Model year guide

2024 Subaru Crosstrek

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 67 on record.

2024 Subaru Crosstrek — representative photo
Representative photo

2024 Subaru Crosstrek at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints119
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined27–29 mpg

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

2024 Subaru Crosstrek recalls 2

Power Train:driveline:driveshaft NHTSA Campaign #23V754000 · manufacturer #WRP-23 · 09/11/2023

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles. The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the left and right front driveshafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRP-23.

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel NHTSA Campaign #23V551000 · manufacturer #WRL-23 · 04/08/2023

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles. Due to insufficient clearance, the instrument panel harness may contact the steering beam bracket, damaging the wire insulation and causing a short circuit.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the harness and install an additional clamp on the steering beam bracket. If damage is found, dealers will add protective tape or replace the instrument panel harness, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed O…

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.

2024 Subaru Crosstrek common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 119 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2024 Subaru Crosstrek safety ratings

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

Rollover risk: 16.4% — 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 2024 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2024 Subaru Crosstrek MPG & running costs

Combined27–29 mpg
City26 mpg
Highway32 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,367
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S8)
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$167 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.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,835
Fuel only$11,835
Per mile$0.16

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
176.4 in
Width
70.9–71.7 in
Height
63.0–63.8 in
Wheelbase
105.1 in
Curb weight
3,285–3,417 lb
Front track
61.0 in
Rear track
61.0 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek — ranges cover the 3 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 222

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 222.

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 announces a repair procedure developed to address cases of the driver side mirror glass vibrating at highway speeds.This is an revised version of the original bulletin.

Bulletin 12-268-25R · Visibility/wiper · 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

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 announces a design change to the cord assembly that connects the Center Infotainment Display (CID) to the CCU, addressing reports of CID screen flickering."

Bulletin 15-343-26 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin announces design changes to the front seat bottom heat unit.

Bulletin 10-107-26 · Electrical System, Seats · Aug 2026

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

Canadian recalls 3

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2024 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

Powertrain

Issue: On certain vehicles, the front axle shafts may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the axle shaft(s) could break and cause a loss of power to the wheels. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked and the parking brake isn't applied, the vehicle could roll away. Safety Risk: A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. A parked vehicle that…

Transport Canada #2023606 · Nov 2023

Electrical

Issue: On certain vehicles, the instrument panel wiring harness could become damaged by contact with the steering beam bracket. If this happens, the wiring harness could short circuit and cause a sudden loss of engine power. Safety Risk: A loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Subaru will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your v…

Transport Canada #2023435 · Aug 2023

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.

2024 Subaru Crosstrek vehicles on record

Other Subaru Crosstrek model years

2024 Subaru Crosstrek — frequently asked questions

Does the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2024 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 2024 Subaru Crosstrek?

Across all 119 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are exterior lighting, visibility/wiper, forward collision avoidance.

What is the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek get?

The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek has U.S. EPA estimates of 27–29 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

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