How common are transmission and powertrain problems on the 2013 Subaru XV CrossTrek?

NHTSA lists 21 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2013 XV CrossTrek, which is 22% of the 97 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 XV CrossTrek's transmission or powertrain?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2013 XV CrossTrek.

At what mileage do these transmission and powertrain problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 65,500 miles.

Did the 2013 XV CrossTrek's transmission problems cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2013 XV CrossTrek lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.

How does the 2013 XV CrossTrek compare to other years for this problem area?

NHTSA data shows 21 transmission and powertrain complaints for 2013, compared to 13 for 2014, 18 for 2015, 1 for 2016, and 0 for 2017.

2013 Subaru XV CrossTrek Transmission & Powertrain Problems

Owners filed 21 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2013 Subaru XV CrossTrek, 22% of the 97 total complaints that year. Median mileage at failure was 65,500. No related recalls are listed for this problem area.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 21; 22% of 97
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 65,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

CV joints and front axles wear out and need replacement, sometimes more than once, with a clicking noise heard when turning.
Some drivers report the CVT hesitating or failing to slow the vehicle fully when coasting toward a stop.
Owners describe sudden RPM drops and loss of power while accelerating or merging onto a freeway.
Some report the transmission slipping or stalling during turns, including one case cited at 65,000 miles.
A few owners describe rear differential or rear hub failure accompanied by a loud humming noise and reduced fuel economy.
Some owners describe the ignition key sticking when trying to turn off the vehicle, requiring multiple attempts.

When 2013 Subaru XV CrossTrek transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 17, 2014, latest Apr 9, 2026.

21 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2014 to Apr 2026; peak Jan 2014 (1).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2013 Subaru XV CrossTrek

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by XV CrossTrek model year

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

201321 (22%)
201413 (16%)
201518 (23%)
20161 (33%)
20170 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission and powertrain problems on the 2013 Subaru XV CrossTrek?: NHTSA lists 21 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2013 XV CrossTrek, which is 22% of the 97 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 XV CrossTrek's transmission or powertrain?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2013 XV CrossTrek.
At what mileage do these transmission and powertrain problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 65,500 miles.
Did the 2013 XV CrossTrek's transmission problems cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2013 XV CrossTrek lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.
How does the 2013 XV CrossTrek compare to other years for this problem area?: NHTSA data shows 21 transmission and powertrain complaints for 2013, compared to 13 for 2014, 18 for 2015, 1 for 2016, and 0 for 2017.