7.5

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
6,733 miles

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problem #3

Jan 032020

XV Crosstrek

  • 200 miles
Check engine light, oil temp, ABS light, cruise control light, traction control light and ABS light turned on at 90,000 miles. Had vehicle serviced by 2 different mechanics and transmission codes still appear.

- San Jose, CA, USA

problem #2

May 012018

XV Crosstrek

  • miles
When I start my car or randomly while I am driving the warning lights for my automatic braking system, traction control, and hill assist turn on. When this happens, my gear shifter locks up and when I press the brakes the rear lights don't illuminate while these warning lights are active. I have an automatic transmission. The warning lights activate randomly, whether I'm stationary or in motions, regardless of setting.

- Apopka, FL, USA

problem #1

Mar 012018

XV Crosstrek

  • 20,000 miles
While driving on the highway the check engine and traction control lights came on. I have a diagnostic code reader which sent the details to my phone dtc P1449 evap system clog detected (air filter). I called my mechanic who said it would be safe to drive home...while driving home in the rain I lost control of the vehicle and went off the road. Luckily no one was hurt. When I got home, my mechanic said it was a faulty purge valve which would normally be a simple fix but the issue was well known with the vehicle and was now a superseded part. The cost would quadruple because the check assembly was completely redesigned and several parts needed to be replaced. If this was such a known issue, which required a redesign of the system, why isnt it on recall!!! especially, if the computer takes away the vehicle's safety features like traction control. Come on Subaru. I expect better quality and service! NHTSA please escalate these matters.

- Alameda, CA, USA