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2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 98 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek, most often about the engine (36% of complaints, typically around 72,000 miles). It is the most complained-about XV Crosstrek model year since 2000 and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek problems
Engine
35 complaints · 36%Half of these problems showed up before 72,000 miles.
Took my vehicle in for a recall service for the engine valve spring. After the service was completed and with a little over a hundred miles driven since the service, my engine stopped while at a red. After restarting the car, my engine light has come on.
After taking my vehicle into dealership for valve spring recall, service rep also suggested oil change at same time. I agreed. As soon as I drove it off the dealership lot, check oil light came on. I immediately returned car to have it checked but dealership said oil was full, probably faulty sensor and sent me away…
Transmission
22 complaints · 22%Half of these problems showed up before 65,500 miles.
My 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek was purchased brand new in september 2013. Within 65k miles I had to replace the cv joint on both front wheels (issue was indicated by a clicking sound from the wheel when turning right or left). Again, at around 120k miles I had to replace them both, and now, a third time at 182k miles.…
The key gets stuck when you turn off the car. You have to turn it on and put it in gear and try again. Sonetimes it takes one try and sometimes up to 20. Please help. We cant leave it in the car because the battery will drain. Is there a recall coming for this? The technician said they see this a lot but ours is the…
Other or unspecified
19 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 71,000 miles.
Two concerns. Purchased vehicle new march 2013. 5000 miles later check oil light illuminated. Had to add 1 qt. Oil. Went to dealer to inquire. Said they had to monitor. Continually happened at 5000. First said I had a faulty oil sensor (recall). Thought that was odd since it only happened when the oil was low. Then…
Tvehicle bounces even when going over smooth roads. Engine seem try to stall while idled in drive mode. Rough starting of vehicle makes noises until warms. Vehicle has less than 55,000 miles
Electrical
14 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 121,000 miles.
On two occasions while traveling over 70 MPH on I-26 outside of columbia, sc the vehicle's electric system appeared to malfunction and vehicle died immediately. The clock, fuel economy readings, and radio shut off. The vehicle stalled and had to be maneuvered to the shoulder of the interstate with no acceleration…
The contact owns a 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. While driving at an unknown speed and attempting to adjust the air conditioner, the motor seized without warning. The contact mentioned that the fan failed to work. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the heater blower control power plug…
Steering
9 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 47,500 miles.
We went skiing with our kids last saturday. There was an ice storm the night before and the roads were bad. We were traveling about 50 miles. I have driven icy roads my whole life and have owned several subarus. At any speed over 45 MPH the back end would kick sideways. I could tell by the other car's on the road that…
After parking the car in -18 degree air temperature, for only 20 minutes, the power steering stopped working. I called the dealer from where I bought the new car 2 months earlier, to ask for an appointment. The service department at charlie's motor mall in augusta, maine said that they had three incidences of this…
Wheels and tires
6 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 75,500 miles.
My 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek was purchased brand new in september 2013. Within 65k miles I had to replace the cv joint on both front wheels (issue was indicated by a clicking sound from the wheel when turning right or left). Again, at around 120k miles I had to replace them both, and now, a third time at 182k miles.…
Rumble noise coming from rear of vehicle while driving. Upon inspection, it was found that right wheel bearing and hub assembly needed replaced. Without replacement, wheel could fall off.
Brakes
6 complaints · 6%There is a little space between the brake lamp switch and brake that has my brake lights constantly on. While I am driving if I don't keep my left foot under the brake pedal and pushing it up then the brake lights will constantly be on. If I don't keep my foot there then sometimes when I am going up a hill or driving…
Visibility and wipers
6 complaints · 6%Parts named most often: sun/moon roof assembly, defroster/defogger/hvac system.
The contact owns a 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. While driving at an unknown speed and attempting to adjust the air conditioner, the motor seized without warning. The contact mentioned that the fan failed to work. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the heater blower control power plug…
Vehicle was in motion on a straight portion of the interstate. Speed was aprox. 70 MPH and ambient temp. Aprox. 70 f. Front passenger side main window shattered. No object was observed to have hit window prior to it shattering.
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 XV Crosstrek recalls
Engine
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify their owners. Toyota will notify the fr-s owners. Dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began december 26, 2018. Subaru owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, toyota owners may contact the toyota customer experience center at 1-888-270-9371. Subaru's number for this recall is wty-84.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2012-2014 subaru impreza, 2012-2013 impreza stationwagon, 2013 subaru brz, xv crosstrek and toyota scion fr-s vehicles. The engine valve springs in these vehicles may fracture causing an engine malfunction or a possible engine stall.
Equipment
Risk: The engine may inadvertently start and run for up to fifteen minutes. The engine may continue to start and stop until the fob battery is depleted, or until the vehicle runs out of fuel. If the vehicle is parked in an enclosed area, there is a risk of carbon monoxide build-up which may cause headaches, dizziness or, in extreme cases, unconsciousness and/or asphyxiation.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the res key fobs, free of charge. The recall began on april 22, 2013. Owners may contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783 for more information.
Full defect summary
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 legacy and outback vehicles equipped with an automatic or CVT transmission and an audiovox remote engine starter (res) accessory, certain model year 2012-2013 impreza vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and an audiovox remote engine starter (res) accessory, and certain model year 2013 xv crosstrek vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and an audiovox remote engine starter (res) accessory. Additionally included are certain model year 2013 legacy and outback vehicles that may have received replacement res fobs. If the res fob is dropped, the fob may malfunction and randomly transmit an engine start request without pressing the button.
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 XV Crosstrek
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (35 complaints, typically around 72,000 miles); transmission (22 complaints, typically around 65,500 miles); other or unspecified (19 complaints, typically around 71,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from November 1, 2018 (engine). 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 XV Crosstrek?
- It is the most complained-about XV Crosstrek model year since 2000, with 98 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.