2022 SUBARU CROSSTREK — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
5/5
Safety Rating
41
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
11
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2022 SUBARU CROSSTREK
The 2022 SUBARU CROSSTREK has received a total of 41 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. 11 technical service bulletins have been issued by Subaru of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Unknown Or Other (10 complaints), Visibilitywiper (6 complaints), and Electrical System (4 complaints).
Recalls for the 2022 SUBARU CROSSTREK
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 SUBARU CROSSTREK. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2022 SUBARU CROSSTREK
41 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2022 SUBARU CROSSTREK. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 10 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane Departure Assist | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
To Whom It May Concern, I am filing a formal dispute and safety complaint regarding my 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Limited. On November 12, 2025, while driving at approximately 70 mph on the highway, the vehicle suddenly stopped operating automatically without warning. This was a terrifying and dangerous event for me and my family. We could have been seriously injured or worse. The service department later claimed that the issue might be related to the battery, but I am not convinced that this explanation is accurate or acceptable. A vehicle with only around 41,000 miles should not suddenly lose power or stop at highway speed. This is a serious safety defect and raises strong concerns about the vehicle’s reliability, engineering, and overall safety. I request that Subaru of America open a formal investigation into this incident and document it as part of my ongoing complaints. I also ask that this matter be reviewed under the Florida Lemon Law and BBB Auto Line programs, since this issue demonstrates a clear and dangerous failure of the vehicle’s systems that should not occur under normal operation. Please confirm receipt of this dispute and provide a case reference number and next steps for resolution. Sincerely, [XXX] [XXX] 📞 786-718-0305 [XXX] et 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Limited VI [XXX] 29 INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
To Whom It May Concern, I am filing a formal dispute and safety complaint regarding my 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Limited. On November 12, 2025, while driving at approximately 70 mph on the highway, the vehicle suddenly stopped operating automatically without warning. This was a terrifying and dangerous event for me and my family. We could have been seriously injured or worse. The service department later claimed that the issue might be related to the battery, but I am not convinced that this explanation is accurate or acceptable. A vehicle with only around 41,000 miles should not suddenly lose power or stop at highway speed. This is a serious safety defect and raises strong concerns about the vehicle’s reliability, engineering, and overall safety. I request that Subaru of America open a formal investigation into this incident and document it as part of my ongoing complaints. I also ask that this matter be reviewed under the Florida Lemon Law and BBB Auto Line programs, since this issue demonstrates a clear and dangerous failure of the vehicle’s systems that should not occur under normal operation. Please confirm receipt of this dispute and provide a case reference number and next steps for resolution. Sincerely, [XXX] [XXX] 📞 786-718-0305 [XXX] et 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Limited VI [XXX] 29 INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
To Whom It May Concern, I am filing a formal dispute and safety complaint regarding my 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Limited. On November 12, 2025, while driving at approximately 70 mph on the highway, the vehicle suddenly stopped operating automatically without warning. This was a terrifying and dangerous event for me and my family. We could have been seriously injured or worse. The service department later claimed that the issue might be related to the battery, but I am not convinced that this explanation is accurate or acceptable. A vehicle with only around 41,000 miles should not suddenly lose power or stop at highway speed. This is a serious safety defect and raises strong concerns about the vehicle’s reliability, engineering, and overall safety. I request that Subaru of America open a formal investigation into this incident and document it as part of my ongoing complaints. I also ask that this matter be reviewed under the Florida Lemon Law and BBB Auto Line programs, since this issue demonstrates a clear and dangerous failure of the vehicle’s systems that should not occur under normal operation. Please confirm receipt of this dispute and provide a case reference number and next steps for resolution. Sincerely, [XXX] [XXX] 📞 786-718-0305 [XXX] et 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Limited VI [XXX] 29 INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
I was driving on the highway in stop-and-go traffic when suddenly I found myself depressing the brake pedal to the floor and the car would not stop. Additionally, the eyesight function that prevents forward collisions did not alert for obstruction or stop the vehicle. I was able to put the vehicle in park and then tried to reengage the vehicle, but the brakes failed to respond. I was in the middle lane of a major highway. My vehicle could have harmed someone else, in addition to myself, and I was also at risk by being stopped in the middle of traffic. I could have died, had I been traveling at actual highways speed. No lights or warnings were on in the vehicle before, during, or after the incident. As of now, the dealership has been unable to replicate the issue, thought they still have the vehicle. They have not been able to identify the cause of the issue, but have also been unwilling to put the tests they have done in writing for me at this point. At this point, I have little confidence in my vehicle, despite it being a 2022 with low miles. I am terrified that this intermittent issue could happen again. The week prior, I had an experience where the acceleration and braking were not functioning as expected, but I had just pulled out of a parked position and this resolved after putting the vehicle in park and reengaging the vehicle.
I was driving on the highway in stop-and-go traffic when suddenly I found myself depressing the brake pedal to the floor and the car would not stop. Additionally, the eyesight function that prevents forward collisions did not alert for obstruction or stop the vehicle. I was able to put the vehicle in park and then tried to reengage the vehicle, but the brakes failed to respond. I was in the middle lane of a major highway. My vehicle could have harmed someone else, in addition to myself, and I was also at risk by being stopped in the middle of traffic. I could have died, had I been traveling at actual highways speed. No lights or warnings were on in the vehicle before, during, or after the incident. As of now, the dealership has been unable to replicate the issue, thought they still have the vehicle. They have not been able to identify the cause of the issue, but have also been unwilling to put the tests they have done in writing for me at this point. At this point, I have little confidence in my vehicle, despite it being a 2022 with low miles. I am terrified that this intermittent issue could happen again. The week prior, I had an experience where the acceleration and braking were not functioning as expected, but I had just pulled out of a parked position and this resolved after putting the vehicle in park and reengaging the vehicle.
Safety Rating for the 2022 SUBARU CROSSTREK
The 2022 SUBARU CROSSTREK received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2022 SUBARU CROSSTREK
Subaru of America, Inc. has issued 11 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2022 SUBARU CROSSTREK. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
09-132-25 — ENGINE
This Bulletin announces the Service Manual Correction for the diagnostic procedures to be followed when performing diagnostic repairs for diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P26A6 (Engine Coolant Bypass Valve “A” Position Sensor Circuit Low) and P26A7 (Engine Coolant Bypass Valve “A” Position Sensor Circuit High). Refer to the service procedures in...
11-205-25 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces the repair procedures to be followed when DTC P1449 (EVAP System Clog Detected) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).
01-167-08R — ENGINE
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
18-225-24 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing DTC B145C (Heat Pump ECU Communication).
09-127-24 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM). These files address concerns of the starter motor not operating in low ambient temperatures (less than 0 Degrees Celsius/ 32 Degrees Fahrenheit).
07-221-23R — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces the repair procedures when corrosion is encountered within the instrument panel wiring harness and the rear wiring harness connectors.
18-232-23 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information Bulletin announces the revised break-in procedure for the A/C compressor.
WRC-23 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating this service program to reprogram the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) Control Module on certain 2019-2023 model year Crosstrek PHEV vehicles.
WRC-23 — ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating this service program to reprogram the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) Control Module on certain 2019-2023 model year Crosstrek PHEV vehicles.
09-90-22 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces availability of new reprograming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM).
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2022 SUBARU CROSSTREK
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the SUBARU CROSSTREK
- 2017 SUBARU CROSSTREK — 132 complaints
- 2018 SUBARU CROSSTREK — 247 complaints
- 2019 SUBARU CROSSTREK — 349 complaints
- 2020 SUBARU CROSSTREK — 73 complaints
- 2021 SUBARU CROSSTREK — 135 complaints
- 2022 SUBARU CROSSTREK (current)
- 2023 SUBARU CROSSTREK — 44 complaints
- 2024 SUBARU CROSSTREK — 121 complaints
- 2025 SUBARU CROSSTREK — 37 complaints
- 2026 SUBARU CROSSTREK — 1 complaint
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