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Expensive Subaru Crosstrek repairs by problem area

Engine (46%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (23%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (23%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (8%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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Subaru Crosstrek repair cost distribution

$2500+ (30%)

$1000 - $2499 (70%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (0%)

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2018 Subaru Crosstrek 4dr Hatch

152-horsepower 2.0L H4 CVT AWD

58900 mi

C $1100
Starter motor failed 

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2016 Subaru Crosstrek 4dr Hatch

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

72000 mi

US $1000
Throttle body 

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2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek 4dr Hatch

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

107000 mi

US $1500
Rear hub bearings had to be replaced 

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2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek 4dr Hatch

148-horsepower 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD

97000 mi

US $100
Noticed a hum/whistle only in 5th gear, particularly between 45-50 mph. Dealer replaced 5th gear assembly under extended warranty. Gears were slightly worn creating the hum. 
171000 mi

US $3000
Number 4 cylinder misfiring. Replace all four spark plugs. Left front axle began making loud metallic ticking noise - had been ticking softly occasionally for a month. Replaced left front axle assembly. Camshaft carrier leaking oil. Replaced camshaft carrier seals. 
324000 mi

US $1750
EGR valve plugged. Valve, cooler and pipe replaced. 
95000 mi

US $2700
5 Spd Manual. Repaired 3rd and 4th gear. Needed synchros and other parts. Did the clutch while we were in there. 
75000 mi

US $1600
Rear Wheel Bearings 
172000 mi

US $185
Complete clutch job. The clutch disc looked great and could have easily gone another 200k. It was the throw out bearing that was beginning to give that telltale raspy whisper. The bearing looked like it had 170k on it. 
310000 mi

US $175
Replaced driveshaft when I noticed a subtle vibration while coasting in top gear. Noisy clutch release bearing. All other parts looked good but did a complete clutch job since tranny was out anyway. 
350673 mi

US $400
Right strut mount was a little noisy and never been changed. Replaced front struts, mounts and rear shocks due to mileage. 
505000 mi

US $185
Noticed a slight rumbling noise and vibration when decelerating between 65mph and 75mph. Replaced longitudinal driveshaft. 
547000 mi

US $120
A/C compressor began making a very noticeable knocking noise when engaged. Replaced compressor with a very low mileage used unit, vacuumed system, recharged. Works great and quiet. 
650000 mi

US $1500
At 650,000 miles I was getting repeated error codes with reduced power. Diagnosis detected burned #3 valve. Decision was made to replace engine with so many miles. 
1192000 mi

US $200
Replaced both oxygen sensors after CEL with P0171 code. 
1249000 mi

US $165
Replaced both front strut assemblies. 
107000 mi

US $448
Right rear bearing required replacement ... began to hummm loudly 
120000 mi

US $500
Right front axle was making a tapping noise only when accelerating , and turning to the right ... Upon inspection was revealed the axle joints were damaged. Since I travel 150 miles a day and this has been going on since the last scheduled oil change ( ~6 weeks ~6K ) took the hit to have the component replaced ( not very happy & am beginning to question Subaru's reliability, since this is the 2nd repair this year..( so far) , hoping this is it for the balance of the year.. 
1928000 mi

US $1200
Clutch replaced in addition to the clutch release bearing( because it made sense & the whole thing was apart anyway) 
199000 mi

US $280
Right front axle was making a tapping noise only when accelerating, and turning to the right ... Upon inspection was revealed the axle joints were damaged. 

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2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 4dr Hatch

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

96500 mi

US $400
the AC System had leaking O-rings and needed a recharge.  also replace battery terminal and battery holder due to corrosion 
110650 mi

US $7500
CVT Transmission Failed while on trip. leaving us stranded. took to local repair shop and where told it failed. took it to Subaru dealer and told it needed a full replacement. Subaru of America will give us 2500 towards repair totaling $7500. 
84755 mi

US $214
Right rear wheel bearing replaced Noise from transmission (bearing faulty). Installed reman transmission. Repair covered as one time goodwill per Subaru DPSM. Paid $200 towards repair.  
122898 mi

US $1543
Left rear wheel bearing replaced 

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