The new Crosstreks are really nice. I loved my Crosstrek stick - really fun to drive, etc. However, my 2014 (2nd year) had some major issues. First was a right rear wheel bearing go bad; then 2 of the other 3 went, including the first one that was replaced. Total cost - about $2,200 The BIG issue was the synchro / transmission began to go and then the throw-out / release bearing began to go. Inexcusable for a only 119 K miles. A used tranny, with about 70K went for over $3,000 - with labor and clutch - almost $6,000. Car is booking at $5,600 so good bye. Others have had this issue too, as I read on the discussion boards. I have driven stick for over 40 years and baby the clutch. Had a 2000 Outback that went 238 K and lasted 14 years. The only issue was a blown head gasket at 150 K (was recalled up to 80K). At that time the clutch was replaced (as the engine is taken out, so why not do it). Mechanic said the clutch "still had a lot of life in it. So it's got to be that model, or that "batch" of cars manufactured that year. Maybe it was built on a Monday morning! I will miss that car but what you gonna' do? Did not like the Forrester and went for a RAV 4 hybrid (nice! so far). Got a great price and dealer gave be full book on the trade. It will likely go to auction and be used for parts. In the end I am extremely disappointed - to say the least.

Best car I ever owned. 135000 miles. No problems will buy a new new new new new new new new new new new new new

We purchased a used 2014 Crosstrek trade in at a local Patrick Subaru dealer. We were told the vehicle was purchased there and all service was performed by this dealer. They claimed the car passed their rigorous multi-point inspection. Purchase rice was $13,500.00 The vehicle has lasted 9 months with approx 12K miles. We did 2 oil changes. Then, the car started making a howling noise. Took it to Patrick Subaru where we bought it. They told us that the transmission was shot and the repair would cost roughly $9500.00 and it was not worth repairing. This was a "Subaru Certified" trade in. It lasted less than 10 months and we still owe $8500.00 on this worthless paperweight. Stay away from any Subaru with the automatic CVT transmission. It WILL fail. Please search for "16-107-17r SERVICE BULLETIN".