Every 2018 Subaru Impreza recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 22V624000
Dec 8, 2022Exterior Lighting:Headlights
- Problem
- 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."
- 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 recall details for 22V624000 →Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 21V587000
Jul 29, 2021Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump
- Problem
- 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.
- 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 recall details for 21V587000 →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 →
2018 Subaru Impreza complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 151 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Subaru Impreza, reporting 5 crashes, 1 fires, 2 injuries, 1 deaths. Subaru has issued at least 528 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
- Exterior Lighting64
- Visibility/Wiper34
- Unknown Or Other25
- Electrical System12
- Engine11
- Structure6
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (257)
- Equipment (197)
- Power Train (56)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (55)
- Engine (45)
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (36)
Read Subaru Impreza owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 151 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Subaru Impreza. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Crash
“it is a case of sudden acceleration when parking the car in battery , goin forward very slowly, the subaru impreza accelerate , jump the curve and crash agaings a tree 5 ft away from the curve, the results extensive damage in the left front , airbags did not deploy”
2018 SUBARU IMPREZAAug 2, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11536081
Death reportedFire
“Driver / owner of vehicle was found deceased from a fire that originated in the engine compartment of the vehicle. This is being reported by Portland Fire and Rescue Fire Investigator [XXX]. NO apparent body damage to the metal parts of the vehicle.”
2018 SUBARU IMPREZAJan 25, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11503708
Crash
“My car was involved in an accident and one headlight was smashed. I found out from my body shop that was my car was recalled and they have no way to fix my headlight. I called Subaru and they told me that the body shop could just put another head light in.”
2018 SUBARU IMPREZADec 27, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11498971
Injury reportedCrash
“THE SIDE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND 3 SENSORS WHERE ACTIVATED BUT BECAUSE OF THE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS IT NEVER WENT OFF.”
2018 SUBARU IMPREZAAug 11, 2019
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11243161
Injury reportedCrash
“I WAS INVOLVE TO CAR ACCIDENT, I WAS A PASSENGER THE SEAT BELT WAS ON ME AND, PRAPORLY LUCKED TO THE SEAT. THE DRIVER AIRBAG DEPLOEY. HE DIDNT GET ANY DAMEGE TO HIS BODY. AND MY IARBAG DID NOT DEPLOEY CAUSE OF THAT I HAVE SPINE FRACTURE LAMBAR L3-L2. IT HAPPEND IN 08/23/2018.”
2018 SUBARU IMPREZAJan 27, 2019
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11172414
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