Subaru Crosstrek: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (2013 - 2024)

Over the lifespan of the Subaru Crosstrek all engines have had a timing chain and are interference.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Subaru Crosstrek.

Subaru Crosstrek Timing Belt Or Chain

Year	Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference
2013 – 2024	All	Timing Chain	Interference

Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.

2024 Subaru Crosstrek - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2024 Subaru Crosstrek engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2024 Subaru Crosstrek Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.5L 4 Cyl.	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl.	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2023 Subaru Crosstrek - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2023 Subaru Crosstrek engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2023 Subaru Crosstrek Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.5L 4 Cyl.	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl.	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2022 Subaru Crosstrek - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2022 Subaru Crosstrek engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.5L 4 Cyl.	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl.	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2021 Subaru Crosstrek - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2021 Subaru Crosstrek engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 148 hp	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. 154 hp (FB20D)	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.5L 4 Cyl. 182 hp (FB25D)	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2020 Subaru Crosstrek - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2020 Subaru Crosstrek engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2020 Subaru Crosstrek Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 148 hp	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. 154 hp (FB20D)	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2019 Subaru Crosstrek - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2019 Subaru Crosstrek engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2019 Subaru Crosstrek Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 148 hp	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. 154 hp (FB20D)	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2018 Subaru Crosstrek - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2018 Subaru Crosstrek engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. 154 hp (FB20D)	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2017 Subaru Crosstrek - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2017 Subaru Crosstrek engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2017 Subaru Crosstrek Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. 154 hp (FB20D)	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2016 Subaru Crosstrek - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2016 Subaru Crosstrek engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2016 Subaru Crosstrek Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 160 hp (FB20X)	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. 154 hp (FB20D)	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2015 Subaru Crosstrek - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2015 Subaru Crosstrek engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2015 Subaru Crosstrek Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 160 hp (FB20X)	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. 154 hp (FB20D)	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2014 Subaru Crosstrek - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2014 Subaru Crosstrek engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2014 Subaru Crosstrek Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 160 hp (FB20X)	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. 154 hp (FB20D)	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2013 Subaru Crosstrek - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2013 Subaru Crosstrek engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2013 Subaru Crosstrek Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 160 hp (FB20X)	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. 154 hp (FB20D)	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

Timing Belt Basics

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).

A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.

A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.

Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.