Does the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek have a steering recall?

Yes. Recall 19V065000 covers a connector inside the Electronic Power Steering unit that may short circuit and cause loss of power steering assist on certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles.

How common are steering complaints for the 2019 Crosstrek?

NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2019 model year, which is 5% of the 284 total complaints filed for that year.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2019 Crosstrek is 3,700 miles.

Have steering problems caused crashes or injuries in the 2019 Crosstrek?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to the steering complaints filed for this model year.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 5% of its 284 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 3,700. A related EPS recall (19V065000) covers a connector that could short and cause loss of power steering assist, though no crashes, fires, or injuries were reported.

Steering complaints: 15; 5% of 284
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 3,700 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners report the vehicle pulling or veering to one side during highway driving or mild turns, sometimes requiring the driver to forcibly straighten the wheel.
Several owners describe the lane-keep assist system making abrupt, aggressive steering corrections that push the car toward or across lane lines without warning.
Some drivers report loose or unresponsive steering for about a second when lane-departure assist is active, causing loss of control at highway speed.
A few complaints describe complete loss of power steering assist, with the steering wheel seizing and a warning light illuminated while driving at speed.
One owner reported combined loss of power to both brakes and steering after the engine shut off while driving.

When 2019 Subaru Crosstrek steering complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 4, 2019, latest Mar 21, 2025.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2019 to Mar 2025; peak Apr 2019 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek

NHTSA 19V065000Feb 6, 2019Steering10,417 vehicles
Steering:electric power assist system
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
Risk: Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUC-88.

Steering complaints by Crosstrek model year

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

20120 (0%)
20130 (0%)
20140 (0%)
20152 (12%)
201613 (10%)
20175 (5%)
20186 (3%)
201915 (5%)
20200 (0%)
20213 (3%)
20221 (3%)
20230 (0%)
202410 (8%)
20253 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek have a steering recall?: Yes. Recall 19V065000 covers a connector inside the Electronic Power Steering unit that may short circuit and cause loss of power steering assist on certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles.
How common are steering complaints for the 2019 Crosstrek?: NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2019 model year, which is 5% of the 284 total complaints filed for that year.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2019 Crosstrek is 3,700 miles.
Have steering problems caused crashes or injuries in the 2019 Crosstrek?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to the steering complaints filed for this model year.