Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2017 Subaru Crosstrek
NHTSA data on file today
The 2017 Subaru Crosstrek has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 94 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, for the 1 NHTSA-tested trim.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #19V149000 Brake Lights May Not Illuminate NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Unknown or Other 33 complaints
- Visibility/Wiper 22 complaints
- Electrical System 17 complaints
- Power Train 13 complaints
- Engine 10 complaints
- Service Brakes 5 complaints
Of the 94 complaints on file, 5 report a crash and 2 a fire; across all 94 complaints, owners report 5 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$8,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2017 Subaru Crosstrek generally performs reliably, but it has a notable issue with the brake light switch. Complaints include visibility and electrical system problems, yet major mechanical issues are not widespread. Overall, it offers a balanced ownership experience with typical costs.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| brake light switch | 30,000–50,000 miles | $150–$250 | very common |
| visibility/wiper system | 40,000–70,000 miles | $100–$300 | common |
| electrical system | 50,000–80,000 miles | $200–$600 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake fluid replacement
- Transmission fluid change
- Replace air and cabin filters
- Tire rotations and balance
- Coolant system check
- Battery check and maintenance
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Brake warning light stays on
- Unresponsive keyless ignition
- Intermittent wiper functionality
- Electrical system shutdown
- Grinding noise in drivetrain
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.