2021 Subaru Crosstrek recalls and problems

1 recall and 115 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek.

1
recalls
115
owner complaints
8
complaints mentioning a crash
2
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.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek recalls

Power train: automatic transmission, park/neutral start interlock switch

NHTSA campaign 23V755000 · reported November 9, 2023 · Subaru of America, Inc. · 95,830 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.
The risk
An inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

Sep 5, 2026 · Unknown or other

Drivers side door, interior automatic door lock switch spins and makes a clicking sound when you just start go forward.

Aug 24, 2026 · Electrical system

There have been multiple instances where my car has failed to “restart” if the auto-start-stop feature is on. I immediately turn that setting off every time I get into my car because if I pause for too long at a light/stop sign etc.the engine will stall and turn off (without being in park). I have reported this to…

Aug 21, 2026 · Service brakes

We brought the vehicle in for routine maintenance. They reported that all brake hoses were bulging and at risk of failing at any time. They said that there was a related recall for a similar issue on other CrossTrek's but that ours was not included in the VIN list, so was not a part of the recall. This appears to be a…

Jul 31, 2026 · Electrical system

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.

Jul 16, 2026 · Engine

- Rod #4 failure of unknown cause, although there is speculation that current failure may be related to a major repair in oil system a year ago. - My safety along with my unborn child’s, husband’s and brother in law’s were all at risk. Another driver had to take evasive action to avoid hitting us in an active fast…

Crosstrek model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2018 5195101
2019 728573
2020 06960
2021 111582
2022 03130
2023 03540
2024 2120102

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

Questions

Does the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, the most recent reported on November 9, 2023 (Power train: automatic transmission, park/neutral start interlock switch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek?
Owners have filed 115 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is visibility/wiper (29 complaints), followed by unknown or other (25).
How many 2021 Subaru Crosstrek complaints mention a crash or fire?
8 of 115 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 6 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 5, 2026.