2018 SUBARU WRX STI
0 recalls, 2 complaints - 183 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
1 crashes 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
AIR BAGS
Nov 5, 2019
Incident date: Aug 5, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2018 SUBARU WRX STI. WHILE THE CONTACT'S SON WAS DRIVING 5-10 MPH, A 2009 CHEVROLET HHR T-BONED HIS VEHICLE AND PUSHED IT 60 FEET. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED HEAD INJURIES AND THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED NECK INJURIES. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS... Read more
Crash
2 injured
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jun 13, 2018
Incident date: Jun 13, 2018
THIS IS AN ISSUE REGARDING THE HEADLIGHT HOUSING. FOR UNKNOWN REASONS PART OF IT SEEMS TO BE MELTING FROM THE INSIDE. THIS TO ME CAN BE A SAFETY OR EVEN FIRE HAZARD.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 SUBARU WRX STI
183 manufacturer communications from 68 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 53 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 38 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 9 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 8 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 6 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 5 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 5 |
WRE-22R
Jan 5, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22R
Jan 5, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22R
Jan 5, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
SubaruNet Announ
Jan 4, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective backup lamp switch.
SubaruNet Announ
Jan 4, 2024
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective backup lamp switch.
07-207-22R
Nov 27, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and model years beyond the original three (3) years or thirty six t
07-207-22R
Nov 27, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and model years beyond the original three (3) years or thirty six t
WRE-22R
Nov 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22R
Nov 10, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22R
Nov 10, 2023
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
01-168-09R
Aug 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
01-168-09R
Aug 1, 2023
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
01-168-09R
Aug 1, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
07-207-22R
Jul 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and model years beyond the original three (3) years or thirty six t
07-207-22R
Jul 31, 2023
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and model years beyond the original three (3) years or thirty six t
15-285-21R
Jul 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
15-285-21R
Jul 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
15-285-21R
Jul 13, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
15-285-21R
Jul 13, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
12-249-23R
Jul 11, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces the recommended cleaning procedures to followed when encountering vehicles with long time exposure to pollen on painted surfaces on vehicles imported from Japan. This bulletin does not apply to SIA built vehicles.
15-285-21R
Mar 23, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
15-285-21R
Mar 23, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
15-285-21R
Mar 23, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
07-207-22R
Feb 3, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru Battery Drain Product Liability Litigation.
07-207-22R
Feb 3, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru Battery Drain Product Liability Litigation.
07-207-22R
Jan 5, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru Battery Drain Product Liability Litigation.
07-207-22R
Nov 18, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and model years beyond the original three (3) years or thirty six t
07-207-22R
Nov 18, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and model years beyond the original three (3) years or thirty six t
WRE-22R
Oct 18, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22R
Oct 18, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22R
Oct 18, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22
Sep 2, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22
Sep 2, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
WRE-22
Sep 2, 2022
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective back-up lamp switch.
01-167-08R
Aug 23, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
15-302-22
Aug 23, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
15-302-22
Aug 23, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
Subaru Tech Tips
Aug 12, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special Edition, 2012 current model subaru evaporative diagnostics and smoke testing.
SubaruNet Announ
Jul 25, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective backup lamp switch.
SubaruNet Announ
Jul 25, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2015-2021 model year WRX STI vehicles, which may contain a defective backup lamp switch.
12-203-16R
May 18, 2022
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
18-220-22
Apr 6, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
15-192-22R
Mar 18, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during diagnosis and repair of the Infotainment concerns. (Applicable to all models with Harman or Denso CP1 Infotainment).
05-79-20R
Sep 29, 2021
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin announces a change made to the wheel lug nuts.
12-203-16R
Aug 4, 2021
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
12-203-16R
Aug 4, 2021
220000 SEATS
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
15-208-17R
Jul 30, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed equipped with F10 7a?? Navigation and 7a?? Display Audio head units.
15-208-17R
Jul 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed equipped with F10 7a?? Navigation and 7a?? Display Audio head units.
18-212-21
Jul 29, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
01-167-08R
Jun 17, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
01-167-08R
Jun 17, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
09-51-08R
Jun 7, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin is to advise of SOAa??s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
09-51-08R
Jun 7, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin is to advise of SOAa??s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
15-208-17R
Jun 2, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7a?? Navigation and 7a?? Display Audio head units.
15-279-21R
May 27, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) will be offering all active Gen1 STARLINK subscribers a complimentary Data Communication Module (DCM) update at any Subaru retailer for a predetermined period ending in February 2022. (Manual Transmission Vehic
15-208-17R
May 21, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed equipped with F10 7a?? Navigation and 7a?? Display Audio head units.
15-208-17R
May 21, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed equipped with F10 7a?? Navigation and 7a?? Display Audio head units.
18-210-21
May 13, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
05-84-21
Feb 26, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces availability of new front wheel hub assemblies incorporating bearing surfaces having increased resistance to imperfections resulting from shock loads.
11-201-21
Feb 4, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM). The new files will address DTC P0116 and hard starting in cold temperature concerns when an accessory engine block heater is utilized.
11-201-21
Feb 4, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM). The new files will address DTC P0116 and hard starting in cold temperature concerns when an accessory engine block heater is utilized.
14-22-16R
Feb 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool.
12-203-16R
Jan 12, 2021
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
12-203-16R
Jan 12, 2021
220000 SEATS
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
01-168-09R
Jan 4, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.
01-168-09R
Jan 4, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.
12-203-16R
Dec 15, 2020
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
12-203-16R
Dec 15, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
12-203-16R
Dec 15, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
05-79-20
Dec 15, 2020
200000 WHEELS
This Service Information Bulletin announces a change made to the wheel lug nuts.
12-305-20
Dec 7, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin announces a design change made to the front hood air intake duct.
12-305-20
Dec 7, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
This bulletin announces a design change made to the front hood air intake duct.
4-26-20
Dec 3, 2020
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
This bulletin describes a design change to the replacement hydraulic-type steering gearbox assembly.
4-26-20
Dec 3, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin describes a design change to the replacement hydraulic-type steering gearbox assembly.
05-81-20
Nov 10, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
This bulletin announces design changes made to certain rear shock absorbers used on the models listed.
15-208-17R
Nov 9, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7? Navigation and 7? Display Audio head units. When the user plays a pre-recorded C
10-19-20
Oct 29, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
12-301-20
Oct 20, 2020
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
This bulletin outlines changes made to the rear shelf trim to address customer concerns of a rattling sound heard while driving over bumpy / rough roads.
12-301-20
Oct 20, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin outlines changes made to the rear shelf trim to address customer concerns of a rattling sound heard while driving over bumpy / rough roads.
18-201-20
Oct 2, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a desription of current changes to service manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
18-200-20
Sep 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides a description of current changes to Service Manuals.
14-22-16R
Aug 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
15-195-16R
Jul 14, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information bulletin provides IMPORTANT information regarding diagnosis and replacement (when applicable) of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DMC).
06-76-20
May 26, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This service Information bulletin provides precautions to follow when servicing the Brembo brake calipers utilized on the models listed. Because of their aluminum construction, it is critcal to take extra care when servicing.
15-208-17R
May 4, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service information bulletin announces availability of an enhancenment to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed equipped with F10 7" Navigation and 7" display audio head units.
15-208-17R
May 4, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This service information bulletin announces availability of an enhancenment to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed equipped with F10 7" Navigation and 7" display audio head units.
15-195-16R
Apr 30, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service information bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement (when applicable) of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM). All models with STARLINK Telematics System.
15-195-16R
Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service information bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement (when applicable) of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM). All models with STARLINK Telematics System.
01-181-20
Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
17-17-13R
Mar 19, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
17-17-13R
Mar 19, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
This bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
17-17-13R
Mar 19, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
18-199-20
Mar 4, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
18-199-20
Mar 4, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
18-199-20
Mar 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
15-214-17R
Feb 12, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
15-214-17R
Feb 12, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
07-152-19R
Jan 31, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies.
07-152-19R
Jan 31, 2020
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies.
07-152-19R
Jan 31, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies.
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SUBARU WRX STI - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SUBARU WRX STI across all model years (2008, 2014).
14
Total Recalls
27
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths