Model year
2018 Subaru Crosstrek
NHTSA lists 5 recalls and 195 complaints for the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are VISIBILITY/WIPER (64), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (41), ENGINE (32). NHTSA rated the SW AWD 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 25–29 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,300–$2,700, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2013 26 complaints
- 2014 16 complaints
- 2015 17 complaints
- 2016 132 complaints
- 2017 94 complaints
- 2018 195 complaints
- 2019 285 complaints
- 2020 69 complaints
- 2021 115 complaints
- 2022 31 complaints
- 2023 35 complaints
- 2024 120 complaints
- 2025 45 complaints
- 2026 9 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Recalls
21V264000 · Apr 15, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION; ENGINE…
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.
21V263000 · Apr 15, 2021
SUSPENSION:REAR
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.
19V743000 · Oct 18, 2019
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
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.
19V744000 · Oct 17, 2019
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
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…
17V701000 · Nov 7, 2017
SERVICE BRAKES; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
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.
Complaints
195 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 10, fire flag on 1, injury field 1, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
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Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SW AWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.156 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosstrek AWD · 2L · Manual 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 | 29 | 25 | — | — | $2,700 |
| Crosstrek AWD · 2L · Automatic (AV-S7) · All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 | 33 | 29 | — | — | $2,300 |
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