The vehicle dossier US · 2024

2024 Subaru
CROSSTREKProblems & recalls

118 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Other components appears in 72 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.

Snapshot Sep 28, 2026Live NHTSA complaint API How this dossier is compiled

01 / Owner-reported evidence

What owners reported.

Categories attached to 118 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.

Other components72 reports
Visibility22 reports
Brakes10 reports
Steering10 reports
Electrical system8 reports
Engine6 reports
Air bags4 reports
Transmission & drivetrain3 reports
Fuel system3 reports
Suspension2 reports
Body & structure1 reports
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER33
EXTERIOR LIGHTING12
VISIBILITY/WIPER12
STEERING10
SERVICE BRAKES9
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM7
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS7
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR7
TIRES7
ENGINE6
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING5
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL4
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL4
AIR BAGS4
POWER TRAIN3
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM3
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST2
SUSPENSION2
WHEELS2
VISIBILITY2
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING1
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN1
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA1
Carry Handle, Shell, Base1
STRUCTURE:BODY1
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:INTERIOR1
SEAT BELTS1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC1

These are reports made to NHTSA, not verified diagnoses. More reports can reflect more vehicles, more time on the road, or greater reporting activity.

The reporting timeline

When reports arrived.

Reports by year filed, not by the year a problem occurred. Showing the latest 4 years with reports.

Year filed (last two digits)Latest report: Sep 22, 2026
Mileage, where supplied

10,100 miles is the median among 13 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 6,200–21,353 miles.

This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.

02 / Official safety campaigns

2 recall campaigns on file.

A campaign can cover only certain production dates or configurations. The count does not tell you whether an individual car has an open recall.

Nov 9, 2023 Safety recallPOWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFTCampaign 23V754000

Reported concern

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles. The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.

Manufacturer’s stated response

Dealers will inspect and replace the left and right front driveshafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRP-23.

Manufacturer campaign: WRP-23

Read campaign 23V754000 at NHTSA
Aug 4, 2023 Safety recallELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANELCampaign 23V551000

Reported concern

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles. Due to insufficient clearance, the instrument panel harness may contact the steering beam bracket, damaging the wire insulation and causing a short circuit.

Manufacturer’s stated response

Dealers will inspect the harness and install an additional clamp on the steering beam bracket. If damage is found, dealers will add protective tape or replace the instrument panel harness, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-23.

Manufacturer campaign: WRL-23

Read campaign 23V551000 at NHTSA
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03 / The manufacturer’s record

Instructions. Updates. Responses.

213 distinct communications list this model-year. Showing the latest 12. A matching model-year does not establish that every engine, trim or reported symptom is covered.

Aug 31, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions10-107-26This bulletin announces design changes to the front seat bottom heat unit.NHTSA ID 11036820

This bulletin announces design changes to the front seat bottom heat unit.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · SEATS. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036820 at NHTSA
Aug 29, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions12-264-26This bulletin announces the availability of new front fender garnishes fitted with new clips to provide a more secure and streamlined fit.NHTSA ID 11036818

This bulletin announces the availability of new front fender garnishes fitted with new clips to provide a more secure and streamlined fit.

Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036818 at NHTSA
Aug 21, 2026 OtherSubaruNet Announcement (CThis Announcement provides diagnostic assistance for CVT issues.NHTSA ID 11036804

This Announcement provides diagnostic assistance for CVT issues.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036804 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions16-158-26This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR580 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed.NHTSA ID 11036814

This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR580 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed.

Components: POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036814 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions15-341-26This bulletin announces a design change to the cord assembly that connects the Center Infotainment Display (CID) to the CCU, addressing reports of CID screen flickering.NHTSA ID 11036813

This bulletin announces a design change to the cord assembly that connects the Center Infotainment Display (CID) to the CCU, addressing reports of CID screen flickering.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036813 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions16-154-25RThis 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.NHTSA ID 11036809

This 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.

Components: POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036809 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions15-308-23RThis Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw (dark/standby current) in vehicles experiencing battery drain when the ignition is off, leading to no-start conditions or frequent …NHTSA ID 11036807

This Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw (dark/standby current) in vehicles experiencing battery drain when the ignition is off, leading to no-start conditions or frequent jump-starts.This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036807 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions15-305-22RThis bulletin announces a reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4.5 Denso CP1.5 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed. This is an r…NHTSA ID 11036803

This bulletin announces a reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4.5 Denso CP1.5 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036803 at NHTSA
Aug 13, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions15-304-22RThis Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)NHTSA ID 11036796

This Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036796 at NHTSA
Aug 5, 2026 OtherArticle LocatorTechtips newsletter locator index.NHTSA ID 11036794

Techtips newsletter locator index.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036794 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions15-333-25RThis bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletinNHTSA ID 11036789

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletin

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11036789 at NHTSA
Jul 28, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions09-123-24RThis bulletin announces the design change made to the high-pressure fuel pump developed to prevent DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail/System Pressure – Too Low Bank 1). (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)NHTSA ID 11035660

This bulletin announces the design change made to the high-pressure fuel pump developed to prevent DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail/System Pressure – Too Low Bank 1). (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11035660 at NHTSA
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Records below contain the NHTSA bulk summary unless a document-reviewed explainer is linked. A service bulletin is not a safety recall or a promise of a free repair. Records may be revised or superseded; verify the current document with the manufacturer.

04 / Agency investigations

Official inquiries.

An investigation is an inquiry into a potential concern. Its presence does not establish a defect, and a closed case does not certify a car’s condition.

No investigation records matched this model-year in the snapshot.

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