NHTSA safety recalls
2018 Subaru Crosstrek Recalls
NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek — 2 of them relate to electrical system. Recalls are published by year, make and model rather than per-VIN, so check your exact vehicle at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at any franchised dealer, whatever the age of the car or who owns it now.
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These campaigns cover the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek as a model line. Decode your VIN to see the build details for your specific car, then confirm the recalls against it at NHTSA.
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21V263000Suspension · Rear
Missing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
The riskMissing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix — freeSubaru 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.
What was foundSubaru 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.
21V263000 at NHTSA21V264000Electrical System · Software
A short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The riskA short circuit in the ignition coils may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix — freeSubaru 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.
What was foundSubaru 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.
21V264000 at NHTSA19V743000Electrical System · Software
If a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The riskIf a short circuit occurs while driving, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix — freeSubaru 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.
What was foundSubaru 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.
19V743000 at NHTSA19V744000Engine And Engine Cooling · Exhaust System · Emission Control · Crankcase (pcv)
An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
The riskAn unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix — freeSubaru 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.
What was foundSubaru 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.
19V744000 at NHTSA17V701000Service Brakes
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.
The riskIf the floor mat moves out of position and interferes with the accelerator or brake pedal operation, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix — freeSubaru 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.
What was foundSubaru 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.
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Campaign data is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is refreshed daily. Check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov — their lookup can confirm applicability and repair status for a specific vehicle; this page lists model-level campaigns.
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