Model year 2022 · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2022 Subaru Crosstrek: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings

EPA rates the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek at 25–30 mpg combined across 3 versions. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 31 owner complaints for this model year. Its best NHTSA overall crash-test rating is 5 out of 5 stars.

Safety recalls

1

EPA combined mpg

25–30

NHTSA overall rating

5/5

Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT

NHTSA lists this vehicle as CROSSTREK HYBRID.

Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a Subaru dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 1 safety recall for the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, newest first.

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery

NHTSA 23V080000 Reported Feb 14, 2023
Filed by
Subaru of America, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. WRD-23)
Units affected
8,413 (estimate)
Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Crosstrek Hybrid vehicles. The harness terminal that supplies low-voltage power from the converter to the 12-Volt battery may corrode and break, preventing the 12-Volt battery from charging.
Risk
A 12-Volt battery that is unable to recharge can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the converter terminal mounting bracket. If corrosion is found on the terminals, the 12-Volt output harness and terminals will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 12, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-23.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek fuel economy by version

EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination. Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek EPA fuel economy
VersionEngineTransmissionDriveFuelCity/Hwy/CombFuel cost/yrCO2 g/mi
Crosstrek AWD2.0L 4-cylManual 6-spdAll-Wheel DriveRegular22/29/25 mpg$2,700355
Crosstrek AWD2.0L 4-cylCVT (8 modes)All-Wheel DriveRegular28/33/30 mpg$2,250297
Crosstrek AWD2.5L 4-cylCVT (8 modes)All-Wheel DriveRegular27/34/29 mpg$2,300302

Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.

EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek crash-test ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Tested vehicleOverallFrontalSideRolloverRollover riskForward collision warning
2022 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid SW AWDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated—Standard
2022 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD5 stars4 stars5 stars4 stars15.6%Optional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.

Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek owner complaints

Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, most recently on Sep 8, 2026. 3 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 2 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.

Most-cited components in 2022 Subaru Crosstrek complaints
Component named in complaintsMentions
Unknown or other13
Visibility/wiper6
Electrical system4
Forward collision avoidance: Automatic emergency braking4
Service brakes4
Engine3
Structure: Body2
Vehicle speed control2
Exterior lighting1
Lane departure: Assist1

Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.

Had a safety problem with your vehicle? You can report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.

Other Subaru Crosstrek model years

Subaru Crosstrek by model year
YearCombinedRecallsComplaintsOverall rating
2027 Crosstrek26–29 mpg——5/5
2026 Crosstrek26–36 mpg3105/5
2025 Crosstrek27–29 mpg0465/5
2024 Crosstrek27–29 mpg21205/5
2023 Crosstrek25–35 mpg0355/5
2021 Crosstrek25–35 mpg21165/5
2020 Crosstrek25–35 mpg1695/5
2019 Crosstrek25–35 mpg82855/5
2018 Crosstrek25–29 mpg51955/5
2017 Crosstrek26–29 mpg1945/5
2016 Crosstrek26–31 mpg11325/5
2015 Crosstrek26–31 mpg117—

All Subaru Crosstrek years compared · Decode a VIN

Other 2022 Subaru models

2022 Subaru Ascent2022 Subaru BRZ2022 Subaru Forester2022 Subaru Impreza2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2022 Subaru WRX

Sources

  • Recalls: NHTSA recall flat file (FLAT_RCL_POST_2010), dated Oct 27, 2026, plus a live check of api.nhtsa.gov in your browser.
  • Complaints: NHTSA consumer complaint flat files (COMPLAINTS_RECEIVED), counts only — we do not republish complaint text.
  • Crash tests: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
  • Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
  • NHTSA, EPA and DOE do not endorse OpenVIN. Vehicle names identify vehicles only; OpenVIN is not affiliated with Subaru.