Things to consider when insuring one
Driver-assist sensors come standard
They can help avoid crashes, but a windshield or bumper repair often needs the cameras and radar recalibrated, which costs more. Check what your comprehensive and collision deductibles would mean for a glass claim.
Most owner complaints are about the electrical system
10 of 18 complaints to NHTSA mention it. Worth a look in a pre-purchase inspection.
1 recall
- NHTSA 26V393000 · Jun 18, 2026
electrical system: propulsion system
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Toyota BZ, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra battery electric vehicles. The electronic control unit (ECU) that controls the high voltage battery may experience a fault, resulting in a loss of drive power.
- The risk
- An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will update the battery ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LA07 and 26TA11. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG26.
Crash test ratings
2026 SUBARU SOLTERRA SUV BEV AWD
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
Rollover risk in a single-vehicle crash: 12%
What owners report
18 complaints to NHTSA.
- Electrical system10
- Unknown or other4
- Exterior lighting3
- Engine1
- Forward collision avoidance1
- Fuel/propulsion system1
- Lane departure1
- Service brakes1
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Other 2026 Subaru models
Recalls, crash ratings and owner complaints are from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), last checked Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are owners’ reports and aren’t verified by NHTSA. This page is general information, not advice about a specific vehicle or policy.