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Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 Subaru Crosstrek
Overall rating NHTSA-grounded
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $7,000–$12,000
The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek demonstrates an average reliability rating. While there's a notable recall related to the transmission inhibitor switch, the distribution of owner complaints across various systems suggests no overwhelming single point of failure.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage | Cost range | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| wiper system | 20,000–40,000 miles | $150–$300 | very common |
| engine | 30,000–50,000 miles | $500–$1,500 | common |
| transmission switch | 40,000–60,000 miles | $400–$800 | occasional |
| electrical system | 30,000–50,000 miles | $100–$500 | occasional |
| forward collision avoidance | 50,000–70,000 miles | $250–$700 | occasional |
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil change every 6,000 miles
- Brake fluid replacement every 2 years
- Tire rotation every 7,500 miles
- Spark plug replacement at 60,000 miles
- Transmission fluid check annually
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Intermittent wiper failure
- Delayed engine start
- Dashboard warning lights
- Transmission slipping
- Steering wheel vibrations
Generated by gpt-4o on 8/20/2026. Cost ranges are conservative estimates that account for typical regional variation.