2021 Subaru Crosstrek power train problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek — 12% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Was driving on highway when all of the lights on my dash illuminated. Eventually I got a warning for oil at temp alarm. Was giving code P2757 and P0700. Looks like this a common issue in Subarus but doesn’t look like it covers anything after 2020.”
filed Jul 31, 2026
“Viscous Coupling and center differential failing. unable to turn at low speeds. Low mileage vehicle, under 40,000. This is a several 1000$ repair that happens right after warranty”
filed Jul 14, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to failCampaign 23V755000 · Nov 9, 2023
Related service bulletins
This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR580 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed.
16-158-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 20, 2026This Service Information Bulletin announces the release of a new diagnostic assistance application for TR690 and TR580 CVT-equipped vehicles. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.
16-154-25R · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 20, 2026This Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models…
16-132-20R · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 20, 2026
Power Train problems in other Crosstrek years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Crosstrek | 1 | 2% |
| 2024 Crosstrek | 3 | 3% |
| 2022 Crosstrek | 1 | 3% |
| 2020 Crosstrek | 9 | 13% |
| 2019 Crosstrek | 24 | 8% |
| 2018 Crosstrek | 14 | 7% |
| 2017 Crosstrek | 13 | 14% |
| 2016 Crosstrek | 18 | 14% |
| 2013 Crosstrek | 4 | 15% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.