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Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Crosstrek Hybrid from 2019 to 2026: 1 owner complaints and 6 recalls across 5 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2021 (1). Best fuel economy: 36 mpg combined (2026).

Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid
Photo: LukaCali · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical1
Engine1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20191035
20201035
20211135
202210–
20262036

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2021 (1).

How many recalls has the Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid had?

Across 2019–2026, NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).