NHTSA lists 195 complaints for the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 10 of them mention a crash and 1 mention a fire. 1 complaints mention an injury, with 1 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as SUBARU CROSSTREK.
Model-generated complaint tags
These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.
Failure modes| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| mechanical failure | 52 | 26.7% | 0.62 |
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| structural or corrosion | 45 | 23.1% | 0.50 |
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| electrical electronic | 38 | 19.5% | 0.86 |
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| loss of control | 28 | 14.4% | 0.89 |
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| visibility or lighting | 16 | 8.2% | 0.70 |
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| restraint or airbag | 5 | 2.6% | 0.80 |
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| fire or overheating | 4 | 2.1% | 0.82 |
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| unclear | 4 | 2.1% | 0.66 |
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| noise or comfort | 2 | 1.0% | 0.98 |
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| fluid or fuel leak | 1 | 0.5% | 0.85 |
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Severities| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| moderate | 93 | 47.7% | 0.79 |
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| low | 86 | 44.1% | 0.73 |
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| high | 13 | 6.7% | 0.88 |
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| none | 3 | 1.5% | 0.46 |
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Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 195 tagged complaints of 195 complaints (100.0%).
Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.
Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.
Recalls
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5 recalls.
Date: 2021-04-15. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
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. (excerpt)
Consequence: A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
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 (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2021-04-15. Systems: SUSPENSION.
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.
Consequence: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2019-10-18. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
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. (excerpt)
Consequence: If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
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- (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2019-10-17. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
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.
Consequence: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2017-11-07. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL.
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.
Consequence: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
523 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 252 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 196 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 56 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 54 |
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| ENGINE | 44 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 37 |
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| STRUCTURE | 29 |
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| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 26 |
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11037943
Date: 2026-10-05. Type: Other. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
This announcement provides information on a new software update for the Midtronics Dss and DCA machines.
11037942
Date: 2026-09-28. Type: Other. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN.
This announcement provides information on an enhancement of the TechShare CVT diagnostic assitance application.
11037938
Date: 2026-09-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
"This Bulletin announces additional troubleshooting steps for the following DTCs: DTC C1956: RH Actuator Circuit DTC C1957: LH Actuator Circuit"
11037940
Date: 2026-09-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
This bulletin provides paint code information for 2027 model year vehicles.
11037930
Date: 2026-09-15. Type: Other. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
This announcement provides an update to all 2027 model year Subaru warranty coverages for wear items and adjustments.
11037927
Date: 2026-09-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.
11037929
Date: 2026-09-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.
11036822
Date: 2026-08-31. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of surface rust accumulating in the top center retaining nut area of the front strut mounts. This is an revised version of the original bulletin.
11036804
Date: 2026-08-21. Type: Other. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN.
This Announcement provides diagnostic assistance for CVT issues.
11036814
Date: 2026-08-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR580 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed.