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2013 Subaru Crosstrek recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2013 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
3
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
124
Latest campaign
Feb 28, 2019

Recall summary by component3

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Exterior lighting1Feb 28, 2019
19V149000
Engine and engine cooling1Nov 1, 2018
18V772000
Electrical system1Feb 25, 2013
13V061000

Safety recalls3

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Feb 28, 2019Latest campaign
Feb 28, 201919V149000

Exterior lighting: brake lights switch

Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.

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What's wrong
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.
Filed under
Crosstrek
Campaign
NHTSA 19V149000 · Feb 28, 2019
Nov 1, 201818V772000

Engine and engine cooling: engine

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

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What's wrong
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012-2013 Impreza Stationwagon, 2013 Subaru BRZ, XV Crosstrek and Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles. The engine valve springs in these vehicles may fracture causing an engine malfunction or a possible engine stall.
Risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify their owners. Toyota will notify the FR-S owners. Dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, Toyota owners may contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-888-270-9371. Subaru's number for this recall is WTY-84.
Filed under
Xv Crosstrek
Campaign
NHTSA 18V772000 · Nov 1, 2018
Feb 25, 201313V061000

Electrical system

The engine may inadvertently start and run for up to fifteen minutes.

DetailsHide details for campaign 13V061000
What's wrong
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Legacy and Outback vehicles equipped with an automatic or CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory, certain model year 2012-2013 Impreza vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory, and certain model year 2013 XV Crosstrek vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and an Audiovox remote engine starter (RES) accessory. Additionally included are certain model year 2013 Legacy and Outback vehicles that may have received replacement RES fobs. If the RES fob is dropped, the fob may malfunction and randomly transmit an engine start request without pressing the button.
Risk
The engine may inadvertently start and run for up to fifteen minutes. The engine may continue to start and stop until the fob battery is depleted, or until the vehicle runs out of fuel. If the vehicle is parked in an enclosed area, there is a risk of carbon monoxide build-up which may cause headaches, dizziness or, in extreme cases, unconsciousness and/or asphyxiation.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the RES key fobs, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783 for more information.
Filed under
Xv Crosstrek
Campaign
NHTSA 13V061000 · Feb 25, 2013

Merged from NHTSA model names: Crosstrek, Xv Crosstrek. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Subaru recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component124

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
124Complaints filed
6Involving a crash
4Involving a fire
2Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Engine4637220
Power train2621000
Unknown or other2117100
Electrical system1915020
Steering97200
Service brakes86000
Exterior lighting65000
Fuel/propulsion system65210
Vehicle speed control65200
Wheels65000
Air bags54201
Visibility/wiper43001
Visibility32000
Electronic stability control (ESC)32000
Seats22010

9 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Crosstrek, XV Crosstrek.

Latest reports

  • Power train

    “On [XXX], while driving on public roads in West Allis, Wisconsin, the vehicle's dashboard warning lights began flashing and the transmission stopped shifting.”

    Filed 10/03/2026 · ODI 11768691
  • Chest clip

    “Nuna RAVA convertible car seat, model CS05107RFD, manufactured 10/15/2021, purchased Jan 2022. Harness failure after completing the remedy for Recall 24C-002.”

    Filed 09/20/2026 · ODI 11765696
  • Power train

    “The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while driving, the transmission seized, causing the vehicle to come to a sudden stop.”

    Filed 09/08/2026 · ODI 11762874

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2013 Subaru Crosstrek recall questions

How many recalls does the 2013 Subaru Crosstrek have?

NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2013 Subaru Crosstrek. The most recent, 19V149000 (reported February 28, 2019), concerns exterior lighting. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2013 Subaru Crosstrek?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 46 complaints out of 124 filed with NHTSA (37%). Across all complaints, owners reported 6 crashs and 4 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2013 Subaru Crosstrek?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Subaru recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Subaru dealer.

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