2024 Subaru Crosstrek
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Visibility & Lighting
Visibility & Lighting leads by volume: 34 of 115 complaints (30%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Driver Assistance & Speed Control include more reported injuries (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 34 in 2023 to 115 in 2024.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2024 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,100–2,500 | 1,800–2,500 | 2,150–2,300 | 2,150–2,300 | 1,750–2,400 | |
| Combined MPG | 25–30 | 25–35 | 27–29 | 27–29 | 26–36 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 22–28 / 29–34 | 22–36 / 29–35 | 25–27 / 29–34 | 25–27 / 29–34 | 24–36 / 29–36 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 297–355 | 297–355 | 300–332 | 300–332 | 246–337 | |
| Complaints filed | 31 | 34 | 115 | 43 | 8 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 3 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek?
Visibility & Lighting: 34 of 115 NHTSA complaints (30%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek get?
EPA rates it 27–29 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek?
EPA estimates $2,150–$2,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 27 mpg (high) | 34 mpg (high) | 29 mpg (high) | $2,150 (low) | 300 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 26 mpg | 33 mpg | 29 mpg (high) | $2,150 (low) | 305 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 25 mpg (low) | 29 mpg (low) | 27 mpg (low) | $2,300 (high) | 332 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 16 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 32 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT · Campaign 23V754000 · Nov 13, 2023
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles. The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.
Consequence: A broken driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power while driving or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake engaged. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the left and right front driveshafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRP-23.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · Campaign 23V551000 · Aug 7, 2023
Defect: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles. Due to insufficient clearance, the instrument panel harness may contact the steering beam bracket, damaging the wire insulation and causing a short circuit.
Consequence: A short circuit may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the harness and install an additional clamp on the steering beam bracket. If damage is found, dealers will add protective tape or replace the instrument panel harness, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-23.