Worst 2018 Subaru Crosstrek Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ENGINE
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 64 | — | — | 24,544 mi | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 40 | 1 | 1 | 19,867 mi | |
| ENGINE | 31 | 1 | — | 14,644 mi | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 30 | — | — | 14,098 mi | |
| POWER TRAIN | 14 | 3 | — | 11,381 mi | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 13 | 5 | — | 33,528 mi | |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 9 | 1 | — | 21,700 mi | |
| VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD | 7 | — | — | 29,143 mi | |
| STEERING | 6 | — | — | 29,733 mi | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 5 | — | — | 48,533 mi | |
| SEATS | 4 | — | — | — | |
| WHEELS | 4 | 1 | — | 31,575 mi | |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS | 3 | 1 | — | 12,501 mi | |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 3 | 2 | — | 20,462 mi | |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 2 | — | — | 13,250 mi | |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 | — | — | — | |
| LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION | 2 | — | — | — | |
| SUSPENSION | 2 | — | — | 3,800 mi | |
| AIR BAGS | 1 | 1 | — | 18,000 mi | |
| BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness | 1 | — | — | — | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | 1 | — | — | 39,000 mi | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 | — | — | 58,000 mi | |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 1 | — | — | 2 mi | |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 1 | — | — | 25,000 mi | |
| LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING | 1 | — | — | 60,000 mi | |
| STRUCTURE | 1 | — | — | 32,000 mi | |
| VISIBILITY | 1 | — | — | 53,000 mi | |
| VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY | 1 | — | — | 32,000 mi |
Recalls for 2018 Subaru Crosstrek
10 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~3,415,235 vehicles.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Other Subaru Crosstrek Years
Wider context: See the full Subaru Crosstrek reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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