2023 Subaru Solterra Safety Report
2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA Safety and Reliability Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2023 Subaru Solterra
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2023 Subaru Solterra. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (4) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (25) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 4 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Vehicle Speed Control,Forward Collision Avoidance | Compare vehicle speed control,forward collision avoidance issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2025 | Compare against the 2025 Subaru Solterra with 2 complaints and 2 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2024 | Check the 2024 Subaru Solterra before buying across this generation. |
Subaru Solterra Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Subaru Solterra years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Subaru Solterra | 13 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2025 Subaru Solterra | 2 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2023 Subaru Solterra Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2023 Subaru Solterra, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Vehicle Speed Control,Forward Collision Avoidance
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Vehicle Speed Control,Forward Collision Avoidance issues Subaru onlyUnknown Or Other
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Subaru onlyService Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance issues Subaru onlySuspension,Power Train,Electrical System
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Suspension,Power Train,Electrical System issues Subaru onlyElectrical System,Vehicle Speed Control,Engine
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Vehicle Speed Control,Engine issues Subaru onlyService Brakes,Back Over Prevention,Forward Collision Avoidance
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes,Back Over Prevention,Forward Collision Avoidance issues Subaru onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2023 Subaru Solterra
Reliability Score
The 2023 Subaru Solterra receives a reliability score of 55 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates average reliability — some notable concerns exist that prospective buyers should be aware of.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2023 Subaru Solterra
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2023 Subaru Solterra
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2023 Subaru Solterra:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unintended Acceleration Several reports of sudden unintended acceleration while parking have been documented, posing a significant safety risk. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Hvac And A/C Failures Common issues with HVAC and A/C systems have been reported, leading to discomfort and potential health risks. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Malfunctions Multiple instances of forward collision avoidance systems failing to function properly have been reported, increasing the risk of accidents. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Slow Dc Charging Slow charging rates, especially in low temperatures, have been reported, posing a safety concern for families with young children. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2023 Subaru Solterra:
Issues with forward collision avoidance systems are frequently reported, affecting safety.
Common problems with HVAC and A/C systems have been reported, impacting comfort and potentially health.
Several reports of unintended acceleration have been documented, posing a significant safety risk.
Slow charging rates, especially in low temperatures, have been reported, posing a safety concern for families with young children.
Recall Details for the 2023 Subaru Solterra
The following 4 recalls have been issued for the 2023 Subaru Solterra by NHTSA:
Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2025 bZ4X, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra vehicles. During certain HVAC system faults, such as electrical compressor failure, the defroster and defogger system may become inoperative.
Consequence: An inoperative defroster and defogger system can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the HVAC control ECU software, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect the electrical compressor, and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB07 and 25TA07. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB04 and 25LA04. Sub...
Summary: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2023 Solterra vehicles. Improperly tightened hub bolts may loosen and cause the wheels to detach from the vehicle.
Consequence: Wheel detachment while driving can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been completed. Dealers will inspect and tighten the hub bolts, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-23.
Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Subaru Solterra and Toyota BZ4X vehicles. The hub bolts on the wheels may loosen, causing a wheel to detach from the vehicle after low-mileage use.
Consequence: A wheel detaching from a moving vehicle can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they are repaired. Dealers will replace the hub bolts and wheels, free of charge. Letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 27, 2022. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2023 Subaru Solterra
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2023 Subaru Solterra with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 4 complaints involved crashes.
I am writing to express my concern regarding a series of significant issues I’ve experienced with my vehicle, all occurring within a span of less than six months and well within the 3-year/36,000-mile warranty period. 1.Battery Failure in Cold Weather: After the first exposure to below-freezing temperatures, the vehicle would not start on multiple occasions. This ultimately led to a full battery r...
Sudden unintended acceleration while maneuvering to park. The acceleration was instantaneous and forceful, that in less than 20 feet of rapid movement the car forced itself over some utility poles laying behind the intended parking spot, and jumped from the utility poles, fast enough so that the first ground contact was nearly 10 feet beyond the poles (as evidenced by disturbed grass in the photo...
Solterra 2023 bought Dec 23, 2022 Report: 1. Unintended Acceleration while parking. 2. No braking power till few feet away from fence. Incident:1. Prior parking, owner had accidentally touched the Regenerative Braking Paddle which is right next to turn signal lever. 2. Approaching a row of trees within 2 feet, the Solterra lurched forward, mowed down 2 trees and accelerat...
My Subaru Solterra EV was parked in the driveway of an Airbnb in Virginia. We were about to depart to return home. Vehicle was turned on and driver commenced to back out of the driveway, however rear safety warning activated as car neared a bush. Driver stopped vehicle, then placed in Drive in order to pull forward a few feet to negotiate putting the car in reverse to leave the driveway. The c...
The contact owns a 2023 Subaru Solterra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the heating system became inoperable. The contact stated that the heating system failed to function properly and was blowing out cold air instead of heat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the failure was duplicated by the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to retrieve a fault code. The veh...
A/C Air compressor failure resulting in no heat. Report as very common problem on internet but no recall or other fix. $3000 repair in a car approximately 2 years old.
Driving vehicle during rain storm at 10mph through standing water approximately 1 foot depth while exiting freeway in San Francisco caused front bumper components to loosen/crack, front fender liners to tear off, thereby exposing the electrical components of the battery drive unit and electricals under the front hood, including high voltage cables to be exposed to water intrusion. We can see the b...
Vehicle stopped dramatically at low speed in snow while sensors were freaking out and flashing reverse breaking sensor problem. Car has been in shop for 6 weeks. My concern is the breaks auto/over corrected and caused my car to slide in snow.
I must express my disappointment and concern regarding the actual range performance of the ELECTRIC vehicle 2023 Subaru Solterra. Subaru claims that the Solterra has a range of 228 miles, but I am consistently getting only around 160 miles. This significant discrepancy suggests that Subaru may have falsified the range information, misleading customers about the vehicle's capabilities. Moreover, ...
During any precipitation, primarily rain, the adaptive cruise control fails to sense vehicles in front of it. This became alarming as the vehicle began to speed up and get alarmingly close to the other vehicle, causing driver to slam brakes. When looking at the cruise control display, the vehicle never showed another vehicle in front of it.
Leased the vehicle in November 2023, the Air Condenser failed at the beginning of August, it no longer blows cold air. I have a 1year old baby, it’s California in the summer and it gets 105+ outside, in the car is even hotter. This is a safety hazard, my daughter can no longer be in the vehicle, and my wife is also pregnant driving it to work every day. The vehicle is still waiting to be repaired...
problem with milage range and charging rate . The vehicle will not charge above 24Kw--no fast charing possible "the vehicle has been found to be operating as designed and no repairs are being recommended" Leased vehicle in October 2023
Slow DC charging of Subaru Solterra 2023 at low temperatures is unsafe for toddlers and babies. The battery pack of Subaru Solterra 2023 has a slow charging rate at DC, and with low temperature( 32 F), it becomes even slower; what makes the matter worse is that if you use air conditioning, the charging rate becomes ten times slower. We were with our toddler driving on the i80 and we had to charge ...
Started the car, dash had multiple warning lights for "drive start control system", "ev system malfunction" and "systems not available" (all safety systems were off). Took car to dealer, they said the car stored no codes, reset the car, took it home. Two days later- same thing happened but also this time the car had NO HEAT. Luckily the heated seats worked but it was 20 degrees F and I had to driv...
The S pedal regenerative breaking shuts off randomly, causing the vehicle to stop breaking, and the need for an immediate use of the brake pedal.
We hit a stationary deer at night. Afterwards, we found an open recall: WRG23-1: Forward recognition camera reprogramming 2023 Subaru Solterra, but Subaru refused to investigate as they claim animals (suddenly appearing) are a carve out on their liability. However, the deer wasn't leaping, it was already frozen in the road. The headlights only illuminated its knees, too late for the driver to sto...
Under certain circumstances when using adaptive cruise control the car can accelerate towards a stationary vehicle. The last time that it occurred I was using the adaptative control at 35 mph and was approaching a stop light with the car correctly detecting a car in front which my car had detected and was slowing to allow adapt to the speed of the car that was ahead. The car entered a turn lane ...
9/29/2023, driving through 4-5 inch of flood water on the road at around 10 miles per hour, the undercover piece under front engenie area fall fall and both front mud guard liners ripped off and broken. Brand new vehcile only been dirving for 1 month with only 775 miles. Went to Subaru dealership, and dealership said those broken parts are not under warranty. This undercover piece & both front...
Left and right wheel well liners , front undertray and rear undertray came off while driving at slow speed on a street that had about 8 inches of water during heavy rain. I took the car to the Subaru dealer to get fixed under the guarantee as the car was just 6 months old and 7,553 miles but the dealer said they could not apply the guarantee on this situation because it was consider and act of na...
Subaru Solterra - Sudden unexpected acceleration with no ability to brake or steer. Message appeared "System Malfunction" Crashed into woods; small trees slowed and stopped car; airbags did not deploy. no injuries but great risk if car had headed to nearby highway instead of trees. car now at dealer undergoing inspection by Subaru.Police report made; copy not yet available. Michigan State Police ...
Showing 20 of 25 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2023 Subaru Solterra
Has the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA been recalled?
Yes, the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA has 4 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA have?
The 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA has 25 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 4 involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA?
The 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA involve vehicle speed control,forward collision avoidance (2 complaints), unknown or other (2 complaints), service brakes,forward collision avoidance (2 complaints). Other affected components include suspension,power train,electrical system, electrical system,vehicle speed control,engine, service brakes,back over prevention,forward collision avoidance.
How many crash reports does the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA have?
There are 4 crash reports associated with the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA out of 25 total complaints (16.0% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA have?
There are no fire reports for the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA.
How many injuries are reported for the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA?
No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA.
Should I buy a 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA is acceptable with caveats. It has 25 complaints, 4 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA?
The components with the most failures on the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA are: 1. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (2 complaints), 2. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints), 3. SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (2 complaints), 4. SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1 complaints), 5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE (1 complaints). VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE is the single most-reported problem area with 2 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA?
Be cautious of potential electrical system issues and forward collision avoidance malfunctions. Ensure regular maintenance to address these common problems. The 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA has 25 NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA?
The 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 25 owner complaints, 4 recalls, and 4 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Unintended Acceleration and HVAC and A/C Failures.
What are the known issues with the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA?
Known issues with the 2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA include: Unintended Acceleration, HVAC and A/C Failures, Forward Collision Avoidance Malfunctions, Slow DC Charging. These are based on patterns found across 25 NHTSA complaints. 4 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the common electrical system issues in the 2023 Subaru Solterra?
Common issues include HVAC and A/C failures, which can cause discomfort and potential health risks.
Are there any reported issues with the forward collision avoidance system?
Yes, multiple instances of forward collision avoidance systems failing to function properly have been reported.
What safety concerns arise from slow DC charging in low temperatures?
Slow charging rates in low temperatures can be unsafe for toddlers and babies, as the battery pack charges slowly.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of potential electrical system issues and forward collision avoidance malfunctions. Ensure regular maintenance to address these common problems.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2023 Subaru Solterra
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2023 Subaru Solterra. The data includes 25 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 4 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 4 reported crashes, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2023 Subaru Solterra an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16