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2018 Subaru Crosstrek recalls

NHTSA's September 21, 2026 snapshot lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, spanning 5 component groups. A model match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included.

Official source: NHTSA recall campaign file · Snapshot September 21, 2026

Distinct campaigns5not VIN-specific
Component groups5distinct top-level categories
Latest recordApril 15, 2021report received
VIN resultNot checkeduse official lookup

01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS

2018 Subaru Crosstrek recall campaigns

The 2018 Subaru Crosstrek report contains 5 distinct NHTSA campaigns; the most recently received record is campaign 21V263000 dated April 15, 2021.
CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 21V264000

Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Report received
April 15, 2021
Potential units
466,205campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software, replace the ignition coils and, if necessary, the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 1, 2021. Owners can contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE-21. Note: This recall includes all vehicles previously repaired under Recall 19V743.

Owner notification: June 1, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 21V263000

Component
SUSPENSION
Report received
April 15, 2021
Potential units
408,271campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: Missing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will retorque and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-21.

Owner notification: May 17, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 19V743000

Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report received
October 18, 2019
Potential units
466,205campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECM software and inspect and replace the ignition coil, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, on vehicles with confirmed ignition coil damage and a certain stored diagnostic trouble code (DTC), Subaru will replace the front exhaust pipe, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUQ-02.

Owner notification: December 4, 2019 · Filing manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 19V744000

Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Report received
October 17, 2019
Potential units
205,000campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUP-01.

Owner notification: December 2, 2019 · Filing manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 17V701000

Component
SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Report received
November 7, 2017
Potential units
2,367campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: If the floor mat moves out of position and interferes with the accelerator or brake pedal operation, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the floor mat retention bracket and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTR-77.

Owner notification: November 14, 2017 · Filing manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.

02 / COMPONENT BREADTH

What defects are listed for the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek?

The most frequent component groups in 2018 Subaru Crosstrek campaign records are Electrical System (2), Engine And Engine Cooling (2), Service Brakes (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1), Suspension (1); these counts describe filed campaigns rather than observed failure rates.
Electrical System2
Engine And Engine Cooling2
Service Brakes1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Suspension1

03 / MODEL-YEAR CONTEXT

How the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek compares across model years

RecallRoad publishes 2 model-year reports for the Subaru Crosstrek, spanning 2018–2019; each year keeps its NHTSA campaign count separate.
Open the complete Subaru Crosstrek model history →