Worst 2018 Subaru Wrx Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Steering Defects
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Subaru Wrx.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 11 | — | — | 21,909 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 10 | 2 | — | 25,413 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 7 | 5 | — | 12,009 mi | |
| Fuel System | 6 | — | — | 25,875 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | — | 1 | 14,454 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | 1 | — | — |
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Recalls for 2018 Subaru Wrx
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~235,902 vehicles.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2021 WRX vehicles. The backup light switch may corrode and become inoperative, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is in reverse.
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.
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2018 Subaru Wrx — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Subaru Wrx reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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