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2019 Subaru Crosstrek

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek

Recall·19V404000

Visibility: glass

Subaru of America, Inc.

Recall·20V189000

Seat belts: rear/other

Subaru of America, Inc.

Recall·19V065000

Steering: electric power assist system

Subaru of America, Inc.

4 more in the guide, with whether each one was done on the car you're looking at.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 285 owners reported

Visibility/wiper108
Electrical system45
Power train24
Steering15

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2019 Subaru Crosstrek at a glance

Trims
BaseLimitedPremium
Engine
2.0L Flat-4
Transmission
Manual 6-spd, CVT
Drivetrain
AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
SUV
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek?

Owners have filed 285 complaints about the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek with NHTSA, most often about the visibility/wiper. There are 7 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 7 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2019 Subaru Crosstrek listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.