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Similar activityRecall counts are similar.
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More complaint activity
2025 Subaru Crosstrekhas more complaint records.
Open investigation signals
Similar activityOpen investigation counts are similar.
Lower estimated fuel cost
Similar estimatesfuel-cost estimates are similar.
Short answer: Crosstrek has more complaint activity and Crosstrek has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.
Public-record comparison
Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.
| Record | 2026 Subaru Crosstrek | 2025 Subaru Crosstrek | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Total complaints | 3 | 35 | Crosstrek has 32 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 | 1 / 0 / 0 / 0 | Crosstrek has 1 more severity reports |
| Defect investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Open investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Manufacturer communications | 28 | 79 | Crosstrek has 51 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Warranty programs | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Service campaigns | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Software notices | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | None listed | None listed | None listed |
| Latest complaint | May 13, 2026 | May 22, 2026 | Crosstrek has newer activity |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
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| Different |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Same |
| Efficiency | 29 combined MPG | 29 combined MPG | Same |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | $2,050 | $2,050 | Similar |
| Safety-rating records | 1 | 1 | Similar |