Subaru Forester
NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data
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Recent Complaints
Latest owner reports
The AC compressor needs replaced and I see a lot of complaints on-line about this specific model- 2018 Forester so I am reporting in case it may help...
The CVT parking brake switch has failed. The failure leads to the inability to remove the key from the ignition switch when the vehicle is in park. Th...
The AC compressor/condesor needs replaced and I see a lot of complaints on-line about this specific model- 2018 Forester. My kids and I were on a road...
The defect presents itself when the equipped data communications module (DCM) attempts to communicate with 3G cellular networks. As 3G networks within...
I’ve experienced recurrent failures with my Subaru’s AC system, and it’s become more than just an inconvenience—it’s a real safety concern. In hot wea...
The passenger airbag light in my 2018 Subaru Forester intermittently turns off and on, even when the seat is occupied. The vehicle has never been in a...
On October 3, 2023, I purchased a used 2018 Subaru Forester (VIN: [XXX] ) from Hengxin Auto Group, 210 39th St, Brooklyn, NY 11232, for about $19,500...
Air bag warning light comes on intermittently so passenger air bag system is off.
I was driving on the interstate when car started vibrating and making a terrible sound. Dealership advised both front lower control arm bushings were...
I am the second owner of this vehicle and lately my passenger airbag sometimes doesn’t turn on due to a harness connected to the occupant plate being...
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Summary
The 2018 Subaru Forester has 475 complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is VISIBILITY/WIPER. 25 crash-related incidents have been reported.