2015 Subaru Crosstrek recalls
Reported Feb 28, 2019 · 1,303,530 vehicles affected · Subaru of America, Inc.
Problem: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.
Risk: Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.
2015 Subaru Crosstrek problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 6 | |
| Engine | 5 | |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | |
| Service Brakes | 3 | |
| Steering | 2 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Seats | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 50,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2015 Subaru Crosstrek complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Unknown or Other · at 55,000 miles · reported Jul 27, 2019
After putting my car in park, my key will not come out of the ignition. I have to reverse and drive up again and then park again, in order for my key to then finally come out. I'm nervous that won't work for long. I've seen many complaints about this exact same issue and yet subaru hasn't issued a recall. Hoping we won't be responsible for the cost to repair what is obviously a manufacturer issue! Subaru please investigate!!
Engine · reported Feb 7, 2019
My car has been leaking for a long while now. I didn't expect it to happen but when recently I saw small drops of oil, I took it to my local dealership. They said my cam box seal was leaking and then I went into more research. I found out that this is actually a common issue from my fellow crosstrek owners. This isnt acceptable at all because this doesnt make these reliable anymore. It's now a headache and trouble on the road. This issue should be thought over in respect to us the consumers. The crosstrek are a very popular car that people love including me but this problem gives everyone of…
Air Bags · at 59,000 miles · reported Jan 16, 2019
I spilled 3-4 ounces of coffee on my front passenger seat. A short time later, the SRS airbag warning light appeared on the dash and my passenger seat would no longer recognize that a passenger was seated in the passenger seat (Passenger airbag off light would not switch to on when a passenger was seated). I called my local subaru dealership and I was told that the passenger sensor in the passenger seat was very sensitive and that moisture could interfere with it and disable the passenger airbag until the sensor dries. Apparently this happens frequently. This seems extremely dangerous in any…
Service Brakes · at 45,000 miles · reported Dec 14, 2018
I was driving on a 2 lane highway going 55mph. My knee bumped the steering column and at that moment the dash went blank, I lost power steering and brakes. I was able to pull over onto the shoulder before the steering locked up. I had no idea what had just happened. After awhile I discovered the car would restart and drove the remaining 20 miles home with no problem. It wasn't until I called the dealer the next day and looked online that I realized what had happened. I'm short , 5'1' and had the steering column at the lowest position and the seat forward. I've moved the column to the next…
Vehicle Speed Control · at 52,000 miles · reported Nov 15, 2018
From a stop or at low speeds, when you press the gas pedal there is a delay of approximately 1.5 seconds before the engine responds. This is particularly dangerous when pulling out into traffic from a driveway, or if you need to quickly maneuver to avoid a collision. Subaru technicians have inspected the vehicle, and they say nothing is wrong mechanically. I believe this is a flaw in the ECM programming. A quick google search reveals hundreds of other people have the same problem with various models of subaru. There are several aftermarket devices which claim to fix this by connecting to the…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2015 Subaru Crosstrek have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 Subaru Crosstrek: 19V-149 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Subaru Crosstrek?
Owners report power train problems most often (6 reports), followed by engine (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 50,000 miles.
Are Subaru recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Subaru dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.