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2017 Subaru Crosstrek

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 Crosstrek.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (AV-S6)

The 2017 Subaru Crosstrek is an SUV equipped with an Automatic (AV-S6) transmission and an engine running 5.1 quarts of 0W-20 API oil to deliver an EPA-estimated 26/33/29 mpg. The model's reliability profile includes 97 total owner complaints—dominated by Visibility/Wiper issues—alongside a single recall. When situated within the broader 2012-2026 model complaint history, 2017 avoids the severe problem peak seen in 2019 with its 280 complaints and sits well above the lowest year of 2012 with just 2, meaning this specific model year represents a moderately stable point in the Crosstrek's reliability trajectory rather than an extreme outlier.

Model year202620252024202320222021202020192017

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.1 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque89 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy26/33/29 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 35 · 390 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 35 · 390 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP225/55R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.0 inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length175.2 in
Overall width70.1 in
Overall height63.8 in
Wheelbase103.5 in
Curb weight3516 lb
Track (front / rear)60.2 / 60.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined26 / 33 / 29 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Crosstrek of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.5–10.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.50 sec — 2021 Limited
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
20182.0i Premier 2.0L F-48.80 sec16.70 sec152 hpAWD
20182.0i Limited 2.0L F-49.00 sec16.90 sec152 hpAWD
20182.0i Premium 2.0L F-49.00 sec16.90 sec152 hpAWD
20182.0i Limited 2.0L F-49.20 sec17.30 sec152 hpAWD
20182.0i Premium 2.0L F-49.20 sec17.00 sec152 hpAWD
20182.0i Limited 2.0L F-410.00 sec17.50 sec152 hpAWD
2019Plug-In Hybrid 2.0L F-4 + Elec 8.8-kWh8.30 sec16.60 sec148 hpAWD
2019Plug-In Hybrid 2.0L F-4 + Elec 8.8-kWh8.30 sec16.50 sec148 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.1 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil, 75W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 89 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-2-4. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity12.6
Brake FluidDOT 3
Clutch FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil75W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.6 qt
Engine CoolantUse Subaru coolant part number SOA68V9270
Engine Coolant Capacity8.5-9.0
Engine OilSynthetic · 0W-20 · API

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs13.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel BoltsAT: 70.0 ft-lbs, MT: 63.0 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts6
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts22 FT/LBS

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts89 ft-lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts34.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug15.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub162.0 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub162.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-2-4
Spark Plug ManufacturerSubaru
Spark Plug Gap0.039-0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Standard BCI Group Number35
Standard BCI Cranking Performance390 cca

Service checks

RPM49-58 @ IDLE rpm

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 20; Rear: 20
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 59; Rear: 49
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.059; Rear: 0.059 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 0.866; Rear: 0.335
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishStamped on rotor
Maximum Rotor Runout0.002
Maximum Drum Diameter6.732

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 8 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

121.4 ft. lbs.21.4 ft. lbs
273.8 ft. lbs.73.8 ft. lbs
3Loosen all bolts completely in reverse order
431.0 ft. lbs.31 ft. lbs
531.0 ft. lbs.31 ft. lbs
6100 degrees100 degrees
7Bolts 1 and 2 75 degrees75 degrees
8Bolts 3,4,5,630 degrees
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 6 stages
126.0 ft. lbs.26 ft. lbs
2Back off 360.0 degrees360 degrees
326.0 ft. lbs.26 ft. lbs
4Back off 360.0 degrees360 degrees
513.0 ft. lbs.13 ft. lbs
660.0

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 6,000 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 6,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 12,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Clutch Assembly (inspect)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Clutch Hydraulic System (drain & refill) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plugs (replace) · Wheel Bearing (inspect)
Every 72,000 miFuel Filter (replace)
At 137,500 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2017 Subaru Crosstrek generated 97 federal complaints and 1 recall, placing it at a temporary low point between the 131 complaints recorded in 2016 and the sharp escalation to 194 complaints and 5 recalls in 2018. While its 334 technical service bulletins were nearly unchanged from 2016’s 343, the subsequent 2018–2019 period shows a dramatic upward trend, with complaints peaking at 280 and recalls reaching 7 in 2019 before volumes declined in later years. The 2017 model’s complaint profile was led by 21 visibility/wiper reports and 17 entries categorized as unknown or other, and the data does not specify root causes; electrical system, power train, crash, and fire complaints numbered 7, 4, 6, and 2 respectively. Because 2017 sits immediately before the generation’s pronounced 2018–2019 spike in complaints and recalls yet carries lower volumes than both its immediate predecessor and successor, the federal record suggests it is one of the more stable years of this generation to purchase.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
334
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
97
Owner complaints
6 involved a crash · 2 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 97 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Visibility/Wiper21
Unknown Or Other17
Electrical System7
Power Train4
Exterior Lighting3
Service Brakes3
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other3
Unknown Or Other,Engine3

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V149000Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:SwitchReported 28/02/2019

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… 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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 334 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SubaruNet Annoucement (E2026-06-11Unknown Or OtherThis announcement is requesting retailer staff to retain the EyeSight protective hood…
16-156-25R2026-06-02Power TrainThis bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which…
19-02-262026-06-01Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides information on how to identify which high voltage battery repairs…
01-167-08R2026-05-18Unknown Or OtherThis bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the…
16-156-25R2026-05-13Power TrainThis bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2017 Crosstrek take?

5.1 qt of Synthetic 0W-20 API certified., per the factory manual.

Does the 2017 Crosstrek have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Crosstrek get?

EPA figures are 26 city / 33 highway / 29 combined mpg.