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2018 Subaru Outback

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

8.5L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,635

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2021466 · manufacturer campaign WRG-21

29 July 2021

Transport Canada lists: Ascent 2019 · BRZ 2018–2019 · Forester 2018 · Impreza 2018–2019 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the low-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, then engine may run rough or may not start and the check engine light may turn on. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while driving.

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 fuel pump.

13,717 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2018750 · manufacturer campaign WTZ-85

31 December 2018

Transport Canada lists: BRZ 2018 · Legacy 2018 · Outback 2018

What is wrong

Certain vehicles equipped with a built-in navigation system may not comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS 111) - Mirrors and Rear Visibility Systems. A software issue could prevent the centre display screen from turning on properly when the vehicle is started. If this occurs, the rearview image may not be displayed when the vehicle is put in reverse, which could reduce a driver’s rear visibility.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reprogram the head unit software.

5,309 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2018607 · manufacturer campaign WTW-82

2 November 2018

Transport Canada lists: Legacy 2018 · Outback 2018

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the low fuel warning light may not turn on at the correct time to warn of a low fuel level. The driving range indicator in the multi-information display may also indicate a remaining distance-to-empty when the fuel tank is empty. While the low fuel warning light will eventually turn on and the fuel gauge will eventually display “E” (empty), if the driver continues to operate the vehicle based on the range indicator, the vehicle may run out of fuel, causing the engine to stall and increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reprogram the combination meter (gauge cluster) software. Note: Until the recall repair is completed, drivers should ensure to refill the fuel tank before the fuel level is close to empty.

14,160 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle: Small
In its class
More efficient than 87% of 180 2018 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
198 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2018 Subaru Outback have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 4 recalls on record for the 2018 Subaru Outback. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2018 Subaru Outback get?
NRCan rates the 2018 Subaru Outback at 8.5 L/100 km combined, emitting 198 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 2 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2018 Subaru Outback for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,635 in fuel, producing roughly 3,927 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 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.