Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid

Name: 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid
Brand: Subaru

CR MPG:

Default view of 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid

Reliability

Predicted Reliability

We expect the 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid to be more reliable than other new cars. This prediction is based on the Subaru Crosstrek non-Hybrid.

The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA. View Recalls

New Models Predicted Reliability

This Car

100

0 - 100

Subaru Crosstrek ...

Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid

vs. Similar Cars

Buick Encore GX

Chevrolet TrailBl...

Chevrolet TrailBlazer

Ford Bronco Sport

Honda HR-V

Hyundai Kona

Kia Seltos

Mazda CX-30

Mitsubishi Eclips...

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Mitsubishi Outlan...

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Nissan Kicks

Subaru Crosstrek

Toyota Corolla Cr...

Toyota Corolla Cross

Toyota Corolla Cr...

Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

Volkswagen Taos

Subaru vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability

See How Other Brands Stack up

No Detailed Data Available

Consumer Reports obtains its reliability data from a questionnaire that is sent to subscribers. In the questionnaire, we ask subscribers to note any problems with their cars that occurred in the past 12 months. They are asked to identify problems that they considered serious (because of cost, failure, safety, or downtime).

A typical model has about 200 to 400 samples for each model year. For some model years, typically those of older or less popular cars, we do not have a large enough sample size to provide results of statistical confidence.

There are several ways in which a savvy car buyer can still research the quality of a car.

Learn more about Car Brands Reliability
Learn How To Avoid A Lemon Car

EQUIPMENT

Jul 07, 2026

An incorrect GAWR label may lead to an overloaded vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Read Recall Details

Summary:

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, 2025-2026 Forester Hybrid, Forester, and 2019-2026 Ascent vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 110, "Tire selection and rims."

What should you do:

Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners, free of charge. Owners may also choose to have a dealer install the new label, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed August 25, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-26.

For more information:

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 26V436000

Potential Number of Units Affected: 541237

Hide Recall Details

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Feb 23, 2026

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Read Recall Details

Summary:

Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek hybrid, and 2025 Forester hybrid vehicles. When the fuel tank is near full capacity, an increase in ambient temperature may cause the fuel to expand and spill out of the filler neck due to an insufficient seal on the fuel cap.

What should you do:

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and to limit the fuel level to 50% until the remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the fuel filler cap gasket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-26. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 16, 2026.

For more information:

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 26V106000

Potential Number of Units Affected: 69870

Hide Recall Details

Check Vehicle for Unrepaired Recalls

Enter a valid 17-character VIN

Change Vehicle