2018 Subaru Forester: Price, Value & Reliability
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As of Oct 25, 2026, a used 2018 Subaru Forester lists for a median $16,405 at 94,738 mi, across 1,499 dealer listings. That's 58.6% below today's median new Forester price. Reliability: avoid in our NHTSA complaint analysis. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns covering the 2018.
2018 Forester reliability and recalls
Verdict: Avoid — compared with the Forester's other model years on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints. 2018 Forester problems by component →
| Component | Campaign | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system | 21V587000 | Jul 29, 2021 |
| Air bags | 19V701000 | Oct 3, 2019 |
| Equipment | 18V455000 | Jul 10, 2018 |
Check whether a specific car's recalls were completed by running its VIN.
2018 Forester value vs new
At 8 years old, the 2018 lists 58.6% below today's median new Forester price of $39,595 (2026).
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2018 Subaru Forester FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Forester worth?
The median asking price is $16,405, at a median 94,738 mi (1,499 listings).
Is the 2018 Forester reliable?
No — the 2018 is on our years-to-avoid list for the Forester, based on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints against the model's other years.
Does the 2018 Forester have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns that cover the 2018 Forester, most recently fuel system (Jul 29, 2021). Check a specific car by VIN to see whether they were completed.