2018 Subaru Outback Wiper and visibility Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are wiper and visibility problems on the 2018 Subaru Outback?
273 owners have reported wiper and visibility problems on the 2018 Subaru Outback, 34% of all complaints for this year and the most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 12,000–36,000 miles. 1 recall covers this area.
273 complaints 34% of all 2018 complaints 24,000 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 (196 of 273). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Wipers and Visibility complaints by the year the problem happened.
Wipers and Visibility complaints by Outback year
Related recalls
Rearview camera may stay blank
Crash riskA software glitch can stop the audio display from starting, leaving the rearview camera image blank when you back up. Without that view, you cannot see what is behind the vehicle, which raises the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the audio system display software at no charge.
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Other 2018 Subaru Outback problems
Common questions
What are common 2018 Subaru Outback wiper and visibility problems?
Complaints most often name the windshield and exterior.
At what mileage do 2018 Subaru Outback wiper and visibility problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 12,000–36,000 miles. The middle value is about 24,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2018 Subaru Outback wiper and visibility problems?
Yes: 18V935000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which Outback year has the most wiper and visibility complaints?
The 2019 Outback, with 387 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.