2018 Subaru Wrx Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2018 Subaru Wrx.

20172019
Complaints
61
Crashes
13
Fires
1
Injuries
6
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2018 Subaru Wrx Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#111 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:21,909 mi
#210 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:25,413 mi
Crash-related:2
#37 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:12,009 mi
Crash-related:5
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Subaru Wrx.

Engine Problems
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
21,909
Electrical Faults
10
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
25,413
Steering Defects
7
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
12,009
Fuel System
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
25,875
Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
14,454
Wipers & Visibility
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2018 Subaru Wrx

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~235,902 vehicles.

22V522000Exterior Lighting:back Up Lights:switch
~59,934 affected

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.

21V587000Fuel Pump
~175,968 affected

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.

Is the 2018 Subaru Wrx reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2018 Subaru Wrx has 61 NHTSA complaints, 13 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2018 Subaru Wrx?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (11 complaints, avg 21,909 mi); Electrical Faults (10 complaints, avg 25,413 mi); Steering Defects (7 complaints, avg 12,009 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 Subaru Wrx?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 20,529 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2018 Subaru Wrx?
NHTSA complaints for the 2018 Subaru Wrx include 13 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 6 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2018 Subaru Wrx have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 235,902 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2018 Subaru Wrx?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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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