2019 SUBARU CROSSTREK Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. This model year has 274 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Visibility/Wiper.
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Worst 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Visibility/Wiper
Uncategorized Issues
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility/Wiper | 113 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 49 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 48 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 33 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 22 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 6 | 2 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tether | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lower Anchor (On Car Seat Or Vehicle) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Carry Handle | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Shell | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Base | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 274 most recent complaints
The rear differential had a contained catastrophic failure. The vehicle had been serviced according to the manufacturer schedule and by their own dealers. The car had never been off road. The failure occurred at 106,500 miles and 6.3 years.
The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, and the vehicle decelerated and lost drive power. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road, where the vehicle complete…
Own a 2019 Suburu Crosstrek vehicle that has unexpectedly accelerated/lurched on its own when pulling forward into a parking spot. This has happened twice...last month & today.
The car started shaking and shuddering at 40 mph on a straight road and I had several losses of motive power, with sluggish acceleration of a busy road. All dashboard lights began to turn on. The Oil Temp light was flashing, indicating an powertrain issue. After slowly driving it…
Dashboard warning lights required an inspection by a qualified mechanic and made the assessment of a faulty ECM relatively easily by noting the excessive heat emitting from the ECU.
Subaru owners have reported experiencing premature parasitic battery drain in vehicles equipped with Starlink in-vehicle technology. The defect presents itself when the equipped data communications module (DCM) attempts to communicate with 3G cellular networks. As 3G networks wit…
The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal ringing sound coming from underneath the dashboard. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, but the ringing sound persisted. After the contact connected t…
. I expect a full recall on this model years and relative MY vehicles with this specific engine due to its obsolescence in the subsequent years. I feel as if I was sold a lemon and defective engine that will eventually become a death trap Dear Bloomington Subaru Service Manager…
Vehicle had a parasitic draw, was in the shop for an extended amount of time, I believe wiring issues were caused from this as well, I had to replace my driver side window switch, buy an optima battery, and drive 3.5hrs to a Subaru dealership in the middle of the winter hoping I’…
PCV problems and the dealership saying they fixed and completed this recall and have not done so and now CVT problems saying there’s no parts to fix it and have to re do the whole valve system Starter with thinking it was a wheel bar ring problem To trying to figure out if it w…
My vehicle would struggle with starting intermittently over the past 2 years. Last week It became a consistent issue each time I would start it. Today my car would not crank and I tried several times over the span of 3 hours. What I experienced previously when starting my vehicle…
The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. While the contact was attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while the engine was still off, the gear shifter was shifted into reverse(R) and the vehic…
The windshield cracked without impact or any other obvious means of damage. I have had 2 other windshields crack in the same manner, the first being December 2022, second March 2024, and now April 2025. All incidents have starts from the bottom on the windshield on the passenger …
The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated while taking the vehicle for a routine oil change. There were no warning lights illuminated. The independent mechanic informed the contact that the control arm was cracked. The contact stated had not experienced the fai…
Using the seat belt with the safe lock feature for rear facing, the car seat becomes loose within 2-3 times using it with my daughter. We have to have her out, undo the safe lock and pull the seat belt tight again to refasten it.
Hello! I started financing my 2019 Subaru Crosstrek in 04/2023. A month after that date, I had a head gasket issue. Then in 2024, a radiator cap deformed after going to the dealer to get an oil change at SF Honda. (The time on that was suspicious being that I didn’t touch that ca…
Spark plug coil leaked oil into the spark plug
Intermittent Power Steering Malfunction while driving causing car to violently "self-steer". Vehicle is NOT equipped with adaptive cruise control or lane assist features. Loss of control while driving become intermittently high risk having to clutch the steering wheel and cou…
Per NHTSA Product Campaign Bulletin WRE-21, all ignition coils on my 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Premium were replace on August 9th, 2021. On November 26th 2024, the same vehicle experienced a total loss of motive power on a 50 mph, 2-lane road, resulting in emergency action to move t…
While driving on the freeway at approximately 60 MPH, the sunroof on my 2019 Subaru Crosstrek suddenly exploded with a very loud pop. This occurred on a sunny, warm day at around 11:30 a.m., following a somewhat cold night. Both the sunroof and the interior sliding cover were ful…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek.
Recalls for 2019 Subaru Crosstrek
7 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2019 Subaru Crosstrek — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek has 274 NHTSA owner complaints, 6 crash-related, and 7 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Visibility/Wiper (113 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek?▾
#1: Visibility/Wiper (113 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (49 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (48 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek?▾
The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek has 6 crash-related complaints and 3 fire reports out of 274 total NHTSA complaints. 5 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek have any recalls?▾
Yes — 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. The largest issue: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek?▾
The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek has notable issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Visibility/Wiper issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Subaru Crosstrek reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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