2018 Subaru Outback recalls

There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 2018 Subaru Outback, covering 475,806 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

All recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pumpReported July 29, 2021 · 175,968 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Subaru 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.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.

Recall number 21V587000 · Recall details

Visibility: rearview mirrors/devicesReported December 31, 2018 · 71,190 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Legacy, Outback, and BRZ vehicles. In the affected vehicles, a software issue may cause the audio display system to not initialize, resulting in the camera display remaining blank. If this occurs, the rearview image will not display while backing up the vehicle. As a result, the vehicles fail to comply with requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Risk: Failure to display the rearview image while backing up increases the risk of crash.
Remedy: Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the audio system display software, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTZ-85.

Recall number 18V935000 · Recall details

Electrical system: softwareReported November 1, 2018 · 228,648 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles. Due to a software error, the low fuel warning light may not illuminate at the intended remaining fuel level and the miles-to-empty display may incorrectly indicate a positive number despite the tank being empty.
Risk: The inaccurate fuel display may cause a driver to unexpectedly run out of fuel and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the combination meter software, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1‑844‑373‑6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTW-82.

Recall number 18V773000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2018 Subaru Outback recalls

How do I check if my 2018 Subaru Outback has an open recall?

Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.

Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 2018 Subaru Outback have?

3, covering fuel system, gasoline, visibility and electrical system.

VIN decoder

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Buying a used 2018 Subaru Outback?

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.

Check its history