Every 2018 Subaru Crosstrek recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Suspension · NHTSA 21V263000
Apr 15, 2021Suspension:Rear
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.
- Risk
- Missing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will retorque and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-21.
Full recall details for 21V263000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 21V264000
Apr 15, 2021Electrical System:Software
- Problem
- 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.
- 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 recall details for 21V264000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 19V743000
Oct 18, 2019Electrical System:Software
- Problem
- 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.
- 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 recall details for 19V743000 →Engine and Engine Cooling · NHTSA 19V744000
Oct 17, 2019Engine and Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (Pcv)
- Problem
- 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.
- 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 recall details for 19V744000 →Service Brakes · NHTSA 17V701000
Jul 11, 2017Service Brakes
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Crosstrek vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect floor mat retention bracket, allowing the floor mat to move out of position and interfere with the accelerator or brake pedal operation.
- Risk
- If the floor mat moves out of position and interferes with the accelerator or brake pedal operation, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the floor mat retention bracket and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTR-77.
Full recall details for 17V701000 →
2018 Subaru Crosstrek complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 195 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, reporting 10 crashes, 1 fires, 1 injuries. Subaru has issued at least 523 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Visibility/Wiper64
- Unknown Or Other41
- Electrical System32
- Engine32
- Power Train14
- Vehicle Speed Control13
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (311)
- Equipment (205)
- Power Train (60)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (56)
- Engine (54)
- Unknown Or Other (52)
Read Subaru Crosstrek owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 195 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Injury reportedCrash
“2018 Subaru Crosstrek rapidly accelerated unexpectedly while pulling into a parking space with the foot on the brake. Hit a concrete pole and sustained vehicle damage and injuries.”
2018 SUBARU CROSSTREKApr 25, 2026 · FL
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11733779
Crash
“WAITING IN LINE TO PICKUP PRESCRIPTION, STOPPED WITH FOOT ON BRAKE AND VEHICLE ACCELERATED INTO CAR APPROX 15 FT IN FRONT OF ME. EYE SIGHT BRAKING DID NOT STOP CAR, NOR DID IMMINENT COLLISION WARNING ENGAGE. CAR IS AT DEALERSHIP AND THEY CONDUCTED TEST; FOUND NOTHING.”
2018 SUBARU CROSSTREKOct 27, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11552267
Fire
“8/17/23 I left my vehicle on with the air conditioning running. Left on because my dogs were in the car. Came out of restaurant after 40 minutes & car was on fire inside the vehicle. Opened back door on drivers side & back seat was on fire. Black smoke coming out of the car.”
2018 SUBARU CROSSTREKAug 18, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11539358
Crash
“The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while at a light, the vehicle crashed into an unknown vehicle in front of her. While sitting in traffic at another light, the failure recurred. The vehicle reeved up forward and crashed into an unknown utility vehicle.”
2018 SUBARU CROSSTREKJul 31, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11535478
Crash
“On Nov 9 2022 the owner was pulling into a parking space at a mall and the Subaru Crosstrek 2018 suddenly accelerated and slammed into the wall of a store. The airbags did not go off. The driver was going at a slow speed and putting on the brake.”
2018 SUBARU CROSSTREKJan 17, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11502226
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