NHTSA Complaint #11718606 — 2018 SUBARU WRX

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11718606
Vehicle	2018 SUBARU WRX
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	January 5, 2026
Date Filed	February 17, 2026
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

2/17/2026 Mileage 96,000 Subaru case number Case # 260217-2101937 Vehicle intermittently indicates reverse gear while driving forward at speed. Backup camera activates and reverse lights illuminate while in forward motion. This condition matches NHTSA Recall 22V-522000. The recall repair was previously performed but the safety defect persists. Manufacturer was contacted and declined further repair despite active safety condition.

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