2020 SUBARU CROSSTREK Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. This model year has 64 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Visibility/Wiper.
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Worst 2020 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 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility/Wiper | 30 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 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 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 64 most recent complaints
Beginning one year after buying this used 2020 Subaru Crosstrek base trim the starter failed and battery fully died after failing to start from a stop. The engine was OFF due to the auto-stop system and failed upon lifting my foot from the brake on a slight incline, causing a con…
The rear differential on my PHEV Crosstrek failed around 31,500 miles. My spouse was driving under 30mph and turning, and heard a clunking/popping/metal-on-metal sound that persisted intermittently for the remainder of the drive home. Since then on 1/8/26, the sound has been aggr…
At Miami Airport, with ample space behind the vehicle in front, a pickup truck with a very long sloping ramp trailer to carry several cars pulled into the stated space. The lefthand side rear of the trailer being well below my line of vision hit my bumper on the passenger side. M…
The bolt attaching the front left corner of the seat to the rails came loose and allows the seat to wobble and bounce.
The rear differential on my Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid has failed twice. The first failure occurred around 12,000 miles and the second around 50,000 miles, both while maneuvering slowly in a parking lot. There were no warning lights or messages beforehand. The failure caused grindin…
The 2019-2021 Crosstrek Hybrid has an issue with the fuel tank design. Subaru has finally released a TSB (Reference: 09-82-23R) that explains the issue in more detail and how the defective parts need to be replaced. In short, the fuel tank has a design flaw such that regular fuel…
The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated while pulling into a parking spot and depressing the brake pedal to come to a complete stop, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal a second time, the vehicle jerked, unin…
What component of system failed: transmission At low speeds, my car makes a low moaning sound. I took it to the subaru dealership and after 2.5 hours, they said it's an issue with the transmission and needs a full replacement. Safety: According to a local subaru dealer's website,…
6-8in windshield crack on passenger side, near the bottom just above defrost vents. No apparent trauma to the windshield in that area. No indication that there was a crack forming otherwise; appeared seemingly overnight. Have not yet reported to insurance, dealer, or mfg. I have…
The contact's significant other owns a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated while his significant other was driving from a complete stop, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring. The vehicle was taken to the dealer s…
The auto engine shut off was disengaged by the dealer while doing some repair. When we picked up the car, noticed engine trouble icons signifying this. We called the dealer and advised of this situation. We had asked if it could be disconnected and was told no, it is forbidden…
This vehicle is a plug-in-hybrid. It should not be able to move while plugged in. Problem is attempting to move the vehicle when the charge cable is still attached and the vehicle is on an incline. Subaru does not display a warning message - instead it displays "check engine" an…
Car was thought to be placed in park, key was easily removed, and then the car became mobile and rolled downhill and could not be shifted back into park.
The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while she was sitting in the parked vehicle on the side of the road, another vehicle driving at approximately 60-65 MPH rear-ended her vehicle. The contact's vehicle was pushed into the highway's first lane. The fr…
Transmission began making a whining noise at low speeds accelerating/ and backing up. Slight hesitation when accelerating. Transmission failed at 6k miles- confirmed by dealer and replaced. Now again at 34k miles same issue- transmission confirmed to be issue again by dealer. Sub…
Driving the vehicle on the I-5 freeway, approximately 65mph, the sunroof glass suddenly shattered. It sounded like an explosion. The sunshade was closed , no glass shards entered the vehicle. There were no other vehicles close to mine, no tractor trailers in front of me.
The windshield has formed a crack in the top middle around the area of the rear view mirror with no incident to cause it. The problem is easily identifiable and may cause safety issues if the crack spreads. At this time insurance representatives and the manufacturer have not insp…
The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated while shifting the vehicle into reverse, the vehicle launched forward without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was…
I noticed my windshield spontaneously cracked, without any trauma. This was noticed in the morning after my car had been sitting in the garage overnight. There were no rocks or other debris that hit the car, and there does not appear to be a point of impact. The crack seems to…
The windshield has cracked twice and had to be replaced. The first time was December 2021 and the second time was November 2022. Each time, we did not even see impact with a pebble. We just assume that was what caused the crack. My wife and I have been driving for fifty ye…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek.
Recalls for 2020 Subaru Crosstrek
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2020 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.
No recall campaigns found for this model year in the current data. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls directly for the latest information.
2020 Subaru Crosstrek — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2020 Subaru Crosstrek has 64 NHTSA owner complaints, 6 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Visibility/Wiper (30 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek?▾
#1: Visibility/Wiper (30 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (9 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (8 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek?▾
The 2020 Subaru Crosstrek has 6 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 64 total NHTSA complaints. 3 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek?▾
The 2020 Subaru Crosstrek has severe 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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