Common problems with the Subaru Forester
Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Subaru Forester, for which Subaru has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.
If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Subaru Forester. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.
The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Subaru Forester have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.
Latest Forester’s Issues in the EU
An electrical connection that is part of the occupant detection system may become loose or unstable. As a result, the system … .
Due to improper Engine Control Module (ECM) programming, the ignition coil may be energized longer than designed after the engine is … .
The brake light switch may be defective. This can cause the brake lights to fail, increasing the risk of an accident. … .
If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.
Latest Forester’s Issues in the UK
- SUBARU FORESTER (2016 – 2019) – ENGINE STALL AND RESTART FAILUREon 15. 11. 2020
SUBARU FORESTER (20/09/2016 – 01/10/2019) RECALL: Problem description: Due to improper ECM programming, under certain circumstances, the ignition coil may be […]
- SUBARU FORESTER (2010 – 2016) – THE BRAKE LIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE PROPERLYon 07. 04. 2019
SUBARU FORESTER (22/06/2010 – 22/09/2016) RECALL: Silicone gas may seep into stop light switch housing and lead to a conduction failure. The post SUBARU […]
- SUBARU FORESTER (2013 – 2014) – ENGINE VALVE SPRING MAY FRACTUREon 01. 03. 2019
SUBARU FORESTER (01/01/2013 – 31/12/2014) RECALL: The load may exceed the valve spring´s fatigue strength and the spring may fracture. The post SUBARU […]
