2023 Subaru Crosstrek: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2023 Subaru Crosstrek? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 29 complaints, with Uncategorized Issues as the top reported area.
2023 Subaru Crosstrek Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated energy efficiency for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek. Values shown in MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent).
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2023 Subaru Crosstrek Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
15.6% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
15.6% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek has 29 owner complaints, 3 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Uncategorized Issues. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Subaru
- Model
- Crosstrek
- Model year
- 2023
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 29
- Crash-related complaints
- 3
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Uncategorized Issues
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPGe combined
- 30
- EPA MPGe city / highway
- 28 / 33
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electric range (miles)
- 480
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Uncategorized Issues
Visibility/Wiper
Engine Problems
Complaint patterns center on Uncategorized Issues, Visibility/Wiper, Engine Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2023 Subaru Crosstrek?
The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2023 Subaru Crosstrek
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the vehicle for any uncategorized issues reported by previous owners.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for visibility/wiper and engine components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the forward collision avoidance and lane departure systems.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the vehicle for any uncategorized issues reported by previous owners.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for visibility/wiper and engine components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the forward collision avoidance and lane departure systems.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2023 Subaru Crosstrek, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 29 NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek, issues appear concentrated in uncategorized problems, visibility/wiper components, and engine concerns. A small number of crash-related complaints were reported, but the overall confidence level is low due to limited data.
- Uncategorized Issues account for the highest number of complaints (10).
- Visibility/Wiper complaints total 6, indicating potential concerns with wiper performance or visibility.
- Engine Problems are reported in 5 complaints, suggesting possible powertrain issues.
- Uncategorized Issues: 10 complaints, the most frequent category.
- Visibility/Wiper: 6 complaints, may involve wiper malfunction or poor visibility.
- Engine Problems: 5 complaints, could relate to performance or reliability.
All 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Passenger side valve cover gasket and spark plug seal failure.
I was driving today January 30th 2026 on the road going 35 mph into the sunlight and all of the sudden my vehicle acted like I slammed on my brakes and I jerked forward almost hitting my chin in the steering wheel. Luckily no one was close behind me or I could have easily been hi…
I've never taken my 23 crosstrek off the pavement I'm driving down hyw and my rear struts break my crosstrek has 38 thousand miles on it and it's only 3 and 1/2 years old I've owned many cars were if drove hundreds of thousands mile and none of them broke there struts going down …
The contact owns a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while her grandson was driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver's side windshield cracked unexpectedly. The windshield had developed a crack without impact. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determi…
Oct 7 2025 when me and my 6 year old daughter. Was leaving after picking her up at mom i drove off then came to stop sign so i slowly hit breaks and car accelerated very dangerous im very concerned
When driving after let of throttle it some time floors it 4 times
THE BRAKE PEDAL SOME TIME GOES DOWN TO THE FLOOR. I BROUGHT VEHICLE IN SUBARU DEALER FOR CHECK UP. THEY STATED THAT THE POWER BRAKE BOOSTER IS DEFECTIVE, NEED TO BE REPLACE. THIS IS 2023 VEHICLE AND THE MILEAGE IS ONLY 46,000 MILES. For safety to me and other drivers please i…
Driving down highway in center lane, at or under speed limit, rainy conditions. Unexpectedly hydroplaned when transitioning from asphalt to bridge. Collided head-on with guardrail on right-hand side of road. Car then rotated and driver side rear collided with guardrail again. Ai…
The contact owns a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while turning into a parking spot at 20 MPH and upon depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle continued to accelerate, causing the contact to crash the front of the vehicle into the concrete wall. The vehicle came t…
The component that is compromised on my '23 Subaru Crosstrek Sport is the windshield. My vehicle is available for inspection upon request. Monday, Jan 13, 2025, a crack formed on my windshield. The crack happened on the inside of the vehicle. It was positioned above the defroste…
Windshield began to crack in the lower right corner (sitting in drivers seat) over a year ago, was replaced and just noticed a crack again recently starting in the same spot.
On the morning of 12/26/24 - I stepped inside my 2023 Subaru Crosstrek and turned on the engine. The vehicle was parked in a commuter parking lot near my home to begin with. When I turned on the vehicle - I noticed a loud roaring sound when the engine turned on which i thought …
rear tire mostly but all 4 - need to add air 2-3 times daily. even adjusting the air pressure when tires are cold we still need to add air daily. Driving an hour at highway speed, parking car for a couple of hours and still the tire pressure is never sufficient. Brought to dea…
The windshield keeps chipping easily. I have not had it inspected. I am not sure who inspects them. It is obviously a safety risk.
A/C drain clogged and let water into car drenching all carpets below all seats- (2) electronic devices below driver and passenger seats malfunctioned and caused all Eyesight and safety systems to fail along with check engine light turning ON, all safety systems failed, all wheel …
On July 12, 2024 I was driving down the highway when my sunroof suddenly shattered. It sounded like an explosion or a gun went off. I nearly crashed my vehicle. There were no vehicles in front of me however there were vehicles behind me. I looked back into my rear view mirror and…
All the advanced driver assistance system items listed on the website list all Shutdown. The emergency brake lamp also was lighted. Subaru service has not found a solution as of yet. This issue clears then coms back within a single day. I find the system that I purchased not work…
Potential safety hazard ? Engine Auto start/stop feature for gas savings and emmisons control works by applying brakes and Engine shuts off, it restarts when brakes released. Normal operation, BUT I have noticed that unbuckeling the seatbelt or OPENING the DOOR will cause it to…
Windshield cracked two times in the first year. I feel these windshields are more susceptible to cracking when a rock hits them. Very expensive to replace the windshields.
head unit/infotainment works intermittently meaning all the safety features, car play works intermittently the hands free safety features work intermittently also maps and radio all malfunctions intermittently. At 800 miles I have a paint chip on the back of the cars bumper paint…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek.
2023 Subaru Crosstrek Recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek. No recall campaigns are currently listed for this model year in the dataset, but VIN-level recall checks are still essential. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No recall campaigns found for this model year in the current data. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls directly for the latest information.
2023 Subaru Crosstrek Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 29 owner complaints, 3 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (10 complaints). #2: Visibility/Wiper (6 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (5 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek, NHTSA complaints include 3 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 29 total complaints. 3 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek?▾
The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Uncategorized Issues during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
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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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.