Subaru Solterra problems and known issues

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The main documented Solterra problem is recall 23V064, which covered certain 2023 Solterras whose wheel hub bolts could loosen and let a wheel detach. Owners were told not to drive until a dealer inspected and tightened the bolts. NHTSA recall data shows no other Subaru-filed Solterra campaign.

CarWhere lists 1 documented Solterra issues, including 1 NHTSA safety recall, each with affected years, powertrains, symptoms, pre-purchase checks and a source. Recall entries come from NHTSA's recall dataset on the DOT open-data portal, which may not list every campaign, so run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup.

Solterra generations at a glance

Subaru Solterra generations and the known issues listed for each
GenerationModel yearsIssues on this page
Original Solterra2023–2025Hub bolts may loosen and let a wheel detach (recall 23V064)
Updated Solterra2026 onwardNo widespread issue documented here

Original Solterra problems (2023–2025)

Hub bolts may loosen and let a wheel detach (recall 23V064) (2023)

Safety recall
Generation:
Original Solterra (2023–2025)
Years:
2023
Powertrain:
All

Certain 2023 Solterras may have improperly tightened hub bolts that can loosen and let a wheel come off while driving. Owners were told not to drive the vehicle until repaired. Dealers inspect and tighten the hub bolts free of charge. NHTSA lists 1,182 vehicles in the campaign.

Symptoms

  • Clicking or knocking from a wheel
  • Vibration that grows with speed

Check before buying

  • Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
  • Ask a Subaru retailer for the repair order showing the hub bolt inspection and tightening

NHTSA recall: 23V064 (2023-02-09) · 1,182 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [1]

Related Solterra research

This page explains specific mechanical issues and recalls. Which model years drew the most owner complaints relative to the rest of the model’s history is answered in the years-to-avoid research where CarWhere publishes it.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Subaru Solterra recall?

Recall 23V064 covers certain 2023 Solterras whose wheel hub bolts may loosen and let a wheel detach. Owners were told not to drive until a dealer inspected and tightened the bolts, free of charge.

Does the Solterra have other recalls?

NHTSA's recall data shows 23V064 as the only Subaru-filed Solterra campaign. Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to see any open campaign on a specific vehicle.

How do I check a used Solterra for open recalls?

Enter the 17-digit VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup and ask a Subaru retailer for the repair order showing the hub bolt inspection under 23V064.

Is the 2023 Solterra safe to buy used?

A 2023 Solterra with recall 23V064 completed has had its hub bolts inspected and tightened by a dealer. Confirm the remedy shows as complete on the VIN before buying.

Sources

Issue descriptions are CarWhere’s own summaries of the sources below. Repair costs are shown only where a source states them and vary by shop and region.

  1. Recall 23V064: Wheels — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)

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