2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek engine problems
35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek — 36% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I have been working with Subaru of America and Capital Subaru service in San Jose, CA for a 2013 Subaru Crosstrek XV 2.0 CVT automatic engine shortly after we bought it used for multiple faulty known engine problems with this specific make and model. Since we have owned the vehicle, we have not…”
filed Apr 9, 2026
“The engine stalled unexpectedly during operation. I noticed a sudden loss of power, and the vehicle shut off without warning. This has happened more than once, posing a safety concern.”
filed Sep 1, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Engine valve springs in these vehicles may fracture causing an engine malfunction or a…Campaign 18V772000 · Nov 1, 2018
Engine problems in other XV Crosstrek years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 XV Crosstrek | 13 | 17% |
| 2014 XV Crosstrek | 11 | 14% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 Subaru XV 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.