2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek vs 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 96 | 80 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 291 | 251 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–28 | 25–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 71,000 mi | 51,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru XV Crosstrek | Subaru XV Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 35 | 11 |
| Power Train | 21 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 20 |
| Steering | 9 | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 6 | 0 |
2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
2014 Subaru XV 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.