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2013 Subaru Crosstrek Problems and Recalls

Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Subaru Crosstrek, most often about the engine (42% of complaints, typically around 55,000 miles). It is 11th of 15 Crosstrek model years by number of complaints and has 1 recall.

Complaints26
Recalls1
Crashes reported1
Fires reported2
Injuries reported0

Most common 2013 Subaru Crosstrek problems

  1. Engine

    11 complaints · 42%

    Half of these problems showed up before 55,000 miles.

    The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that oil needed to be added to the vehicle every 1,200 miles and the low oil warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to lithia Subaru of fresno (5499 n blackstone ave, fresno, ca 93710, ([phone]) where the contact was informed that a consumption…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2018, at 55,000 miles
    I recieved a recall notice in dec. 2018. I called my dealer to make an appointment. I was told the next appointment would be december 2020. I was told the appointment would be moved up but that has not happened. The only way to get it done earlier would be to take it to the dealer and use a loaner or rental car until…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2019, at 27,000 miles

  2. Electrical

    5 complaints · 19%

    Half of these problems showed up before 32,500 miles. Parts named most often: instrument panel.

    Eco-wiring made of materials that attract animals. A rodent chewed through my wiring harness. $800 worth of damage that could be prevented. Car is inoperable.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2017, at 32,600 miles
    The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that after refueling with the fuel tank at 3/4 tank full, the fuel gauge failed to provide the correct fuel level. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the fuel sending tank, but the failure continued to occur. The contact indicated that…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2021, at 1,000 miles

  3. Transmission

    4 complaints · 15%

    When turning right heard clicking se from right front; garage replaced axle 74,141 miles. Was told by 1st garage that this was their 3rd 2013 Crosstrek in the last month that was having this problem. Subaru dealer told me they were not aware of a problem.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2017, at 74,141 miles
    Solenoid valve in CVT cracked after 6.5 years of use (roughly 140k - 160k miles). Got it fixed, then 1 year later (another 40k - 20k miles), it went out again. This time the whole transmission needed to be replaced. Both times I was accelerating. The first time from a stop, and second time I was on the freeway going…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2018, at 186,000 miles

  4. Lights

    3 complaints · 12%

    4th seat of replacement headlight bulbs so far (low beams) since new. Original owners, no accidents, no aftermarket items. They both burn at the same time. You only notice it once its dark outside at you try to drive home from work and no low beams.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2016, at 105,000 miles

Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.

2013 Subaru Crosstrek recalls

  1. Lights: switch

    NHTSA 19V149000 · February 28, 2019 · 1,303,530 vehicles

    Risk: Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.

    Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began april 15, 2019. Owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wue-90.

    Full defect summary

    Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 forester, 2008-2016 impreza sedans, 2012-2016 impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 wrx sedans (including sti), and 2013-2017 crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of park.

Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.

Questions about the 2013 Subaru Crosstrek

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Subaru Crosstrek?
By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (11 complaints, typically around 55,000 miles); electrical (5 complaints, typically around 32,500 miles); transmission (4 complaints).
How many recalls does the 2013 Subaru Crosstrek have?
1 recall listed by NHTSA, the latest from February 28, 2019 (lights). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
Is the 2013 a bad year for the Subaru Crosstrek?
It is 11th of 15 Crosstrek model years by number of complaints, with 26 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.

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