2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek problems, complaints & recalls

2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek recalls (0)

No recalls on file.

Recent 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

1. Filed Aug 12, 2026ORSeats & Seat Belts

   Metal Frame of side torso area of seat wore through foam. very sharp and painful could possibly cut skin and impact in crash could be medically dangerous.

   NHTSA complaint #11756388 · source
2. Filed Jun 28, 2026OHBrakesElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

   Brake light switch failure. Triggering traction control warning light, hill assist warning light, and abs warning light, and disables cruise control. There was previously a recall (NUMBER: WUE-90 NHTSA ID: 19V-149) for the brake light switch for Subaru models with my production date included, but because Hybrid Crosstrek models were not included, it will not be replaced under recall. I am still experiencing the same issues and cause, but it is not covered.

   NHTSA complaint #11747006 · source
3. Filed May 28, 202677,441 miILElectrical System

   Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Subaru Crosstrek on May 22, 2026. The sale was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was recorded at 77,441. The contact later purchased a CARFAX report which was reported at 214,767 in February 2026. The contact reported the information to the local authorities.

   NHTSA complaint #11740610 · source
4. Filed Sep 27, 2025CAAirbagsBrakes

   Some times the passenger airbag light comes on and off. This is a reoccurring problem and I don’t see any recalls on this

   NHTSA complaint #11690095 · source
5. Filed Jul 8, 2025AREngine

   I am reporting a complete engine failure on my 2014 Subaru Crosstrek at 140,000 miles due to a valve spring issue that appears to match Subaru’s Recall WTY-84 (NHTSA Campaign 18V772000). I checked my VIN and it currently shows no open recalls, but I’ve reviewed Subaru’s own documentation that lists 2013–2016 Crosstreks as affected by this defect. My vehicle clearly falls within that production range and has now suffered the exact failure described in that recall — a…

   NHTSA complaint #11672037 · source
6. Filed May 4, 2025CAElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

   When attempting to put the car in park, the key will not release and is stuck. Incident happens often in recent past days. Key will not release from ignition.

   NHTSA complaint #11658836 · source
7. Filed Feb 6, 2025AKEngineOther / Unknown

   I have been getting my 2014 Subaru Crosstrek serviced at Continental Subaru in Anchorage, Alaska for the last 4.5 years. I initially thought that they were an honest dealer/mechanic. I originally bought my Subaru in California and drove it up to Anchorage and it has been here ever since. My car burns oil very quickly. I mentioned this several times and the dealer always said it wasn't that big of an issue. Between oil changes I frequently had to add a couple of quarts of oil…

   NHTSA complaint #11641173 · source
8. Filed Dec 11, 2024GAOther / Unknown

   Key was stuck in the ignition and left me stranded unable to leave my car. I took the car to the Subaru dealership for them to assess and repair the issue. During this time the service desk confirmed it was a known issue with the CVT park range switch. They advised me that Subaru of America had done a warranty extension but that I was now outside of the time window for it to be covered. Upon further research this was an issue that was all over the Subaru forum boards with…

   NHTSA complaint #11630054 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 11, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology