Subaru XV - Common problems

Last update 16. 02. 2024

Common problems with the Subaru XV

Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Subaru XV, for which Subaru has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.

If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Subaru XV. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.

The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Subaru XV have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.

Tip: Check the vehicle’s history by a VIN

Latest XV’s Issues in the EU

All XV’s EU Recalls

If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.

Check the vehicle’s history

Latest XV’s Issues in the UK

SUBARU XV (2014 – 2018) – THE ELECTRONIC PARK BRAKE
on 31/08/2022
SUBARU XV (13/05/2014 – 28/11/2018) RECALL: Problem description: The electronic park brake connector may disconnect.
SUBARU XV (2017 – 2019) – THE REAR STABILISER BRACKET
on 01/11/2021
SUBARU XV (06/04/2017 – 29/05/2019) RECALL: Problem description: The bolts on the rear stabilizer bracket might become loose.
SUBARU IMPREZA (2016 – 2019) – THE IGNITION COIL MODULE
on 01/11/2021
SUBARU IMPREZA (20/09/2016 – 01/10/2019) RECALL: Problem description: Ignition coils may short circuit and fail, causing the engine stall and a none start […]