How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek?

NHTSA lists 20 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Crosstrek, which is 21% of the 94 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2017 Crosstrek's electrical system?

Yes. Recall 19V149000, reported February 28, 2019, covers a brake light switch issue tied to the Electrical System on 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles among other Subaru models; the remedy is a free brake light switch replacement.

What is the most common electrical complaint on the 2017 Crosstrek?

The most frequent pattern reported is the ignition key getting stuck in the ignition when the vehicle is in park, described across multiple mileage points from 6,000 to over 50,000 miles.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2017 Crosstrek?

The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2017 Crosstrek is 37,241 miles, according to NHTSA data.

Did the 2017 Crosstrek's electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires tied to Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Crosstrek, with 0 injuries reported.

2017 Subaru Crosstrek Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 20 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek, 21% of its 94 total complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 37,241 miles. A related recall (19V149000) covers the brake light switch, but most owner complaints describe a separate key-stuck-in-ignition issue.

Electrical System complaints: 20; 21% of 94
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 37,241 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Key gets stuck in the ignition when the shifter is in park, requiring drivers to shift back into reverse or neutral and firmly press the brake several times before the key releases.
The stuck-key pattern is reported repeatedly from about 6,000 miles up through 52,700 miles, with several owners saying it worsens over time.
Some owners noted a brake light switch recall (19V149000) but found their stuck-key complaint was treated as unrelated by dealers.
A subset of owners reported the battery dying and the car failing to start after sitting a few days, sometimes needing a jump start.
One owner reported the check engine light staying on with a blinking cruise control light after catalytic converter and O2 sensor repairs, disabling cruise control.
One complaint describes the Eyesight collision-avoidance system failing to stop the vehicle during braking in rain, resulting in a rear-end crash.

When 2017 Subaru Crosstrek electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 14, 2018, latest Jun 4, 2022.

20 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2018 to Jun 2022; peak May 2019 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek

NHTSA 19V149000Feb 28, 2019Electrical System1,303,530 vehicles
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
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.
Remedy: 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.

Electrical System complaints by Crosstrek model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20121 (50%)
20137 (27%)
20144 (25%)
20151 (6%)
201638 (29%)
201720 (21%)
201836 (19%)
201954 (19%)
202011 (16%)
202117 (15%)
20225 (16%)
20236 (18%)
202421 (18%)
20257 (16%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek?: NHTSA lists 20 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Crosstrek, which is 21% of the 94 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2017 Crosstrek's electrical system?: Yes. Recall 19V149000, reported February 28, 2019, covers a brake light switch issue tied to the Electrical System on 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles among other Subaru models; the remedy is a free brake light switch replacement.
What is the most common electrical complaint on the 2017 Crosstrek?: The most frequent pattern reported is the ignition key getting stuck in the ignition when the vehicle is in park, described across multiple mileage points from 6,000 to over 50,000 miles.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2017 Crosstrek?: The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2017 Crosstrek is 37,241 miles, according to NHTSA data.
Did the 2017 Crosstrek's electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires tied to Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Crosstrek, with 0 injuries reported.