2018 Subaru WRX: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker WRX years.
44 owner complaints, most about engine. 2 recalls.
Should I buy a 2018 WRX?The 2018 Subaru WRX has 44 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and electrical system.
Safety record for the 2018 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2018 Subaru WRX vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other WRX years only. How we score it
Is 2018 a good year for the WRX?
Across the 16 WRX model years we track, complaint volume runs from 2 (2010) to 68 (2008). With 44 complaints, the 2018 WRX sits above the model's median of 25.
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.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2018 WRX
fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Campaign 21V587000Subaru 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.
exterior lighting:back up lights:switch
Campaign 22V522000Subaru 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.
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is highly dependent on generation and owner expectations.
Owner insights cover all generations of the WRX. See the full WRX owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used WRX listings typically run $18,349–$28,400.
Other WRX model years
Compare every WRX year side by side to see how 2018 ranks against the rest.
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