2016 Subaru Crosstrek vs 2018 Subaru Crosstrek
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Subaru Crosstrek | 2018 Subaru Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 131 | 194 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 343 | 506 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 25–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 38,000 mi | 19,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Crosstrek | Subaru Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 37 | 32 |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 64 |
| Engine | 13 | 32 |
| Power Train | 18 | 14 |
| Steering | 13 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 13 |
| Structure | 5 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 12 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2016 Subaru Crosstrek
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.