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Subaru Crosstrek repairs by problem area
Engine (21%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)
Brakes and Traction Control (10%)
Suspension and Steering (16%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (2%)
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- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 221 repairs.
Subaru Crosstrek transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (12%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (12%)
$100 - $499 (38%)
< $100 (38%)
Chart based on 26 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2019 Subaru Crosstrek 4dr Hatch
152-horsepower 2.0L H4 7-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 320 mi | Owned for about 2 weeks, pulled into a parking lot and transmission didn't shift to reverse or drive. In each gear position, it free wheeled only. Let it sit for 45 min and then worked fine. The next day brought to dealer. Nothing done at the shop. |
2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek 4dr Hatch
148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 52000 mi US $425 |
Transmission temp light would come on after driving up hill. Had transmission cvt fluid flushed and refilled.9 quarts. Light went out has not come back on since. Paid $400.00 for flush and fill with fresh oem trans fluid. |
| 555000 mi US $100 |
Transmission made a loud whining noise. Transmission had to be replaced with a rebuilt one. Costs was $7500. Repair was paid by subaru of america. |
| Drove the car off the lot late at night immediately noticed a vibration. Three trips to the dealer and they still don't know what it is but it did fail a line pressure check on the cvt transmission. might pursue lemon law and return | |
| nothing done--car returned to dealer |
| 51800 mi | Heard a faint noise took it in, they said the problem was in the rear differential but replaced the whole transmission under full warranty including 2 weeks in a loaded Outback |
2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek 4dr Hatch
148-horsepower 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 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.. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 285000 mi US $85 |
Started to get the telltale click, click, click of a worn cv joint on the front right cv axle. Pulled and replaced complete axle. |
| 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. |
| 505000 mi US $185 |
Noticed a slight rumbling noise and vibration when decelerating between 65mph and 75mph. Replaced longitudinal driveshaft. |
| 1057000 mi | I replaced the Crosstrek engine at around 675,000 miles because of a burnt valve and increasing oil usage. Earlier this year, after 3 transmissions, I decided to swap the 5 speed manual with a 6 speed manual from a 2018 Crosstrek. The only issue I had with the original 5 speed is that I spend 85% of my time in 5th and it just kept wearing out 5th gear [ed: after about 300,000 miles] because of a design issue. The 6 speed is a much better fit for that car. |
| 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 |
Left front axle began making loud metallic ticking noise - had been ticking softly occasionally for a month. Replaced left front axle assembly. |
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek 4dr Hatch
148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 14800 mi US $80 |
Transmission takes an excessive amount of time to change from reverse into drive. |
| 66500 mi US $760 |
Front right axle worn requiring replacement. Although I paid for this out of pocket, subsequent communication with Subaru resulted in full reimbursement. |
| 118000 mi US $600 |
front (2) CV axles needed replacement as they made noises when turning. They were worn. |
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek 4dr Hatch
148-horsepower 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 111000 mi US $1355 |
Throwout bearing was squealing. Shop recommended replacing clutch along with the bearing. |
2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 4dr Hatch
148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| 84755 mi US $214 |
Noise from transmission (bearing faulty). Installed reman transmission. Repair covered as one time goodwill per Subaru DPSM. Paid $200 towards repair. |
| 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. |
| 51500 mi | Transmission fluid low, suspect neophytes pulling tranny fluid plug instead of oil drain plug. Completely denied by service shop. |
| 80000 mi | Started occasionally stalling, after decelerating. |
| 82000 mi US $2000 |
Transmission died on interstate. Extended warranty covered it. |
| 91000 mi US $180 |
Rear Axle replacement |
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