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2026 Subaru Crosstrek maintenance schedule

The 2026 Crosstrek is part of the 3rd Gen (2024-2026), sold as an SUV. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2026 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 filter6,000 mi / 6 monthsManufacturer
Engine air filter24,000 mi / 2 yearsIndependent
Cabin air filter12,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Tire rotationInspect, replace as neededIndependent
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 plugs60,000 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.

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA recall for the 2026 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.

Suspension

NHTSA 26V685000

October 2026

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek and Forester vehicles. The castle nut on the left-front lower control arm ball joint may be improperly fastened, which can lead to the ball joint separating from the lower control arm.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the left-front lower control arm ball joint assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 16, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI26.

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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