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2018 Subaru Impreza 5-Door

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

4

3 current

Combined

7.5L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$1,889

16,249 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs are almost always free. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number. Transport Canada’s own wording is that a manufacturer “will almost always make these repairs free of charge”, so being asked to pay for recall work is unusual and worth questioning. Since 2018 the Minister of Transport can order a company to pay for repairs so owners do not bear the cost.

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2022538 · manufacturer campaign WRG-22

23 September 2022

Transport Canada lists: Impreza 2017–2019

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the side reflex reflectors in the headlamp assemblies may not reflect enough light at some viewing angles. Additionally, the low beam reflector in the left headlamp may not reflect light correctly. As a result, the reflectors may not meet the requirements of Canadian regulations. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with halogen headlamps.

Why it matters

Reflex reflectors that do not reflect enough light may make the vehicle less visible to other road users. A low beam that is not reflected correctly could cause glare for oncoming drivers. Both issues could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Subaru will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.

14,969 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2021228 · manufacturer campaign WRE-21

15 April 2021

Transport Canada lists: Crosstrek 2018–2019 · Impreza 2017–2019

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the engine control module (ECM) may have been programmed incorrectly. As a result, the internal temperature of the ignition coils may increase. This could cause a short circuit and a blown fuse. This may result in a sudden loss of engine power with an inability to immediately restart. Note: This recall replaces WUQ-02 (Transport Canada recall 2019-526). Vehicles that were repaired under that recall also require this repair.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Subaru will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to reprogram the ECM if necessary, and replace the ignition coils. On vehicles with ignition coil damage, if a certain trouble code (DTC) is stored, the front exhaust pipe will also be replaced.

52,863 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2019525 · manufacturer campaign WUP-01

17 October 2019

Transport Canada lists: Crosstrek 2018 · Impreza 2017–2018

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve could fail. If you continue to operate the vehicle after this happens, pieces of the PCV valve may enter the engine and cause an engine failure.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Subaru will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the PCV valve. Additionally, the replaced PCV valve will be inspected. If the valve is found to have separated, the separator cover and oil pan will be removed. If the separated parts are not located, the engine short block assembly will be replaced.

23,255 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr
1 replaced by later campaigns

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2019526 · manufacturer campaign WUQ-02

17 October 2019

Replaced: This recall has been replaced by a later campaign. Check the newer one — the repair may have changed.

Transport Canada lists: Crosstrek 2018–2019 · Impreza 2017–2019

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the engine control unit (ECU) may have been programmed incorrectly. As a result, the internal temperature of the ignition coils may increase. This could cause a short circuit and a blown fuse. This may result in a sudden loss of engine power with an inability to restart.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Subaru will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to reprogram the ECU and inspect the ignition coils. If ignition coil damage is found, the ignition coil will be replaced. On vehicles with ignition coil damage, if a certain trouble code (DTC) is stored, the front exhaust pipe will also be replaced.

52,707 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSuperseded

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Station wagon: Small
In its class
More efficient than 73% of 41 2018 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
176 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2018 Subaru Impreza 5-Door have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 4 recalls on record for the 2018 Subaru Impreza 5-Door, of which 3 are current and 1 has been replaced by later campaigns. Recall repairs are almost always free at a manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2018 Subaru Impreza 5-Door get?
NRCan rates the 2018 Subaru Impreza 5-Door at 7.5 L/100 km combined, emitting 176 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 2 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2018 Subaru Impreza 5-Door for a year?
At 16,249 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $1,889 in fuel, producing roughly 2,815 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 6 August 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. These are average residential rates. A car’s charging is added on top of what your home already uses, so on a tiered, time-of-use or subsidised tariff it is billed at your top rate rather than this average — which makes the real cost higher, especially in the territories. Enter your own rate for an accurate figure. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.