Model year guide

2019 Subaru Crosstrek

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 139 on record.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2019 Subaru Crosstrek at a glance

Safety recalls7
Owner complaints284
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined25–35 mpg
Typical price$25,126

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek recalls 7

Suspension:rear NHTSA Campaign #21V263000 · manufacturer #WRD-21 · 15/04/2021

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.

Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will retorque and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-21.

Electrical System:software NHTSA Campaign #21V264000 · manufacturer #WRE-21 · 15/04/2021

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit.

Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software, replace the ignition coils and, if necessary, the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 1, 2021. Owners can contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for…

Seat Belts:rear/other NHTSA Campaign #20V189000 · manufacturer #WRC-20 · 31/03/2020

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek vehicles with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism. The seat belt webbing sensor locking mechanism may not lock as intended.

Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. The began April 15, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-20.

Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:crankcase (pcv) NHTSA Campaign #19V856000 · manufacturer #WUW-08 · 02/12/2019

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving.

Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the short block engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at…

Electrical System:software NHTSA Campaign #19V743000 · manufacturer #WUQ-02 · 18/10/2019

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The Engine Control Module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, which could result in a short circuit and blown fuse.

Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software and inspect and replace the ignition coil, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, on vehicles with confirmed ignition coil damage and a certain stored diagnostic trouble code (DTC), Subaru will replace the front exhaust pipe, f…

Visibility:glass, Side/rear NHTSA Campaign #19V404000 · manufacturer #WUG-92 · 30/05/2019

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek vehicles. The driver's side rear-door window glass may be improperly tempered. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."

Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's side rear-door window glass, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUG-92.

Steering:electric Power Assist System NHTSA Campaign #19V065000 · manufacturer #WUC-88 · 06/02/2019

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.

Fix: None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WU…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 284 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 15.6% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek MPG & running costs

Combined25–35 mpg
City29 mpg
Highway32 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,300
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Transmission3 options
Electric range480 mi
Charge time (240V)2 hours
Engine start-stopOn some versions
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$1,250 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek worth?

Low
$19,795
Typical price
$25,126
High
$29,998

From 28 comparable 2019 Subaru Crosstrek listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$12,450
Total$23,950
Per mile$0.32

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($25,126) with the same model 3 model-years older ($17,650), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
176.0 in
Width
70.9 in
Height
63.8 in
Wheelbase
105.1 in
Curb weight
3,190–3,307 lb
Front track
61.0 in
Rear track
61.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek — ranges cover the 4 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 538

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 538.

This announcement provides information on a new software update for the Midtronics Dss and DCA machines.

Bulletin SubaruNet Announcement (M · Electrical System · Oct 2026

This announcement provides information on an enhancement of the TechShare CVT diagnostic assitance application.

Bulletin SubaruNet Announcement (T · Power Train, Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides paint code information for 2027 model year vehicles.

Bulletin 13-109-26 · Sep 2026

"This Bulletin announces additional troubleshooting steps for the following DTCs: DTC C1956: RH Actuator Circuit DTC C1957: LH Actuator Circuit"

Bulletin 18-244-26 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This announcement provides an update to all 2027 model year Subaru warranty coverages for wear items and adjustments.

Bulletin SubaruNet Announcement (C · Sep 2026

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Bulletin 15-333-25R · Electrical System · Sep 2026

In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage for the CP1 & Gen 3.1 Head Unit used in the listed models and model years to (8) eight years / 150,000 miles to cover certain qualifying…

Bulletin 15-322-25R · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Bulletin 15-304-22R · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of surface rust accumulating in the top center retaining nut area of the front strut mounts. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Bulletin 05-62-18R · Structure · Aug 2026

This Announcement provides diagnostic assistance for CVT issues.

Bulletin SubaruNet Announcement (C · Power Train, Electrical System · Aug 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CROSSTREK AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 7

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Label

Issue: On certain vehicles, the compliance label may be missing information in French. The words listed on the label for "Tires", "Rims", "Front" and "Rear" appear in English only, when they should be listed as "Tires/Pneus", "Rims/Jantes", "Front/Avant" and "Rear/Arriere". Canadian regulations require this information to be listed on the label in both English and French. Safet…

Transport Canada #2024546 · Aug 2024

Electrical

Issue: On certain Crosstrek Hybrid models, the harness terminal that supplies low-voltage power from the converter to the 12 V battery could corrode. Over time, the terminal could break and cause the 12 V battery not to charge. If this happens, the vehicle could suddenly lose drive power. Safety Risk: A loss of power may increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Subaru…

Transport Canada #2023062 · Feb 2023

Suspension

Issue: On certain vehicles, the bolts for the rear stabilizer bracket could loosen over time. This may cause a rattling notice from the rear of the vehicle. If you continue to drive with this problem, the bolts could detach. If this happens, vehicle stability could be reduced. Safety Risk: Reduced vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.…

Transport Canada #2021226 · Apr 2021

Electrical

Issue: On certain vehicles, the engine control module (ECM) may have been programmed incorrectly. As a result, the internal temperature of the ignition coils may increase. This could cause a short circuit and a blown fuse. This may result in a sudden loss of engine power with an inability to immediately restart. Note: This recall replaces WUQ-02 (Transport Canada recall 2019-52…

Transport Canada #2021228 · Apr 2021

Seats And Restraints

Issue: On certain vehicles, the rear seat belts may be assembled incorrectly. As a result, the seat belts may not properly lock up in certain types of crashes. Safety Risk: A seat belt that does not work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash. Corrective Actions: Subaru will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the re…

Transport Canada #2020137 · Apr 2020

Engine

This recall was replaced by Transport Canada Recall No. 2021-228. Issue: On certain vehicles, the engine control unit (ECU) may have been programmed incorrectly. As a result, the internal temperature of the ignition coils may increase. This could cause a short circuit and a blown fuse. This may result in a sudden loss of engine power with an inability to restart. Safety Risk: A…

Transport Canada #2019526 · Oct 2019

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact crossover SUV produced by Subaru since 2012. It is a successor to the Outback Sport in North America, and the Impreza XV globally. Like the Outback Sport, the Crosstrek is a lifted Impreza hatchback with minor differences, though with a more substantial lift than the Outback Sport.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek trims & engines on record

Trims
Premium · Limited+ES+BSD+NAVI · Premium+EyeSight+Blind Spot Detection · Limited+ES+BSD · Premium +BSD · Base+ES · Base
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 152 hp

2019 Subaru Crosstrek vehicles on record

Other Subaru Crosstrek model years

2019 Subaru Crosstrek — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek?

Across all 284 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are visibility/wiper, electrical system, engine.

What is the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek get?

The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek has U.S. EPA estimates of 25–35 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

How much is a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek worth?

Comparable 2019 Subaru Crosstrek listings run roughly $19,795–$29,998, typically around $25,126 (from 28 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.