2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 35 complaints for the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek, 25% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 35 25% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 72,000 miles 12 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 2 and 2
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 3 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 0 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 2 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 2 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 3 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 1 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 12 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 72,000 miles, and 42% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 fires.
What owners wrote
On October 31 2020, The AC compressor on my vehicle caught fire while I was driving. This caused a foul odorous smoke to fill the cabin of my vehicle which was cough inducing and limited my vision. The air conditioner was not on at this time because of pleasant ambient temperatures outside. I no longer have this part because it was replaced at the dealership along with the serpentine belt that was damaged due to the fire. There was no warning light or noticeable change in the vehicle driving before the incident.
After taking my vehicle into dealership for valve spring recall, service rep also suggested oil change at same time. I agreed. As soon as I drove it off the dealership lot, check oil light came on. I immediately returned car to have it checked but dealership said oil was full, probably faulty sensor and sent me away without fully checking the car. Check oil light would intermittently light up when driving locally.
Other problems reported for the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
- Drivetrain & axles 22 complaints
Engine problems in other years
- 2016
- 2015
- 2014
- 2013