Model year record

2018 Subaru Impreza

5 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 190 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 22V624000

Exterior lighting: headlights

Component
Exterior lighting: headlights
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
Vehicles affected
188,397
Reported to NHTSA
2022-08-12
Owners notified
2023-11-15

Defect description

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."

Safety risk

Reflectors that do not provide adequate illumination reduce the driver's ability to see and increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 21V587000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump

Component
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
Vehicles affected
175,968
Reported to NHTSA
2021-07-29
Owners notified
2021-09-24

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 21V264000

Electrical system: software

Component
Electrical system: software
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
Vehicles affected
466,205
Reported to NHTSA
2021-04-15
Owners notified
2021-06-01

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 19V743000

Electrical system: software

Component
Electrical system: software
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
Vehicles affected
466,205
Reported to NHTSA
2019-10-18
Owners notified
2019-12-04

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 19V744000

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)

Component
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)
Manufacturer
Subaru of America, Inc.
Vehicles affected
205,000
Reported to NHTSA
2019-10-17
Owners notified
2019-12-02

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Exterior lighting64
Visibility/wiper3323,000 mi
Unknown or other2912,000 mi
Electrical system1314,000 mi
Engine1326,000 mi
Structure: body54,770 mi
Visibility: windshield525,500 mi
Power train4567 mi
Steering4
Service brakes320,527 mi
Vehicle speed control314,444 mi
Air bags212,000 mi
Suspension212,000 mi
Wheels2
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module112,000 mi
Carry handle, shell, base1
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking1
Other/i am not sure1
Seat belts112,000 mi
Seats112,000 mi
Structure1
Visibility1

The 2017 model has roughly the same number of complaints as this one. The 2019 model has about half as many complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.