AI Damage2026 Subaru Solterra: common problems
The maker issued 53 service bulletins for this year. We found 8 repair videos on YouTube. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 53
- YouTube repair videos
- 8
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- electric
- automatic, 1-speed
Drive: AWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 35 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 16 |
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.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Exterior lighting. Headlamps, leveling, sensors and mounts after a frontal hit.
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 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.
- Subaru of America, Inc
(Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2026 model year Solterra vehicles to update the software of the battery ECU. 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 provided diagnostic procedure information to be followed when addressing Dark Current /…
This Bulletin provided diagnostic procedure information to be followed when addressing Dark Current / Parasitic Draw concerns on Subaru EV vehicles.
- This Service Information Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but…
This Service Information 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 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 announcement provides updates on the WRG-26 Solterra battery ECU reprogramming safety recall
- Techtips newsletter locator index
NHTSA lists 53 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Repair videos
We do not copy videos: these are YouTube links credited to their authors. Amounts are as stated by the author and not verified by us.
- The 2026 Subaru Solterra Is Cheaper, Faster, And Has More Range
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- The 2026 SOLTERRA from Subaru!
- 2026 Subaru SolTerra Headlight Washer
- Maintenance required reset for the Subaru Solterra 2026
- 2026 subaru solterra maintenance reset (they hid it)
- The 2026 Subaru Solterra Still Doesn't Have One-Pedal Driving
- The 2026 Subaru Solterra Redesign
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Subaru Solterra?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 53 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2026 Subaru Solterra?
NHTSA lists 53 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 2026 Subaru Solterra 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 2026 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.