2018 Subaru Outback: recalls and problems

Exterior Lighting2026-10-20

Was notified by the dealer upon completion of an oil change, on may 20, 2026, that the driver side front daytime led running light was not functioning. the light was not on. i am a faithful user of either turning on my headlights in the absence of drl or using the factory drl on the vehicle. the failure of one drl compromises the safety effect of using drl by 50% and jeopardizes the safety of the driver and othe

Unknown Or Other2026-10-19

The multimedia device/infotainment system (harman-kardon) which controls the radio, navigation maps, back-up camera, etc, is again showing issues with the screen, "delamination," which causes the radio channels to change irradically, causing distraction and confusion when driving. this issue was found and recalled years ago, and this car's original radio was replaced in early 2023 with what seems to be the same exac

Steering,Suspension,Unknown Or Other2026-10-11

Summary of safety defect: the vehicle exhibits severe, premature corrosion and rust perforation of the front subframe (crossmember) assembly. this structural component is deteriorating at an accelerated rate, compromising the vehicle's structural integrity. this was confirmed at a subaru dealership and as a result has failed ny annual inspection. safety risk & hazard assessment: the front subframe is a critical load

Electrical System2026-10-03

The touchscreen has delamination and ghost touching of the apps. i spoke with my dealer and was first told it was covered by subaru to replace, as it was a known issue, but when i took my car to the dealer, i was told i would have to pay around $1,500 to have it repaired/replaced. the ghost touching of the screen is so bad and consistent that it is very distracting while driving. it makes a beep sound for every gho