Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2026 Subaru Solterra. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Loss of Drive Power
- Summary
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Toyota BZ, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra battery electric vehicles. The electronic control unit (ECU) that controls the high voltage battery may experience a fault, resulting in a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the battery ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LA07 and 26TA11. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG26.
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Owner complaints (17)
17 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 9 | 52.9% |
| Unknown or other | 4 | 23.5% |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 17.6% |
| Engine | 1 | 5.9% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 5.9% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 5.9% |
| Lane departure | 1 | 5.9% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 5.9% |
How 2026 compares with other Solterra years
Best and worst Solterra years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 42 | 4 |
| 2024 | 14 | 2 |
| 2025 | 4 | 2 |
| 2026 | 17 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 120 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $650
- CO₂ tailpipe
- —
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 120 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric · Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 131 / 109 / 120 | $650 | — |
| Electric · Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 128 / 105 / 117 | $650 | — |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2026 Solterra for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2026 Subaru Solterra FAQ
How many recalls does the 2026 Subaru Solterra have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 26V393000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2026 Subaru Solterra problems?
Owners filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (9), Unknown or other (4), Exterior lighting (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2026 Subaru Solterra get?
EPA rates the Electric · Automatic version at 131 city, 109 highway and 120 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
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.