The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 5 of 11 complaints (45%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 47 in 2025 to 11 in 2026.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 11
- Recall campaigns
- 1
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $1,750–$2,400
- Combined MPG
- 26–36
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | vs. 2026 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,150–2,300 | 2,150–2,300 | 1,750–2,400 | 1,650–2,400 | |
| Combined MPG | 27–29 | 27–29 | 26–36 | 26–38 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 25–27 / 29–34 | 25–27 / 29–34 | 24–36 / 29–36 | 24–39 / 29–36 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 300–332 | 300–332 | 246–337 | 237–337 | |
| Complaints filed | 121 | 47 | 11 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 10 | 3 | 1 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 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 2026 Subaru Crosstrek have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 5 of 11 NHTSA complaints (45%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek get?
EPA rates it 26–36 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Subaru Crosstrek?
EPA estimates $1,750–$2,400 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 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 26 mpg | 33 mpg | 29 mpg | $2,150 | 307 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 24 mpg (low) | 29 mpg (low) | 26 mpg (low) | $2,400 (high) | 337 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 36 mpg (high) | 36 mpg (high) | 36 mpg (high) | $1,750 (low) | 246 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 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 (1)
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
- Defect
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek and Forester vehicles. The castle nut on the left-front lower control arm ball joint may be improperly fastened, which can lead to the ball joint separating from the lower control arm.
- Consequence
- A ball joint that separates from the lower control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the left-front lower control arm ball joint assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 16, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI26.