Does the 2018 Subaru Impreza have recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2018 Subaru Impreza, including Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump; Electrical System › Software; Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Crankcase (Pcv). Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2018 Subaru Impreza problems?

Owners filed 152 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are exterior lighting (64), visibility/wiper (34), electrical system (12), engine (11).

How much does a 2018 Subaru Impreza cost to own for 5 years?

About $35,672 over 5 years ($595/month) at an estimated $9,000 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2018 Subaru Impreza

The 2018 Subaru Impreza earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 67/100. Expect about $35,672 to own it for five years, or $595 a month. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 152 complaints.

Recalls: 5
Complaints: 152
5-yr cost: $36k
MPG (EPA): 32

Fair

Ownership Score

2018 Subaru Impreza vs nearby years

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5 recalls may apply

For the 2018 Subaru Impreza. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: 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.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.

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5-year cost to own

Estimated $9,000 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$35,672

$595/month · $0.59/mile

Depreciation	$2,326
Insurance (national avg.)	$12,000
Fuel / charging	$6,280
Maintenance	$7,000
Repairs	$4,000
Loan interest	$2,526
Taxes & fees	$1,540

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Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

152 complaints5 involved a crash1 involved a fire

Exterior Lighting64
Visibility/Wiper34
Unknown Or Other25
Electrical System12
Engine11
Structure6

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
Frontal: 5 out of 5 stars
Side: 5 out of 5 stars
Rollover: 5 out of 5 stars

Rated as: 2018 Subaru Impreza SW AWD

What to check on a used 2018 Subaru Impreza

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.
Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
Body and structure
- Look for uneven gaps, mismatched paint or rust underneath.
- Check that every door, the hood and the trunk latch properly.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

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FAQ

Is the 2018 Subaru Impreza a good car to buy?: The 2018 Subaru Impreza earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 67/100. Expect about $35,672 to own it for five years, or $595 a month. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 152 complaints.
Does the 2018 Subaru Impreza have recalls?: NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2018 Subaru Impreza, including Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump; Electrical System › Software; Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Crankcase (Pcv). Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2018 Subaru Impreza problems?: Owners filed 152 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are exterior lighting (64), visibility/wiper (34), electrical system (12), engine (11).
How much does a 2018 Subaru Impreza cost to own for 5 years?: About $35,672 over 5 years ($595/month) at an estimated $9,000 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.