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5 posts · Joined 2017. #1 · Aug 7, 2017. 2015 XV, bought brand new, no issues till now, at 38K miles, occasionally can't get key out of ignition switch. Brake lights work fine, and it shifts in and out of park OK. When this occurs I restart, apply foot brake, shift out of park and then back into park, turn key to off and attempt to remove key ...2 people found this helpful. I just took my 2016 Subaru Outback into Dewey Griffin in Washington state with the problem of my key not coming out of the ignition. My car is out of warranty so they gave me an estimate of $235.38 parts and $145 labor ($471) to fix it. I will be contacting the places mentioned above.2013-2018MY Crosstrek 2014-2018MY Forester 2015-2018MY WRX SUBJECT:Ignition Key Sticking / Design Change to CVT Shifter / Selector Lever Components ... VEHICLE SERVICING PERFORMED BY UNTRAINED PERSONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THOSE PERSONS OR TO OTHERS. Subaru Service Bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians ONLY. TheyKey gets stuck - Why isn't the Subaru issue with key stuck in the ignition not being recalled ? Does anyone have it documented it's a factory defect? ... My key was getting stuck in the ignition of the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek. I followed her advice and called Subaru of America and they covered $600 of the $700 repair bill. ... 2013 Subaru ...New Subaru Key Fob (Rectangle) Purchase a new 2032 battery. Open the key fob using your metal key or flathead screwdriver. Look for the flat round battery inside the fob. Release the battery from the small tabs. Put the new 2032 battery in its place in the same direction as the old battery. Put the key fob back together.Aug 18, 2021 · My intent is to share (hopefully help) those that prefer to go to the dealer and get it done within a few days. PROBLEM: My key getting stuck was first intermittent and then became 80 to 90% of the time. The only way to get the key out is to jiggle the shifter or restart the car and move it forward or back; then the key would come out. Remove the screw. Pull the right side of the cover apart top from bottom. You will see a connector to the key switch with two wires I think a white and black wire. Unplug this connector and you can remove the key. I left mine unplugged for now but I can take the key out when it is in gear.Update 12/24/2021: Subaru extended warranties on 2012-2018 models to cover this part at least until 10-31-22. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WX_HswSxgkk&fea...5. Extremely Cold Weather. Some people find themselves in a predicament where their Subaru Forester key is stuck in the ignition during winter. This happens because the cold weather makes the metal of the key contract, making it difficult to turn. The best way to fix this problem is to use a hairdryer to heat the key.Conclusion. Having your key stuck in the ignition of your 2016 Subaru Crosstrek is a frustrating experience. Fortunately, with some patience and the right steps, you can get it unstuck without having to call an expensive tow truck or leaving your car at a repair shop.2. Sit in the driver's seat and shut all doors (and the rear gate (Outback)). 3. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position. 4. Hold down the REAR (UNLOCK) side of the driver's power door locking switch, open the driver's door within the following 1 second, and wait 10 seconds without releasing the switch.Below are some of the ways you can remove your stuck key out of the ignition: Joggle the key. Use an extractor. Spray lubricant on the ignition lock. Unlock the steering wheel. Shake the gear selector. Replace the battery. Re-align pins on the ignition cylinder. Check if your car is on recall.Subaru Roadside Assistance is free and standard on your vehicle. Coverage is automatic; there are no forms to complete. Subaru Roadside Assistance is available anytime during the 3-year/36,000-mile Subaru Limited Warranty, whichever comes first.* A Subaru Roadside Assistance decal has been affixed to the driver's door window.Excited to have saved a quite a bit of money while supporting the locksmith at the same time (and my girlfriend is happy to have a spare key again)! Just to clarify, the key that we found out works for the 2018 Crosstrek Premium is: 2017 SUBARU IMPREZA H-CHIP KEY FCC ID: CWTB1G077 IC: 1788F-FB1G077 MODEL: TB1G077In the past few weeks the RPMs have been dropping very low, around 500 RPM, when coming to a stop and the car shutters like it is going to stall out but then returns to a steady idle - this has been happening fairly often but not every time. Otherwise the car has been running good until today. Today the RMPs have started getting stuck/hanging.There is a bit that runs through the gear shift stick and hits the switch when it hits the P position. Take off all the surrounding plastic and crap, and under the PRND321 bit you will be able to feel a small switch. Give it a flick, and the key should come out.Sometimes my 2016 crosstrek gear shift gets stuck. I cannot move it out of park. Have to rock the vehicle to allow it to move or have someone push me. Has anyone else had this problem? If so what was the solution? Dealer (Beechmont Subaru, Cincinnati) wants $432 to diagnose the problem to determine if it might be covered by warranty.1361 posts · Joined 2015. #4 · Apr 9, 2017. My remote does that intermittently. I have had the battery replaced twice by the dealer. The service manager said the next time it happens, they will just replace the remote. You should have received 3 keys. My 2015 Premium has 2 keys with the remote and a valet key.Jan 31, 2020 · Bestylea said: I used my spare key for the first one a few weeks ago. And the key got stuck and now my everyday key gets stuck. I place car in park. Turn of ignition. And the key is stuck [emoji849] Has a warranty so surely this should be covered. The issue of stuck key is a known issue in Israel. The micro switch in gear handle has to be replaced.

Reason Subaru Crosstrek won't start. Possible Solution. Dead car battery or poor battery connection. Recharge or replace the battery. Ensure proper connection on the battery terminals. Scrub corroded battery terminals. A defective alternator. Replace it with a new alternator. Faulty starter or dead key fob battery.That can happen with any car that has an ignition based steering lock out. You'll notice the wheel will not move at all in one direction but will move a little in the other direction. Just move the wheel a little away from the tight side. That will take the pressure off and allow the key to turn. Whatever you do, don't use force to turn the key.Some Subaru models may have a defect that causes the key to get stuck in the ignition. This can be a serious safety issue because it prevents the driver from turning off the engine, which can lead to stalling and accidents. The recall affects Subarus from model years 2005-2009. If you own one of these models, you should contact your dealership ...2-5Getting Started 6-7 Instrument Panel 8-11 Gauges 12-13 Personalize 14-19 Controls 20-21 While Operating 22-23 Safety/In Case of Emergency 24-26 Additional Information Table of Contents 3429965_19a_Crosstrek_QG_041918.indd 5 4/19/18 3:46 PM

Common ignition switch problems include overheating, failure of the dashboard lights, failure of the engine to crank and start, worn out wafers and failure of the key to come out o...Troubleshooting Tips For A Stuck Key. As a car ignition expert with years of experience, I know the frustration that comes along with having a key stuck in your Subaru Crosstrek’s ignition. If you find yourself in this situation, there are a few steps you can take to try and remedy it. The first thing to do is lubricate the lock cylinder.5. Extremely Cold Weather. Some people find themselves in a predicament where their Subaru Forester key is stuck in the ignition during winter. This happens because the cold weather makes the metal of the key contract, making it difficult to turn. The best way to fix this problem is to use a hairdryer to heat the key.…

Reader Q&A - also see RECOMMENDED ARTICLES & FAQs. Subaru Crosstrek Key Stuck In Ignitionn - Full Exp. Possible cause: Oct 30, 2021 · OK, just found the TSB related to this on the NHTSA site: Subaru T.