2018 Subaru Outback Electrical Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are electrical problems on the 2018 Subaru Outback?
267 owners have reported electrical problems on the 2018 Subaru Outback, 33% of all complaints for this year and the 2nd most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 9,000–30,000 miles. 1 recall covers this area.
267 complaints 33% of all 2018 complaints 17,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (136 of 267). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Electrical complaints by the year the problem happened.
Electrical complaints by Outback year
Related recalls
Fuel warning light may not illuminate
Can stallA software error can stop the low fuel warning light from coming on at the right time, and the miles-to-empty display may show driving range even when the tank is empty. You could run out of fuel without warning, which can stall the car and raise the risk of a crash.
Fix: The dealer will reprogram the instrument panel software free of charge.
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Other 2018 Subaru Outback problems
Common questions
What are common 2018 Subaru Outback electrical problems?
Complaints most often name the fuel gauge, instrument cluster / panel and speedometer / odometer.
At what mileage do 2018 Subaru Outback electrical problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 9,000–30,000 miles. The middle value is about 17,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2018 Subaru Outback electrical problems?
Yes: 18V773000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which Outback year has the most electrical complaints?
The 2017 Outback, with 391 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.