2016 Subaru Crosstrek · recalls
2016 Subaru Crosstrek recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall that include the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek. It is 19V-149, filed Feb 28, 2019 for the exterior lighting.
- 1recalls
- 1systems
- 131owner complaints
Newest recall or investigation Feb 28, 2019 · checked Sep 22, 2026
Whether your car is included depends on its VIN, and a finished repair drops it off the list. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.
Risk: Brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.
1 of the 131 owner complaints on this car cite the exterior lighting.
Complaints with no recall behind them
The systems owners of the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek complain about most that none of these recalls covers, as of Sep 22, 2026. A problem can be widespread without being a safety defect NHTSA can order fixed.
- Electrical: 37 complaints, no recall
- Transmission and drivetrain: 18 complaints, no recall
- Steering: 13 complaints, no recall
- Engine: 13 complaints, no recall
- Fuel and propulsion: 8 complaints, no recall
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