Is the 2019 Subaru CROSSTREK reliable?

The 2019 Subaru CROSSTREK has 354 complaints filed with NHTSA (4.3x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: avoid. Most common issue: VISIBILITY problems.

What are common problems with the 2019 Subaru CROSSTREK?

Top problems: VISIBILITY (124 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (52 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (50 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2019 Subaru CROSSTREK?

Yes, there are 7 recall(s): VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR, SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER, STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM, SUSPENSION:REAR, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Contact any Subaru dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Subaru CROSSTREK?

The 2019 Subaru CROSSTREK gets 27 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1778. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

Is the 2019 Subaru CROSSTREK often stolen?

Theft risk tier for the Subaru CROSSTREK: very-low. HLDI insurance loss data suggests lower-than-average theft claims for this model.

How much does it cost to insure a 2019 Subaru CROSSTREK?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2019 Subaru CROSSTREK is approximately $1,423/year (suv-compact class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2019 Subaru CROSSTREK

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2019 Subaru CROSSTREK has 354 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 4.3x the segment average of 82. The most common issue is visibility problems (35% of all complaints), specifically: bought a brand new 2019 subaru crosstrek, a crack at the bottom of the windshield just appeared one morning after warming it up in 20 degree weather, in michigan. crack started in the wiper heating element area and the crack spread all the way to the top. no rock chips are present. the car is just o. There are 7 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 4 fire reports filed.

4 fire reports 6 crash reports 5 injuries

354

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

4.3x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

VISIBILITY

124 complaints

35%

• BOUGHT A BRAND NEW 2019 SUBARU CROSSTREK, A CRACK AT THE BOTTOM OF THE WINDSHIELD JUST APPEARED ONE MORNING AFTER WARMING IT UP IN 20 DEGREE WEATHER, IN MICHIGAN. CRACK STARTED IN THE WIPER HEATING ELEMENT AREA AND THE CRACK SPREAD ALL THE WAY TO THE TOP. NO ROCK CHIPS ARE PRESENT. THE CAR IS JUST O
• I BOUGHT NEW 2019 SUBARU OUTBACK 3 WEEKS AGO AND I SEE A CRACK DEVELOPED FROM PASSENGER SIDE OF THE WINDSHIELD IN THE CENTER FOR NO REASON WHILE THE CAR WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE FOR MORE THAN 36 HOURS.I DIDN'T EXPERIENCE ANYTHING HITTING THE WINDSHIELD, AND ITS SPREADING OVER 2 FT ACROSS THE WINDSH
• A FEW DAYS AGO MY NEW SUBARU CROSSTREK DEVELOPED A SPONTANEOUS CRACK IN THE WINDSHIELD. THE CRACK STARTED AT THE DASHBOARD NEAR THE DEFROSTER AND EXTENDED UP ALMOST TO THE ROOF. I HAD IT REPAIRED BY SAFELIGHT WINDSHIELD SPECIALISTS WHO AGREED WITH ME THAT THERE WAS NO EVIDENCE OF A ROCK OR OTHER DAM

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“BOUGHT A BRAND NEW 2019 SUBARU CROSSTREK, A CRACK AT THE BOTTOM OF THE WINDSHIELD JUST APPEARED ONE MORNING AFTER WARMING IT UP IN 20 DEGREE WEATHER, IN MICHIGAN. CRACK STARTED IN THE WIPER HEATING ELEMENT AREA AND THE CRACK SPREAD ALL THE WAY TO THE TOP. NO ROCK CHIPS ARE PRESENT. THE CAR IS JUST O”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2019 Subaru CROSSTREK

Based on 217 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 11K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

193

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

VISIBILITY

In line with typicalmedian 12K mi · 95 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

OTHER

In line with typicalmedian 8K mi · 27 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 10K mi · 24 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

In line with typicalmedian 8K mi · 19 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

STEERING

In line with typicalmedian 4K mi · 12 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

In line with typicalmedian 15K mi · 11 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (7)

VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR30/05/2019

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The driver's side rear-door window glass may be improperly tempered. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."

Risk: Improperly tempered glass can shatter into large pieces, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's side rear-door window glass, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUG-92.

Very low theft risk

Low theft rates typically correlate with lower comprehensive-coverage insurance premiums.

Source: NICB Hot Wheels 2025 report + HLDI theft loss studies. Model-year ranking; not all years of this model have identical risk.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2019 Subaru CROSSTREK

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,778

Per month

$148

Per mile

14.8¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,087/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,455/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2019 Subaru CROSSTREK

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,423

Full coverage / month

$119

Liability only / year

$623

vs US avg

-15%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (suv-compact)1.00x

× theft risk0.85x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$1423

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Subaru CROSSTREK Service Intervals

Oil change

6K mi / 6 mo

Tire rotation

6K mi

Brake fluid

30 months

Transmission fluid

30K mi

Engine coolant

138K mi

Spark plugs

60K mi

Cabin air filter

15K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

30K mi

Boxer engines have specific oil consumption patterns — check oil monthly. CVT service every 30K is critical; skipping shortens life dramatically. AWD requires matched tire wear.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Subaru New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

3 yr / 36K mi

These are the terms for a new Subaru. If you're buying a used 2019 CROSSTREK, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Subaru dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

VISIBILITY(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 354 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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VISIBILITY: BOUGHT A BRAND NEW 2019 SUBARU CROSSTREK, A CRACK AT THE BOTTOM OF THE WINDSHIELD JUST APPEARED ONE MORNING AFTER WARMING IT UP IN 20 DEGREE WEATHER, IN MICHIGAN. CRACK STARTED IN THE WIPER HEATING ELEMENT AREA AND THE CRACK SPREAD ALL THE WAY TO THE TOP. NO ROCK CHIPS ARE PRESENT. THE CAR IS JUST O
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: CAR HAS REPEATEDLY TURNED ITSELF OFF WHILE DRIVING. TWICE, WHEN PRESSING THE BRAKES WHILE EXITING THE HIGHWAY, ALL DASHBOARD LIGHTS (EYESIGHT ALARMS, CHECK ENGINE, ETC.) WILL TURN ON. WHEN THE CAR COMES TO A STOP, THE OIL LIGHT ALSO TURNS ON AND THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF, ESSENTIALLY PUTTING THE CAR IN
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: CAR HAS REPEATEDLY TURNED ITSELF OFF WHILE DRIVING. TWICE, WHEN PRESSING THE BRAKES WHILE EXITING THE HIGHWAY, ALL DASHBOARD LIGHTS (EYESIGHT ALARMS, CHECK ENGINE, ETC.) WILL TURN ON. WHEN THE CAR COMES TO A STOP, THE OIL LIGHT ALSO TURNS ON AND THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF, ESSENTIALLY PUTTING THE CAR IN
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: CAR HAS REPEATEDLY TURNED ITSELF OFF WHILE DRIVING. TWICE, WHEN PRESSING THE BRAKES WHILE EXITING THE HIGHWAY, ALL DASHBOARD LIGHTS (EYESIGHT ALARMS, CHECK ENGINE, ETC.) WILL TURN ON. WHEN THE CAR COMES TO A STOP, THE OIL LIGHT ALSO TURNS ON AND THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF, ESSENTIALLY PUTTING THE CAR IN
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 7 recalls have been completed — free at any Subaru dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)