2018 Subaru WRX

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2018 Subaru WRX
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:17:18.638Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2018: 42 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2002	427
2003	60
2004	42
2005	19
2006	14
2007	0
2008	65
2009	41
2010	1
2011	4
2012	2
2013	7
2014	6
2015	52
2016	31
2017	53
2018	42
2019	30
2020	17
2021	13
2022	24
2023	7
2024	13
2025	2

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 26%

26% of complaints: engine — 11 distinct reports on file.

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******* DELETE VOQ ******* THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING MARKED FOR DELETION BECAUSE IT IS REQUESTED BY THE CONSUMER THAT THEY WISH TO HAVE IT REMOVED. DJR ******* DELETE VOQ *******

NHTSA ODI report, 20240111

******* DELETE VOQ ******* THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING MARKED FOR DELETION BECAUSE IT IS REQUESTED BY THE CONSUMER THAT THEY WISH TO HAVE IT REMOVED. DJR ******* DELETE VOQ *******

NHTSA ODI report, 20240110

Engine Failure rod bearing failure is extremely common. Can leave motorist in danger being stranded on the road. Subaru of America has inspected the engine but claims they are at not fault and refuse to assist.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240108

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 24%

24% of complaints: electrical system — 10 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

STEERING 17%

17% of complaints: steering — 7 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

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THE WHEELS LOCKED WHILE DRIVING ON A CLEAR DECEMBER DAY (I DON'T HAVE EXACT DAY) ON A WINDING MOUNTAIN ROAD FULL OF CLIFFS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190116

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 SUBARU WRX. WHILE DRIVING AND AFTER SHIFTING THE GEAR, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE JUMPED A CURB AND CRASHED INTO SOME BUSHES. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180525

TL* THE CONTACT'S SON OWNS A 2018 SUBARU WRX. WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AT 25 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL REMAINED IN A TURNED POSITION AFTER THE DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO STRAIGHTEN THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171012

POWER TRAIN 14%

14% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 14%

14% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 6 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20210924 — fuel system, gasoline

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.

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.

Campaign 21V587000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20220916 — exterior lighting

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the backup light switch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614.

Campaign 22V522000 — check if this car was fixed