AI Damage2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid: common problems
The maker issued 136 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 136
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 91 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Electronic stability control | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Communication | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This announcement provides information on a new software update for the Midtronics Dss and DCA machines
- This bulletin provides paint code information for 2027 model year vehicles
- "This Bulletin announces additional troubleshooting steps for the following DTCs
DTC C1956: RH Actuator Circuit DTC C1957: LH Actuator Circuit"
- This announcement provides an update to all 2027 model year Subaru warranty coverages for wear items and…
- This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a…
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.
- This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during…
This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.
- This Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw…
This Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw (dark/standby current) in vehicles experiencing battery drain when the ignition is off, leading to no-start conditions or…
- This Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during…
This Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)
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- This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a…
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletin
- This bulletin announces design changes made to the fuel injector in response to the DTCs listed
(This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)
- This bulletin announces a design change to the filler cap thread shape to improve ease of installation of…
This bulletin announces a design change to the filler cap thread shape to improve ease of installation of the fuel cap onto the filler neck.
NHTSA lists 136 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 136 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid?
NHTSA lists 136 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2021 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.