Does the 2014 Subaru Crosstrek have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Subaru Crosstrek, the most recent reported on February 28, 2019 (Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Subaru Crosstrek?

Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (7 complaints), followed by unknown or other (3).

How many 2014 Subaru Crosstrek complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 16 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2014 Subaru Crosstrek recalls and problems

1 recall and 16 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Subaru Crosstrek.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2014 Subaru Crosstrek recalls

Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch

NHTSA campaign 19V149000 · reported February 28, 2019 · Subaru of America, Inc. · 1,303,530 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.
The risk: Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Power train7
Unknown or other3
Electrical system2
Engine2
Exterior lighting2
Service brakes2
Vehicle speed control2
Structure1
Suspension1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 15, 2019 · Service brakes
2014 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 19V-149. THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE RECALL PERFORMED.

Jul 2, 2019 · Power train · 114,000 miles
THIS LETTER IS TO DOCUMENT AN INCIDENT THAT OCCURRED ON 6/27/19 AT APPROX. 2 PM EST IN DANBURY, CT ON I84. I WAS PROCEEDING WEST ON I84 IN MY 2014 SUBARU CROSSTREK WHEN THE VEHICLE SUFFERED A CATASTROPHIC INTERNAL FAILURE OF THE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT) ASSEMBLY, RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF WHEEL ROTATION…

Jun 13, 2019 · Structure · 104,000 miles
THE HOOD OPENED ON MY 2014 SUBARU CROSSTREK WHILE DRIVING CAUSING EXTENSIVE DAMAGE. CURIOUS ABOUT OTHER REPORTS AND WHO TO CONTACT AT SUBARU?

May 14, 2019 · Unknown or other · 49,500 miles
LOSS OF POWER/VEHICLE DIES WHILE IN DRIVING. DASHBOARD LIGHTS COME ON. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON. HILL START ASSIST LIGHT COMES ON. VEHICLE HAS NO POWER.

May 2, 2019 · Service brakes · 60,000 miles · crash reported
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SUBARU CROSSTREK. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO SLOW DOWN THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKES MALFUNCTIONED AND DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE IN TIME TO AVOID A REAR END COLLISION. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER…

Crosstrek model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2012	0	2	0	0
2013	1	26	1	2
2014	1	16	2	1
2015	1	17	0	0
2016	1	132	4	3
2017	1	94	5	2

Across all years, the 2019 Crosstrek has the most complaints (285). All Subaru Crosstrek years →

Questions

Does the 2014 Subaru Crosstrek have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Subaru Crosstrek, the most recent reported on February 28, 2019 (Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Subaru Crosstrek?: Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (7 complaints), followed by unknown or other (3).
How many 2014 Subaru Crosstrek complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 16 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 15, 2019.