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2019 Subaru Crosstrek Engine Problems

11 owner-reported engine complaints from NHTSA data

11
Complaints
1
Recalls
1
Crashes
Jan 2020Nov 2024
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Engine Recalls (1)

RECALLCampaign #19V856000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving.

Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the short block engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUW-08.

Owner Complaints (11)

criticalENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Nov 2024

Per NHTSA Product Campaign Bulletin WRE-21, all ignition coils on my 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Premium were replace on August 9th, 2021. On November 26th 2024, the same vehicle experienced a total loss of motive power on a 50 MPH, 2-lane road, resulting in emergency action to move the car off of the right-of-way. All occupants of the car were not injured.

NHTSA #: 11627701
criticalENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Nov 2021

The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the accelerator pedal was not depressed but the vehicle slightly accelerated independently. There were no warning lights illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11439201
criticalENGINE
CrashFiled: Aug 2020

VEHICLE IN MOTION ,ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING , AND COLLIDED INTO A TREE LOCATED ON CURB OF SIDEWALK, NO INJURIES TO 2 OCCUPANTS WEARING SEATBELTS, MAJOR DAMAGE TO FRONT OF VEHICLE. NO EXPLANATION FOR VEHICLE MOVING UNEXPECTLY

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NHTSA #: 11343750
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2025

Spark plug coil leaked oil into the spark plug

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NHTSA #: 11638943
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jun 2022

2019 subaru crosstek. Consumer writes in regard to vehicle being flooded with water after safety recalls being repaired. The consumer stated thed vehicle was flooded due to the air conditioner being clogged.

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NHTSA #: 11466917
mediumENGINE
Filed: Oct 2021

Battery continually does not hold charge over any time longer than a few days parked. Even after long drive from Wisconsin to Ohio, car sitting for 6 days in cool weather (never under 40 degrees) caused dead battery. Battery has been replaced by Subaru dealer 3 times previously, each time dealer said they could not detect a problem.

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NHTSA #: 11438312
mediumENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jul 2021

Car hesitates on acceleration persists after recall (replacement of ignition coils). Condition persists since purchase (nov, 2019). Numerous repair orders did not correct problem.

NHTSA #: 11425427
mediumENGINE
Filed: Nov 2020

I AM DRIVING DOWN HWY17 DOWNHILL WHEN TRAFFIC SLOWED AND AS I SLOWED THE ENGINE AND CAR COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN , NO POWER , VERY LITTLE STEERING CONTROL.I WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF WITHOUT INCIDENT. I DO FEAR THE REOCCURRENCE OF THIS PROBLEM AND I DO FEEL THIS IS DANGEROUS AND HOPE THE COMPLAINT IS CONSIDERED AND ADDRESED

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NHTSA #: 11372581
mediumENGINE
Filed: May 2020

My subaru crosstrek plug in hybrid has repeatedly (8 times now) had the check engine safety light come on which disables some of the safety features. Subaru has replaced a number of parts including the fuel pressure sensor, the charcoal cannister assembly, the air conditioning computer and harness.

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NHTSA #: 11322946
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2020

My 2019 subaru crosstrek has a substantial power/accentuation hesitation when starting out. Car is not responsive to increased acceleration pressure for a couple seconds. Also, when traveling at lower speeds 0-50mph and you have to adjust you speed gradually by letting up and gently pushing on the gas, the car can shutter/slight buck.

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NHTSA #: 11300902
lowENGINE
Filed: Jun 2021

Car hesitates on acceleration.

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NHTSA #: 11421313

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