2022 Subaru Crosstrek Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
31/100
#10 most-complained of 14 Crosstrek years
The 2022 Subaru Crosstrek has a complaint index of 31 and ranks 10th worst out of 14 model years, earning a "Good" verdict relative to other Crosstrek years. NHTSA lists 31 complaints, 3 crashes, 2 injuries, and 0 recalls for this year.
- Complaints
- 31
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes / fires
- 3 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 29
- 27 city / 33 hwy
Top 2022 Subaru Crosstrek problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Other13 (42%)
- Visibility & Wipers6 (19%)
- Electrical System5 (16%)
- Engine5 (16%)
- Brakes4 (13%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras4 (13%)
- Structure & Body3 (10%)
- Lane Departure1 (3%)
- Steering1 (3%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (3%)
What owners report
- Windshields crack suddenly with no apparent rock strike, with cracks spreading rapidly within a day of appearing.
- Sudden unintended acceleration reported while stopped with the brake pedal depressed in cold weather, leading to a crash into a building.
- Reverse automatic braking activates unexpectedly during low-speed maneuvers, causing the anti-lock brakes to actuate, the vehicle to stall, and the steering wheel to lock.
- EyeSight collision-avoidance system reportedly misreads a turning vehicle ahead and falsely reacts while driving through an intersection at highway speed.
- Lane keeping assist reportedly engages and takes control of the steering wheel even while the vehicle stays within the lane markings.
- A low-voltage terminal corrosion recall repair was delayed at dealerships due to lack of available parts and tools.
2022 Subaru Crosstrek recalls
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
2022 Subaru Crosstrek fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 27 MPG
- Highway
- 33 MPG
- Combined
- 29 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,250
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other Crosstrek years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek reliable?
- Relative to other Crosstrek model years, the 2022 ranks 10th worst out of 14 years tracked, with a complaint index of 31 and a "Good" verdict. NHTSA lists 31 complaints and 0 recalls for this year.
- What is the biggest problem area for the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek?
- Visibility & Wipers is the top problem area, accounting for 6 of 31 complaints (19%), mostly related to windshield cracking. Electrical System and Engine each account for 5 complaints (16%).
- Does the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2022 Crosstrek, including 0 do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2022 Crosstrek compare to other years like 2019 or 2024?
- The 2022 Crosstrek's complaint index of 31 is far lower than the 2019 (92, Avoid) and 2024 (100, Avoid) model years, making 2022 one of the better years for this model.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek?
- EPA rates the 2022 Crosstrek at 29 mpg combined (27 city / 33 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,250.