 61,790 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 3% | 88,598 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1% | 35,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek recalls (1)
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Forward collision avoidance: crash imminent braking; exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Problem: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Outback vehicles manufactured February 24, 2014, to April 16, 2015, Impreza vehicles manufactured September 9, 2014, to April 14, 2015, XV Crosstrek vehicles manufactured October 16, 2014, to April 15, 2015, and 2016 WRX vehicles manufactured March 23, 2015, and equipped with the Eyesight Driver Assist System. If the switch that activates the brake lights fails, the automatic pre-collision braking component of the driver assist system will not function.
Risk: If the automatic pre-collision braking system does not function as intended, the vehicle will not react to an obstacle in its path, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the driver assist system, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WQS-54.
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.
I started the car up in a parking spot located in [XXX]. When I shifted it into drive, it immediately took off, and when I repeatedly hit the brake, it wouldn't stop. It hit a parked car about a car and a half length in front of me, which hit another parked car in front of it; both were damaged…
The contact owns a 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek. The contact stated that while driving 72 MPH, the vehicle stalled and bucked, with a grinding sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road. Additionally, there was a burning…
I am filing a complaint regarding a major CVT transmission failure in my 2015 Subaru Crosstrek at approximately 117,318 miles. Prior to failure, there were no warning lights, dashboard messages, or significant indications of impending transmission failure. The only noticeable symptom was a slight…
While driving at normal operating speed, the vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of engine power with no prior warning. There were no dashboard alerts, warning lights, or check engine indicators before the failure occurred. The vehicle became immediately unsafe to operate and had to be…
UNKNOWN exact cause. Rear end of vehicle suddenly appears lower than normal. Suspension seems to be issue. Feels as though vehicle lost suspension in rear with no obvious outward cause. Awaiting inspection at dealership. Does not seem safe to drive in current condition with unknown cause of issue…
Other Subaru XV Crosstrek years
← 2014 XV Crosstrek · 2016 XV Crosstrek →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 XV Crosstrek | 3 | 0 |
| 2016 XV Crosstrek | 3 | 0 |
| 2015 | 79 | 1 |
| 2014 XV Crosstrek | 81 | 0 |
| 2013 XV Crosstrek | 98 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek?
Owners most often report unknown or other, power train, electrical system problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 20 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XV Crosstrek model years, the 2015 has more 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.