Spontaneous cracks or chips from minor impacts, often at low mileage. Estimated repair cost: $400 - $800.

Engine Hesitation/Stalling

Vehicle shudders, hesitates during acceleration, or stalls unexpectedly. Estimated repair cost: $200 - $600.

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Malfunction

Erratic braking, unintended braking, or failure of the AEB system. Estimated repair cost: $150 - $500.

Shuddering, hesitation, or potential transmission problems. Estimated repair cost: $500 - $1,500.

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2021 Subaru Crosstrek Maintenance guide

Name: Maintenance dataset for 2021 Subaru Crosstrek
Creator: Carfocal

v1.0Updated May 30, 2026Ethan Miller4 Sources Analyzed

MAINTENANCE SUMMARY

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek's reliability is rated 'Below Average' due to significant concerns with windshield fragility and engine/powertrain issues. Owners should anticipate potential spontaneous windshield cracking and monitor the engine for shuddering or hesitation.

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Reliability Score

Est. Annual Maintenance Cost

$1,000 - $1,500

TSBs & Recalls

51 TSBs | 1 Recalls

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Key Takeaways

Be vigilant for windshield cracking, a common and costly issue.
Monitor engine and powertrain for signs of hesitation or shuddering.

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