2018 Subaru Brz: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Subaru Brz: 2 recalls, 1 owner complaint and up to 27 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #18V935000 · 2018 · 71,190 vehicles
What's 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…
Why it matters: Failure to display the rearview image while backing up increases the risk of crash.
The fix: Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the audio system display software, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2019.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #21V587000 · 2021 · 175,968 vehicles
What's 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.
Why it matters: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2018 Subaru Brz has 1 owner complaints, ranking #9 of 11 Brz model years for complaints (well below the 9 average). Neighboring years: 2017 (7 complaints, 0 recalls), 2019 (1 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 24 | 33 | 27 | Premium |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Subaru Brz have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2018 Subaru Brz. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Subaru Brz problems?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (1).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Subaru Brz get?
EPA ratings run up to 27 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S6)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 Subaru Brz repair manual?
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