2013 Subaru Crosstrek Subaru Crosstrek 2013

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2013 Subaru Crosstrek repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (22%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 27 repairs.
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2013 Subaru Crosstrek 4dr Hatch

148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD

95000 mi Extremely High Oil Consumption (1 Quart over 1200 miles). Had to have the short block replaced, and the heads resurfaced. This is a known issue with these vehicles, and the repairs were covered in full by a class action lawsuit. 
19220 mi increase in fuel consumption after "D" service 

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2013 Subaru Crosstrek 4dr Hatch

148-horsepower 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD

71500 mi Oil Consumption Test 
74000 mi Replace short block due to engine oil consumption failure under warranty. 
37000 mi The Check engine light came on. The cause was oil leaking into the A/F(air-fuel) sensor. The front cover of the engine was taken off and resealed to stop the oil leak. The A/F sensor was replaced. 

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2013 Subaru Crosstrek Engine Problems

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