2026 Subaru Trailseeker
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 28 of 29 complaints (97%) mention it.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2026 | 2027 | vs. 2026 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 650–700 | 650–700 | |
| Combined MPGe | 114–117 | 114–117 | |
| City / Highway MPGe | 125–126 / 103–107 | 125–126 / 103–107 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 0 | 0 | |
| Complaints filed | 29 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 |
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 Trailseeker have?
No NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026.
What is the most common complaint about the 2026 Subaru Trailseeker?
Electrical: 28 of 29 NHTSA complaints (97%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Subaru Trailseeker get?
EPA rates it 114–117 MPGe combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Subaru Trailseeker?
EPA estimates $650–$700 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 125 MPGe (low) | 103 MPGe (low) | 114 MPGe (low) | $700 (high) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 126 MPGe (high) | 107 MPGe (high) | 117 MPGe (high) | $650 (low) | 0 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 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
No recalls have been issued for this model-year.