CarRecallWatchThe 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 81 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 1 fire, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (20 reports).
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
Most common 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek problems
Problem areas named in the 81 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 20 |
| Unknown Or Other | 14 |
| Power Train | 13 |
| Air Bags | 12 |
| Engine | 11 |
| Service Brakes | 11 |
| Steering | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
What owners report
Metal Frame of side torso area of seat wore through foam. very sharp and painful could possibly cut skin and impact in crash could be medically dangerous.
Brake light switch failure. Triggering traction control warning light, hill assist warning light, and abs warning light, and disables cruise control. There was previously a recall (NUMBER: WUE-90 NHTSA ID: 19V-149) for the brake light switch for Subaru models with my production date included, but because Hybrid Crosstrek models were not included, it will not be replaced under recall. I am still experiencing the same issues and cause, but it is not covered.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Subaru Crosstrek on May 22, 2026. The sale was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was recorded at 77,441. The contact later purchased a CARFAX report which was reported at 214,767 in February 2026. The contact reported the information to the local authorities.
The car had a front collision and the air bags did not deploy.
Some times the passenger airbag light comes on and off. This is a reoccurring problem and I donât see any recalls on this
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek questions
Does the 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek?
Based on 81 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (20), Unknown Or Other (14), Power Train (13).
How do I check if a recall on my 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek has been fixed?
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