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2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek problems
Owners have filed 140 complaints about the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek with NHTSA. Engine accounts for 25% of them — the clear leader, ahead of power train at 15%.
Complaints140
Crashes9
Fires3
Injuries2
Deaths0
What owners report breaking
Engine 25.0% · 35
Power train 15.0% · 21
Unknown or other 13.6% · 19
Electrical system 10.0% · 14
Steering 6.4% · 9
Wheels 4.3% · 6
Fuel/propulsion system 3.6% · 5
Vehicle speed control 3.6% · 5
Severity
Of those complaints, 9 describe a crash, 3 describe a fire and 2 report an injury.
Reading the numbers
Across the 3 model years of the Subaru XV Crosstrek in this data, 2013 draws the most complaints of any of them.
Filings have fallen off, 21 in the last three years against 31 in the three before. That is normal as a generation leaves the road.
The median odometer reading at the time of complaint was 68,500 miles.
In owners' own words
The oil level warning light was iluminated. I stopped and added oil. This is a constant problem which is causing me to add a quart of oil once per week. The dealer has a fix but only for vehicles under warranty and since my vehicle is out of warranty, I'll have to pay out of pocket. From online searches, this is an issue affecting many cars. The cost, for me, will be in the thousands of dollars. Engine · reported at 145,000 miles
I have contacted all of the local dealers to schedule a recall repair on my engine valve springs. They all put me on a waiting list. This occurred 2 months ago and I still have not heard from any of the dealers. I believe the dealerships have not acted properly to remedy the issue in a timely manner, which is a real safety concern for me as I drive the vehicle daily. Engine
The contact owns a 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. The contact stated that the recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 18v772000 (engine) was received in december of 2018. An unknown dealer was called and stated that the part was not available. The manufacturer was notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Engine
Verbatim from NHTSA filings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
Safety recalls
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