NHTSA Complaint #11589215 — 2014 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11589215
Vehicle	2014 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	March 16, 2024
Date Filed	May 17, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CO

Consumer Description

The electrical system and engine flickers on and off or sometimes dies entirely. The trigger is unknown and the underlying cause is unknown. It is unsafe because this has occurred while the vehicle is moving. The problem was confirmed and reproduced by a Subaru service center. They were unable to diagnose the issue. There is no warning when it will happen.

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