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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, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
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.
"Have replaced at least 3 wheel bearings on this vehicle over the last 4 years and they are incredibly difficult to replace and very expensive."
Anonymous A., IL (2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Limited 2.0-L 4 Cyl)Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
"Cam carrier is leaking and will require a $3000+ repair as the entire engine needs to be taken out of the car."
Anonymous, ID (2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Limited 2.0-L 4 Cyl)Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
"The oil leak necessitated leaving the car in the shop for several days."
Anonymous, MA (2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0-L 4 Cyl)Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
"we are currently getting this repaired. discovered it when I could not get the key out of ignition"
Anonymous, ID (2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0-L 4 Cyl)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
"Serpentine belt broke probably related to the AC compressor which seized up two days later"
Anonymous A., OR (2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0-L 4 Cyl)Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
"They stopped completely working. No sound. Luckily, because of a warranty I only had to pay 130. to replace instead of the 800 I was first quoted. I had to remind the repair shop of the warranty and also that 800. for speakers was totally too high. The speakers were replaced. The repair slip indicated that these speakers would not be replaced under the warranty should it happen again."
Anonymous, NY (2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0-L 4 Cyl)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.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
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.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
"Appears Subaru used substandard quality rear wheel ball bearings. Bearing noise started at 75000 miles."
Anonymous, CO (2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Limited 2.0-L 4 Cyl)