suem Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 Does anyone else have a problem with their XV not starting without warning? Mine has done this now three times and I have met a couple of other people who also have this problem ( one 8 times) The Battery is completely flat and won't turn over the engine. I have taken it to the main dealers and they can't find a problem but the last rescue mechanic said that he has come across this several times. Before I contact Subaru I'd like to know if this is a common fault. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Time Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 7 hours ago, suem said: Does anyone else have a problem with their XV not starting without warning? Mine has done this now three times and I have met a couple of other people who also have this problem ( one 8 times) The battery is completely flat and won't turn over the engine. I have taken it to the main dealers and they can't find a problem but the last rescue mechanic said that he has come across this several times. Before I contact Subaru I'd like to know if this is a common fault. Yes, it's a well known problem. See this site and search Battery issues for shared experiences and also advice. Others on here have given advice. In brief, don't do multiple short journeys; drive with your sidelights on all the time (in the day) to force the alternator to charge the Battery and keep it topped up. If you've got a powered tailgate don't leave it open too long with the engine off; etc. etc. Use 'dealer mode' and 'factory mode' on your infotainment screen to check the charging of your Battery so as to monitor its health and charging levels. Make sure you put the key fob into 'sleep-mode' at the end of the day or if you're storing the keys anywhere near the car (say if youre camping) so the car's electrics isn't constantly sending data to and fro the fob. Switch off the internet connection uploads options on your car to stop it searching automatically for updates, etc. Also, https://www.motorbiscuit.com/subaru-owners-suing-over-frustrating-battery-drain-issues/ to see issues elsewhere and class action abasing Subaru. I think Subaru have recently (in the US) agreed to settle the claims (ie admitted there's an issue - not sure if it includes crosstrees/xvs). Check out the US subaruxvforum.org too. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4A-TCgmXkb4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suem Posted January 30 Author Share Posted January 30 Thanks for that. This is a car that I bought for reliability as I travel long distances on my own and spend time in remote locations. Otherwise a great car just ned to sort out this problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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