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2017 Subaru Crosstrek maintenance schedule

The 2017 Crosstrek is part of the 1st Gen (2016-2017), sold as an SUV. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, the problems owners report for this year, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2017 Crosstrek needs, and when

5 of these 10 items come from Subaru's own published schedule. Manufacturer rows link to Subaru's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

ServiceIntervalSource
Engine oil and filter

Protects against thermal breakdown

6,000 mi / 6 monthsManufacturer
Engine air filter24,000 mi / 2 yearsIndependent
Cabin air filter12,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Tire rotation

Mandatory to keep rolling circumferences equal for the AWD system

6,000 mi / 6 monthsIndependent
Brake fluid

Inspect at 12,000 miles

30,000 mi / 30 monthsManufacturer
Engine coolant

Inspect at 30,000 miles

137,500 mi / 11 yearsManufacturer
Transmission fluidInspect, replace as neededManufacturer
Spark plugs

Replace (if applicable)

60,000 mi / 5 yearsManufacturer
Differential and transfer case fluidInspect, replace as neededIndependent
12V battery

Test

Inspect, replace as neededIndependent

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them. Services we could not find an interval for are left off rather than guessed.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Powertrains in this generation

  • CVT, AWD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Known problems

What 2017 Crosstrek owners run into

Problems reported for this model year, with the mileage they tend to show up at. Buying past a window is not automatically a pass - it just needs to be priced in.

Suspension Malfunctions

medium severity

Clunking noises, premature wear

Electrical/Infotainment

low severity

Backup camera failure, system glitches

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA recall for the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Subaru dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Exterior lighting

NHTSA 19V149000

February 2019

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.

Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.

Running costs

What maintenance typically costs

A typical year of maintenance
$492

Typical US independent-shop estimates for this generation; they vary by region and condition.

Other Crosstrek model years

3rd Gen (2024-2026)

202420252026

2nd Gen (2018-2023)

201820192020202120222023

1st Gen (2016-2017)

20162017

Shopping new? The Subaru Crosstrek guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

Researched 2026-09-21. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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