- Worst Model Year:
- 2002
- Worst Complaint:
- blown head gasket
Here are the Subaru Foresters that have the most problems reported over the last 14 years.
The 2001 Subaru Forester has the most complaints, & the most-reported problem is with the 1999 Forester for coolant leak, blown head gasket.
Worst Reported Problems with the Forester
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#1: blown head gasket on the 2002 Forester
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#2: automatic transmission failed on the 1999 Forester
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#3: coolant leak, blown head gasket on the 1999 Forester
Latest Owner Complaints About the Forester
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loud air noise from rubber seal in window -- 2003 Forester:
I just want to get the window seal on the lower part of the drivers window and the passenger window to alliviate this problem. The air noise is very loud especially on the drivers window. Otherwise, everything is fine and I really like the vehicle. Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 2003 Forester owners.
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window makes clunking noise -- 2011 Forester:
Drivers front window makes a clunking noise when rolling down when partially open. It doesn't make the noise when rolling down when completely closed. I have taken it to the dealership to have it looked at 4 times & it's still not fixed. 1st time Service Dept. stated they could not duplicate ... Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 2011 Forester owners.
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check engine light, traction control light coming on and cru -- 2011 Forester:
i had had my car for a month when the check engine light and traction control light went on and the cruise control went out. It was fixed the next day under warranty. The same thing happened one week later. It has now been in the shop for a week waiting for a Subaru gut with a laptop to apply ... Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 2011 Forester owners.
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rack and pinion is leaking -- 2001 Forester:
AWD, Automatic, 145,000 miles. 12/16/2011. Really like the car. Normal driving. Severe service, It has done a lot for me, but it is expensive to maintain. Bought used 02/2008 58,000 miles. Since then to now, 12/16/2011, passenger front CV axle assembly replaced twice. Boot split. $500 p&L. ... Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 2001 Forester owners.
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coolant leak from engine block -- 2010 Forester:
Coolant was leaking from the engine block due to a loose bolt. Car was brand new and only two weeks old. Subaru refused to replace the car - said they would fix. I had to be towed and had rental cars for 8 days. When they towed my car on the first day the rear bumper was damaged while in their ... Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 2010 Forester owners.