The 2018 Subaru Crosstrek has 193 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are visibility/wiper and electrical system. Owners most often flag underpowered base 2.0l engine: described as weak, sluggish, and struggling with highway merging and passing. owners recommend the 2.5l. frequency: very frequent.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2018 Subaru Crosstrek vehicles (US, public record).
Across the 8 Crosstrek model years we track, complaint volume runs from 25 (2013) to 208 (2024). With 193 complaints, the 2018 Crosstrek sits abovethe model's median of 68.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv)
Campaign 19V744000Subaru 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 separat…
suspension:rear
Campaign 21V263000Subaru 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.
electrical system:software
Campaign 21V264000Subaru 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, causi…
electrical system:software
Campaign 19V743000Subaru 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 …
Mixed to positive sentiment overall, with a strong reputation for practicality, safety, and all-weather capability. The vehicle is widely praised for its standard all-wheel-drive system, excellent ground clearance, and suitability for…
Owner insights cover all generations of the Crosstrek. See the full Crosstrek owner picture and every model year.
Used Crosstrek listings typically run $17,995–$26,567 across 2013 to 2026 model years.
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