Subaru Solterra complaints by model year
77 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2024 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | 42 | 5 | 0 | 4 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2023–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 16 | 5 | 1 | 9 |
| Unknown or other | 13 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 10 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Subaru Solterra recalls (5)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Solterra model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V393000 | Jun 18, 2026 | Loss of Drive Power | 2026 | — |
| 25V744000 | Oct 30, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 | 2023, 2024, 2025 | 81.1% |
| 25V577000 | Sep 4, 2025 | Inoperative Defrosting and Defogging System | 2023, 2024, 2025 | 83.6% |
| 23V064000 | Feb 9, 2023 | Wheel May Detach From Vehicle | 2023 | 99.8% |
| 22V444000 | Jun 23, 2022 | Wheel May Detach From Vehicle | 2023 | 100% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
| 2024 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
| 2023 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Subaru Solterra FAQ
How many recalls has the Subaru Solterra had?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns that cover at least one Subaru Solterra model year from 2023 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common Subaru Solterra problems?
Across the 2023–2026 model years, owners most often name the electrical system, unknown or other, forward collision avoidance in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Subaru Solterra get?
EPA rates the 2026 Subaru Solterra at 117 to 120 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.