CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Subaru Impreza has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 152 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (64 reports).
2018 Subaru Impreza recalls
Headlight Reflectors May Not Reflect Enough Light
Certain 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza vehicles have side reflex reflectors and a left-side low beam reflector that may not adequately reflect light.
Fuel pump may fail, causing engine stall while driving
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail on certain Subaru and Toyota 86 vehicles.
Engine May Stall Due to Ignition Short Circuit
The engine control module may keep supplying power to the ignition coils after the engine is turned off.
Engine may stall while driving, raising crash risk
The engine control module may keep supplying power to the ignition coil after the engine is shut off.
Engine may lose power if crankcase valve breaks apart
The PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve in these vehicles is made of aluminum and may come apart.
Most common 2018 Subaru Impreza problems
Problem areas named in the 152 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 64 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 34 |
| Unknown Or Other | 25 |
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Engine | 11 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Visibility | 6 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
What owners report
COMPONENT & AVAILABILITY: The Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) system suffered internal mechanical/hydraulic failure (TR580 unit). The vehicle and transmission assembly remain intact and available for immediate inspection upon request. SAFETY RISK: The transmission experienced erratic downshifting, slipping, and failure of proper engagement, creating an imminent risk of sudden deceleration, complete loss of motive power, and stalling in traffic. After diagnostic codes were cleared during an independent reassembly, Subaru of America and its dealer (Berman Subaru of Chicago) refused to inspect or repair the defect, directing that the vehicle be driven until it re-fails an
Spontaneous crack in passenger side of windshield 5 times in a row!!
Vehicle Information: 2018 Subaru ImprezaVIN: [XXX] Affected: Steering (Electronic Power Steering / EPS Gear Box Assembly)Description of the Safety Defect:I am reporting a severe safety defect regarding a sudden and total loss of power steering assist while driving my 2018 Subaru Impreza.The Electronic Power Steering (EPS) gear box assembly experienced a catastrophic failure, resulting in an immediate, heavy steering condition that severely impacted my ability to control the vehicle safely. Upon inspection, the EPS gear box housing was found to have suffered structural failure/cracking due to environmental corrosion.This is a well-documented safety hazard for this vehicle generation. Subaru p
I bought a new Subaru Impreza and there is a cam carrier leak that was reported last time I took it for service at the dealership two weeks ago. There are only 41k miles on the car, and there were no warning lights/messages. Upon my research, this is a common problem with Subarus due to the sealant that they use with a very high cost to fix (I was quoted $4.5k), not mentioning the time it takes as well. Additionally, fixing the problem does not prevent it from recurrence. Because this puts the safety of the driver at risk and is a known problem in newer Subaru vehicles, it should be covered under the warranty.
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 redone. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was opened. The approximate failure mileage was 106,000.
2018 Subaru Impreza questions
Does the 2018 Subaru Impreza have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2018 Subaru Impreza: Headlight Reflectors May Not Reflect Enough Light; Fuel pump may fail, causing engine stall while driving; Engine May Stall Due to Ignition Short Circuit; Engine may stall while driving, raising crash risk; Engine may lose power if crankcase valve breaks apart. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Subaru Impreza?
Based on 152 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (64), Visibility/Wiper (34), Unknown Or Other (25).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Subaru Impreza has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.