2016 Subaru Crosstrek: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek: 1 recall, 132 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #19V149000 · 2019 · 1,303,530 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (37): the most common themes are electrical failure (14), stalls / loses power (6).
- Other / unknown (34): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (5), warning light on (3).
- Transmission & drivetrain (18): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (6), stalls / loses power (5).
- Engine (14): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (6), electrical failure (5), warning light on (4).
The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek has 132 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 15 Crosstrek model years for complaints (1.7× the average Crosstrek year). Complaints peaked in 2019 (32 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 38,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (17 complaints, 1 recalls), 2017 (94 complaints, 1 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Subaru Crosstrek problems?
Owners have filed 132 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (37), other / unknown (34), transmission & drivetrain (18).
Where can I get a 2016 Subaru Crosstrek repair manual?
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