2020 Subaru Crosstrek Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2020 Subaru Crosstrek recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek.

Most common 2020 Subaru Crosstrek problems

Problem areas named in the 71 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Visibility/Wiper	30
Electrical System	11
Power Train	11
Unknown Or Other	9
Engine	5
Visibility	4
Structure	2
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Seat Belts	2

What owners report

2026-10-27, Power Train
Transmission failed at 62,000 miles out of gear on freeway. No power to get into shoulder. . I took it to dealer, they said it needed new transmission. I then took it to a specialist which ran diagnostic and said valve body/solenoid need replacement so I had the work done. Now at 63,000 2 months later same issue happened on the freeway. Specialist is replacing the entire transmission now. I’ve come to understand this is very common with the crosstrek. The 2019 has an extended drivetrain warranty to 100k miles. My 2020 is only warranted to 60k miles. The warranty should be extended to 2020 crosstrek a as well.

2026-10-26, Power Train
Failing camshaft carrier seals causing oil leaks. This issue as a known issue to subaru engines in many models and no recalls have been made. This issue can cause a fire in the engine if not render over time. This vehicle has less than 60k miles with barely 5 years. Other models are failing with the same issue, if not with lower milage.

2026-09-12, Electrical System
I own a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. While driving on the freeway in heavy traffic, I had to make a hard stop due to traffic ahead. When the vehicle came to a complete stop, the engine automatically shut off as part of the vehicle’s auto start-stop system. When I released the brake to proceed with traffic, the vehicle attempted to restart, but displayed a “Disabled” message and the auto start-stop system became disabled. I had to turn the vehicle completely off and restart it manually while stopped in active freeway traffic. This created a significant safety concern because the malfunction occurred on the freeway while surrounded by moving traffic. If the engine had failed to restart, the v

2026-05-14, Power Train
DEFECT DESCRIPTION My 2020 Subaru Crosstrek has been diagnosed with diagnostic trouble code P2757 (Torque Converter Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Control Circuit Performance), which my authorized Subaru 802 Subaru retailer in Vermont has confirmed is caused by a defective CVT Control Valve Body. Subaru of America has acknowledged this exact defect in Technical Service Bulletin 16-156-25R (revised 10/28/25), which explicitly covers the 2013–2021MY Crosstrek 2.0L (FB20 engine, TR580 CVT) and prescribes replacement of the CVT Control Valve Body with an updated design incorporating an improved valve sleeve. This bulletin confirms that Subaru is aware of the design flaw in the original valv

2026-05-11, Electrical System
While driving 2020 Crosstrek Hybrid, the dashboard lights suddenly flashed and then engine stalled, leaving me with no brakes and no steering. I rolled through straight through an intersection with four stop signs and I could not stop. Luckily no one was driving or walking at the time. I couldn't start car, even with a jump start. I bought a new Interstate battery with higher specs. Three days later the same thing happened, the car stalled while driving just about to park. The dashboard lights also flashed and I saw Hybrid System this time. Car was towed to the dealer and there was a huge amount of corrosion with the electrical system underneath the car. Previously, four times this win

2020 Subaru Crosstrek questions

Does the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek?

Based on 71 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility/Wiper (30), Electrical System (11), Power Train (11).

How do I check if a recall on my 2020 Subaru Crosstrek has been fixed?

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