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#BS-2018-SUBCRO-68CB2018 Subaru Crosstrek
Based on reports from 247 owners and 5 recalls for this exact model.
Preliminary Verdict
Think Twice
Based on 247 complaints, 16 crashes, 1 fires, and 5 recalls.
Top reported problems
radio doesnt work
8 complaints • Severity 9/10
rear end slides easily
5 complaints • Severity 10/10
cracked windshield
5 complaints • Severity 4.8/10
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
65 owners reported visibility issues — failures commonly reported around 18K miles.
Failure Timeline by Mileage
Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (105 reports) • Median: 18K miles
30,000-Mile Cost Projection
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Most Likely
Worst Case
Top cost driver: Visibility (65 reports).
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Owner Intelligence
AI-synthesized themes from real complaints
Buyer Lot Checklist
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Where the complaints fall
2018 Subaru Crosstrek: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Visibility Issues
Visibility complaints account for 26% of all reports filed for the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, with 65 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 18,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 18K-mile mark.
Engine Issues
Engine complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, with 31 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Electrical Issues
Electrical complaints account for 12% of all reports filed for the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, with 29 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Drivetrain Issues
Drivetrain complaints account for 6% of all reports filed for the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, with 14 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.
Complaint trend by year
Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek. Recent trend: decreasing.
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Repair costs • Negotiation scripts • Mechanic checklist • Buy/skip verdict
Recall History (5 recalls)
SERVICE BRAKES
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
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.
SUSPENSION:REAR
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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.
Recall severity analysis & seller scripts
The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
The worst model year for the Subaru Crosstrek is the 2019 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is accessories - interior.
2018 Subaru Crosstrek vs. Class Average (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD)
This vehicle
247
Class avg
262
Complaint volume is roughly in line with other small sport utility vehicle 4wd vehicles from 2018.
Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.
About this data
NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 247 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 5 recalls found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.
Other Subaru Crosstrek Model Years
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