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2018 Subaru Impreza Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 151 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Subaru Impreza, most often about the lights (42% of complaints). It is 6th of 27 Impreza model years by number of complaints and has 5 recalls.
Most common 2018 Subaru Impreza problems
Lights
64 complaints · 42%The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Impreza. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 22v624000 (exterior lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made…
The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the headlights were extremely dim, making it difficult to see the roadway properly while driving night. The contact then received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 22v624000 (exterior lighting) however, the part to do…
Visibility and wipers
40 complaints · 27%Half of these problems showed up before 25,500 miles. Parts named most often: windshield.
The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that he parked and remained at a close distance from the vehicle; however, upon returning to the vehicle, he noticed that there was a large crack on the windshield. The contact inspected the windshield but could not determine the cause of the failure. The…
The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle, he noticed that a vertical crack had formed on the bottom passengerâs side windshield. The crack quickly extended approximately 30 inches. The contact stated that the crack obstructed his vision while driving at various…
Other or unspecified
25 complaints · 17%Half of these problems showed up before 12,000 miles.
Yesterday when I left work there was a long crack starting from the top and middle of the windshield, down about 8 inches before it takes a large c shaped turn ~24inches total. No obvious sign of impact, nor did I hit anything or hear anything while I was driving yesterday work. This was not there when I got to work…
Electrical
12 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 14,000 miles.
I lease a 2018 Subaru Impreza, which currently has about 14,000 miles. Since january 2021, it's battery has failed multiple times. I have taken the car to the dealer (dunning Subaru in ann arbor, mi) and the service department has installed 4 new batteries. Their diagnosis has been that as long as I don't drive more…
Problem with the ignition switch not wanting to engage, wouldn't turn the key at all. Has been a problem for the last few months where I had to play with ignition to get it to turn over
Engine
11 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 26,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated and the high-temperature warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and determined that an engine reseal had failed and needed to be…
Body and structure
6 complaints · 4%Parts named most often: body.
About two weeks ago when the first frost hit I noticed there was a windshield crack but it looked unrelated to an impact crack as it came from the side of the windshield and extended towards the center. After getting the windshield replaced one week later while sitting in my car and it is warming up another crack…
The wiper cowl cover separates from the windshield resulting in a gap between the cowl cover and the windshield. This gap allows an abnormal amount of water to flow inside, especially during heavy rainfall, snow, or carwash. In addition, debris such as leaves, pine needles, etc enter through the gap, resulting in…
Transmission
4 complaints · 3%Speed control
3 complaints · 2%
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2018 Subaru Impreza recalls
Lights: headlights
Risk: Reflectors that do not provide adequate illumination reduce the driver's ability to see and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front headlamp assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed november 15, 2023. Owners may contact subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wrg-22.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 impreza vehicles. The left and right side reflex reflector and left side low beam reflector may inadequately reflect light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Fuel system: fuel pump
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed september 24, 2021. Subaru and toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wrg-21.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 ascent, 2018 forester, 2018-2020 impreza, legacy, outback, 2018-2019 brz, wrx, and toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Electrical: software
Risk: A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software, replace the ignition coils and, if necessary, the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning june 1, 2021. Owners can contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wre-21. Note: this recall includes all vehicles previously repaired under recall 19v743.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 subaru impreza and 2018-2019 crosstrek vehicles. The engine control module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, causing a short circuit.
Electrical: software
Risk: If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software and inspect and replace the ignition coil, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, on vehicles with confirmed ignition coil damage and a certain stored diagnostic trouble code (dtc), subaru will replace the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. The recall began december 4, 2019. Owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wuq-02.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 impreza and 2018-2019 crosstrek vehicles. The engine control module (ECM) may continue to power the ignition coil after the engine is shut off, which could result in a short circuit and blown fuse.
Engine: crankcase (pcv)
Risk: An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the pcv valve, free of charge. If the pcv valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began december 2, 2019. Owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is wup-01.
Full defect summary
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2018 impreza and 2018 crosstrek vehicles equipped with an aluminum positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve. The pcv valve may come apart, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, possibly resulting in a loss of power while driving.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2018 Subaru Impreza
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Subaru Impreza?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: lights (64 complaints); visibility and wipers (40 complaints, typically around 25,500 miles); other or unspecified (25 complaints, typically around 12,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2018 Subaru Impreza have?
- 5 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from August 12, 2022 (lights). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2018 a bad year for the Subaru Impreza?
- It is 6th of 27 Impreza model years by number of complaints, with 151 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.