More often than not, the key cannot be removed from the ignition when the car is tuned off and in park. Constantly need to restart the car and play around with the shifter. This has been happening for over a month. Car is less than three years old and has 40k miles on it. Ganley Subaru of bedford has said any repair would need to be paid for out of pocket.
2017 Subaru Crosstrek electrical problems
severe 15 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850 · see electrical across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
15
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$850
1crash
When does it fail?
Of the 15 electrical complaints filed for the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA electrical complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 6 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
Check engine light is on and cruise control light blinks. Cannot use cruise control. Its a 2017 crosstrek. Took it to dealer twice. They thought it was catalytic convertor or o2 sensors which were fixed but lights remain on
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Subaru crosstrek. Intermittently, the contact was unable to remove the key from the ignition while the ignition was in the off position and the gear shift selector was in park. The vehicle was taken to palm springs Subaru (located at 67925 e palm canyon dr, cathedral city, ca 92234, (760) 318-4700) to be diagnosed, but the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure.…
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Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek?
It's a meaningful issue. 15 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $850.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Across the 12 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most electrical failures cluster between 18,000 and 50,000 miles, with the median around 38,182. A quarter of owners report trouble before 18,000; a quarter make it past 50,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/Subaru/Crosstrek.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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