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Subaru Solterra

EPA Range: 222 miles

RECALL ALERT:
There are 4 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

Reliability

Overall Reliability

The 2023 Solterra is less reliable than other cars from the same model year.

The 2023 Subaru Solterra has been recalled 4 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
Most Common Trouble Spots
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Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2023 Subaru Solterra owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

Display screen goes blank

""For some reason, when starting the car the screen will be blank except for cameras. The only fix seems to be to restart the car.""

Anonymous A., NY (2023 Subaru Solterra Limited Electric)
Phone pairing (e.g., Bluetooth)

""FAILS to pair about one of three times I power up the car. The entertainment system and primary driver profile often reverts to guest driving default. it is very confusing to navigate the system, not very intuitive.""

Anonymous A., NM (2023 Subaru Solterra Touring Electric)

""While using an iPhone, one of the following happens: there may be no pairing at any point for several minutes, or it may not pair at all. If you put the car in park, pairing will cease at least temporarily.""

Anonymous A., NY (2023 Subaru Solterra Limited Electric)

""Subaru has a remote connect which, for $8 a month, allows you to get status of car charging, can remote start, etc. on your smartphone. This system did not work at all. The car was in the shop for about 90 days in early 2025 while Subaru tried to fix the problem. The system still doesn't work properly, so I've given up on it ever working.""

Anonymous A., OR (2023 Subaru Solterra Premium Electric)

"The car connects erratically with our iPhones, occasionally disconnects from CarPlay, and will not allow reconnection without completely turning off the car, and even then sometimes it will not reconnect. Very frustrating."

Anonymous A., CA (2023 Subaru Solterra Touring Electric)

EV Charging

Won't charge at home; won't work with some public chargers; won't fully charge; charge connection; charge port door.

What Owners Say

Charges too slowly

"It started charging slowly after I used a charging station at the Alabama/Georgia welcome center. The Ray. Before it was 8 maybe 10 hours for a full charge. Now it's anywhere from 39-56 or even 84 hours."

Anonymous A., GA (2023 Subaru Solterra Touring Electric)

"The car has some form of limiter that restricts how fast it will allow a charge to occur. The 2023 Solterra has one of the slowest recharge rate s. This is an own goal that has we know about before, we would not have purchased."

Anonymous A., CA (2023 Subaru Solterra Touring Electric)
Problem charging in cold/bad weather

"I lose up to 20% battery in the cold weather. The range is already too low. It makes it impossible to take the car anywhere but local driving"

Anonymous, NJ (2023 Subaru Solterra Touring Electric)
Won't fully charge

"Range decreased from 220 to 180 miles and when the a/c turns on the range drops to 150 miles"

Anonymous, (2023 Subaru Solterra Premium Electric)

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

What Owners Say

12V battery

"Battery could not hold charge and had to be replaced"

Anonymous A., CA (2023 Subaru Solterra Touring Electric)

""OEM 12 volt was bad: under normal use, was dead flat 4 times in 6 months. Replaced with AGM battery at my own cost (dealer would not cover under warranty), and the problem appears to be resolved.""

Anonymous, WA (2023 Subaru Solterra Limited Electric)

"I still don't understand why there's an Aux mode. All it serves is to drain the 12V battery and reduce its health."

Anonymous, WA (2023 Subaru Solterra Touring Electric)

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

What Owners Say

Seat controls - manual

"Touring trim in this car passenger seat was manuel and very difficult to adjust. Drivers seat did not go high enough. The seat memory position did not function despite attempts. In a car with several drivers this was a notable inconvenience."

Anonymous A., MA (2023 Subaru Solterra Touring Electric)
Seat controls - power

"No seat settings functioning memory despite Manuel representation that this Touring model did have such"

Anonymous A., MA (2023 Subaru Solterra Touring Electric)

EV Battery

Electric/hybrid battery pack failure, replacement or malfunction, or cooling.

What Owners Say

Electric/hybrid battery pack malfunction (didn't need replacement)

"Dealer will not consider it a lemon nor will Subaru"

Anonymous, (2023 Subaru Solterra Premium Electric)
Other electric/hybrid battery problem

""The range is lower than other electric vehicles, especially in temperatures lower than 15 degrees Celcius.""

Anonymous, BC (2023 Subaru Solterra Premium Electric)

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

What Owners Say

A/C compressor

"ca a commence en decembre 2025 mais cest en avril 2-024 que j'ai realise que le dcompresseur etait bruyant et que l'air etait moins froid a bord et en juin 2025 Subaru m'a prete une voiture gratuite ety le vehicule a ete repare avec des pieces neuve et il m'a ete remis il y a 1 semaine soit le 13 08 2025 et ju 'enj suis ravi.Quel excellent service!"

Anonymous, QC (2023 Subaru Solterra Touring Electric)

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

What Owners Say

Driveshaft or axle

""While my car was in the shop getting the electronics fixed the technician discovered that the rear axle, rear axle motor needed to be replaced.""

Anonymous A., OR (2023 Subaru Solterra Premium Electric)

Suspension/Steering

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

Noises/Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Powertrain
Electric Motor
EV Battery
EV Charging
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Climate System
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Body Hardware
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In-car Electronics
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes, to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
Recalls
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BACK OVER PREVENTION
Oct 30, 2025
A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
What should you do:
Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 25V744000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1024407
VISIBILITY
Sep 04, 2025
An inoperative defroster and defogger system can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2025 bZ4X, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra vehicles. During certain HVAC system faults, such as electrical compressor failure, the defroster and defogger system may become inoperative.
What should you do:
Dealers will update the HVAC control ECU software, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect the electrical compressor, and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB07 and 25TA07. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB04 and 25LA04. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-25.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 25V577000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 94320
WHEELS
Feb 09, 2023
Wheel detachment while driving can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Solterra vehicles. Improperly tightened hub bolts may loosen and cause the wheels to detach from the vehicle.
What should you do:
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been completed. Dealers will inspect and tighten the hub bolts, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-23.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 23V064000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1182
WHEELS
Jun 23, 2022
A wheel detaching from a moving vehicle can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Subaru Solterra and Toyota BZ4X vehicles. The hub bolts on the wheels may loosen, causing a wheel to detach from the vehicle after low-mileage use.
What should you do:
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they are repaired. Dealers will replace the hub bolts and wheels, free of charge. Letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 27, 2022. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 22V444000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 661
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