There have been 32 safety recalls for the Subaru Forester. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Subaru Forester.
an inoperative inhibitor switch may prevent the reverse lights from illuminating and the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2022 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Legacy, 2022 Subaru Legacy, 2023 Subaru Legacy, 2021 Subaru Outback, 2022 Subaru Outback, 2023 Subaru Outback |
| Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH |
| Recall Summary: subaru of america, inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 crosstrek, 2022 forester, 2021-2023 legacy, and outback vehicles. an insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a broken driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power while driving or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake engaged. either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2024 Subaru Crosstrek, 2023 Subaru Forester, 2024 Subaru Forester, 2024 Subaru Impreza, 2023 Subaru WRX |
| Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT |
| Recall Summary: subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2024 crosstrek, impreza, 2023-2024 forester, and 2023 wrx vehicles. the front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2019 Subaru Ascent, 2020 Subaru Ascent, 2018 Subaru BRZ, 2019 Subaru BRZ, 2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Impreza, 2019 Subaru Impreza, 2020 Subaru Impreza, 2018 Subaru Legacy, 2019 Subaru Legacy, 2020 Subaru Legacy, 2018 Subaru Outback, 2019 Subaru Outback, 2020 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru WRX, 2019 Subaru WRX, 2018 Toyota 86, 2019 Toyota 86 |
| Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP |
| Recall Summary: subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 ascent, 2018 forester, 2018-2020 impreza, legacy, outback, 2018-2019 brz, wrx, and toyota 86 vehicles. the low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
missing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Subaru Forester |
| Component: SUSPENSION:REAR |
| Recall Summary: subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 subaru crosstrek, 2019 crosstrek hybrid, and 2019 forester vehicles. the rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2005 SAAB 9-2x, 2006 SAAB 9-2x, 2003 Subaru Baja, 2004 Subaru Baja, 2005 Subaru Baja, 2006 Subaru Baja, 2009 Subaru Forester, 2010 Subaru Forester, 2011 Subaru Forester, 2012 Subaru Forester, 2013 Subaru Forester, 2004 Subaru Impreza, 2005 Subaru Impreza, 2006 Subaru Impreza, 2007 Subaru Impreza, 2008 Subaru Impreza, 2009 Subaru Impreza, 2010 Subaru Impreza, 2011 Subaru Impreza, 2003 Subaru Legacy, 2004 Subaru Legacy, 2005 Subaru Legacy, 2006 Subaru Legacy, 2007 Subaru Legacy, 2008 Subaru Legacy, 2009 Subaru Legacy, 2010 Subaru Legacy, 2011 Subaru Legacy, 2012 Subaru Legacy, 2013 Subaru Legacy, 2014 Subaru Legacy, 2003 Subaru Outback, 2004 Subaru Outback, 2005 Subaru Outback, 2006 Subaru Outback, 2007 Subaru Outback, 2008 Subaru Outback, 2009 Subaru Outback, 2010 Subaru Outback, 2011 Subaru Outback, 2012 Subaru Outback, 2013 Subaru Outback, 2014 Subaru Outback, 2004 Subaru WRX, 2005 Subaru WRX, 2006 Subaru WRX, 2007 Subaru WRX, 2008 Subaru WRX, 2009 Subaru WRX, 2010 Subaru WRX, 2011 Subaru WRX, 2012 Subaru WRX, 2013 Subaru WRX, 2014 Subaru WRX |
| Component: AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL |
| Recall Summary: subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 forester, 2003-2006 baja, 2004-2011 impreza, 2004-2014 wrx (including sti), 2003-2014 legacy and outback, and 2005-2006 saab 9-2x vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of alaska, colorado, connecticut, idaho, ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2006 SAAB 9-2x, 2003 Subaru Baja, 2004 Subaru Baja, 2005 Subaru Baja, 2006 Subaru Baja, 2009 Subaru Forester, 2010 Subaru Forester, 2011 Subaru Forester, 2012 Subaru Forester, 2013 Subaru Forester, 2004 Subaru Impreza, 2005 Subaru Impreza, 2006 Subaru Impreza, 2007 Subaru Impreza, 2008 Subaru Impreza, 2009 Subaru Impreza, 2010 Subaru Impreza, 2011 Subaru Impreza, 2003 Subaru Legacy, 2004 Subaru Legacy, 2005 Subaru Legacy, 2006 Subaru Legacy, 2007 Subaru Legacy, 2008 Subaru Legacy, 2009 Subaru Legacy, 2010 Subaru Legacy, 2011 Subaru Legacy, 2012 Subaru Legacy, 2013 Subaru Legacy, 2014 Subaru Legacy, 2003 Subaru Outback, 2004 Subaru Outback, 2005 Subaru Outback, 2006 Subaru Outback, 2007 Subaru Outback, 2008 Subaru Outback, 2009 Subaru Outback, 2010 Subaru Outback, 2011 Subaru Outback, 2012 Subaru Outback, 2013 Subaru Outback, 2014 Subaru Outback, 2004 Subaru WRX, 2005 Subaru WRX, 2006 Subaru WRX, 2007 Subaru WRX, 2008 Subaru WRX, 2009 Subaru WRX, 2010 Subaru WRX, 2011 Subaru WRX, 2012 Subaru WRX, 2013 Subaru WRX, 2014 Subaru WRX |
| Component: AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL |
| Recall Summary: subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 forester, 2003-2006 baja, 2004-2011 impreza, 2004-2014 wrx (including sti), 2003-2014 legacy and outback, and 2006 saab 9-2x vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of arizona, arkansas, delaware, district of ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2005 SAAB 9-2x, 2006 SAAB 9-2x, 2003 Subaru Baja, 2004 Subaru Baja, 2005 Subaru Baja, 2006 Subaru Baja, 2009 Subaru Forester, 2010 Subaru Forester, 2011 Subaru Forester, 2012 Subaru Forester, 2013 Subaru Forester, 2004 Subaru Impreza, 2005 Subaru Impreza, 2006 Subaru Impreza, 2007 Subaru Impreza, 2008 Subaru Impreza, 2009 Subaru Impreza, 2010 Subaru Impreza, 2011 Subaru Impreza, 2003 Subaru Legacy, 2004 Subaru Legacy, 2005 Subaru Legacy, 2006 Subaru Legacy, 2007 Subaru Legacy, 2008 Subaru Legacy, 2009 Subaru Legacy, 2010 Subaru Legacy, 2011 Subaru Legacy, 2012 Subaru Legacy, 2013 Subaru Legacy, 2014 Subaru Legacy, 2003 Subaru Outback, 2004 Subaru Outback, 2005 Subaru Outback, 2006 Subaru Outback, 2007 Subaru Outback, 2008 Subaru Outback, 2009 Subaru Outback, 2010 Subaru Outback, 2011 Subaru Outback, 2012 Subaru Outback, 2013 Subaru Outback, 2014 Subaru Outback, 2004 Subaru WRX, 2005 Subaru WRX, 2006 Subaru WRX, 2007 Subaru WRX, 2008 Subaru WRX, 2009 Subaru WRX, 2010 Subaru WRX, 2011 Subaru WRX, 2012 Subaru WRX, 2013 Subaru WRX, 2014 Subaru WRX |
| Component: AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL |
| Recall Summary: subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 forester, 2003-2006 baja, 2004-2011 impreza, 2004-2014 wrx (sti included), 2003-2014 legacy and outback, and 2005-2006 saab 9-2x vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of alabama, california, florida, georgia, ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
an unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2019 Subaru Ascent, 2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Subaru Forester |
| Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV) |
| Recall Summary: subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2019 crosstrek, forester, and ascent vehicles. the aluminum positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve can separate, allowing engine oil and components of the pcv valve into the combustion chamber, resulting in a loss of power while driving.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
brake lights that do not illuminate properly will not alert other drivers that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2013 Subaru Crosstrek, 2014 Subaru Crosstrek, 2015 Subaru Crosstrek, 2016 Subaru Crosstrek, 2017 Subaru Crosstrek, 2014 Subaru Forester, 2015 Subaru Forester, 2016 Subaru Forester, 2008 Subaru Impreza, 2009 Subaru Impreza, 2010 Subaru Impreza, 2011 Subaru Impreza, 2012 Subaru Impreza, 2013 Subaru Impreza, 2014 Subaru Impreza, 2015 Subaru Impreza, 2016 Subaru Impreza, 2008 Subaru WRX, 2009 Subaru WRX, 2010 Subaru WRX, 2011 Subaru WRX, 2012 Subaru WRX, 2013 Subaru WRX, 2014 Subaru WRX |
| Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
| Recall Summary: subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 forester, 2008-2016 impreza sedans, 2012-2016 impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 wrx sedans (including sti), and 2013-2017 crosstrek vehicles.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
an explosion of an inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the front seat passenger, driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2010 Subaru Forester, 2011 Subaru Forester, 2012 Subaru Forester, 2013 Subaru Forester, 2010 Subaru Impreza, 2011 Subaru Impreza, 2010 Subaru Legacy, 2011 Subaru Legacy, 2012 Subaru Legacy, 2013 Subaru Legacy, 2014 Subaru Legacy, 2010 Subaru Outback, 2011 Subaru Outback, 2012 Subaru Outback, 2013 Subaru Outback, 2014 Subaru Outback, 2010 Subaru Tribeca, 2011 Subaru Tribeca, 2012 Subaru Tribeca, 2013 Subaru Tribeca, 2014 Subaru Tribeca, 2010 Subaru WRX, 2011 Subaru WRX, 2012 Subaru WRX, 2013 Subaru WRX, 2014 Subaru WRX |
| Component: AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL |
| Recall Summary: subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2010-2014 tribeca, wrx, legacy and outback vehicles, 2010-2011 impreza vehicles and 2010-2013 forester vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of alaska, colorado, connecticut, idaho, iowa, maine, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Nov. 9, 2023 | Power Train:driveline:driveshaft | 3,732 |
| Nov. 9, 2023 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:park/neutral Start Interlock Switch | 95,830 |
| Jul. 29, 2021 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump | 165,026 |
| Apr. 15, 2021 | Suspension:rear | 408,271 |
| Jan. 2, 2020 | Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal | 111,562 |
| Jan. 2, 2020 | Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal | 127,547 |
| Jan. 2, 2020 | Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal | 258,813 |
| Dec. 2, 2019 | Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:crankcase (pcv) | 51,613 |
| Feb. 28, 2019 | Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch | 1,303,530 |
| Jan. 9, 2019 | Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal | 452,630 |
| Jan. 9, 2019 | Tbd | 43,394 |
| Jan. 9, 2019 | Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal | 330,120 |
| Jan. 9, 2018 | Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal | 93,209 |
| Jan. 9, 2018 | Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal | 72,150 |
| Jan. 9, 2018 | Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal | 64,179 |
| Jan. 11, 2017 | Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal | 69,529 |
| Jan. 10, 2017 | Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal | 53,480 |
| Oct. 13, 2016 | Electrical System | 100,127 |
| May. 25, 2016 | Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal | 302,127 |
| Mar. 21, 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger | 18,187 |
| Dec. 31, 2014 | Service Brakes | 200,064 |
| Jun. 10, 2014 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 461,338 |
| Apr. 24, 2013 | Equipment | 10,137 |
| Dec. 26, 2012 | Exterior Lighting | 633,842 |
| Mar. 13, 2012 | Seat Belts:rear | 326,014 |
| Sep. 6, 2011 | Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm | 318,215 |
| Sep. 11, 2008 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 16,715 |
| Feb. 12, 2007 | Air Bags:frontal | 7,004 |
| Oct. 1, 2004 | Engine And Engine Cooling | 26 |
| Feb. 20, 2003 | Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly | 326 |
| Oct. 30, 2002 | Power Train:automatic Transmission | 172,564 |
| Mar. 3, 1999 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder | 221,987 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2024 Subaru Forester | 1 |
| 2023 Subaru Forester | 1 |
| 2022 Subaru Forester | 1 |
| 2019 Subaru Forester | 2 |
| 2018 Subaru Forester | 1 |
| 2016 Subaru Forester | 2 |
| 2015 Subaru Forester | 2 |
| 2014 Subaru Forester | 2 |
| 2013 Subaru Forester | 10 |
| 2012 Subaru Forester | 13 |
| 2011 Subaru Forester | 14 |
| 2010 Subaru Forester | 15 |
| 2009 Subaru Forester | 15 |
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 1 |
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 1 |
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2 |
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 1 |
| 2004 Subaru Forester | 2 |
| 2003 Subaru Forester | 3 |
| 2002 Subaru Forester | 1 |
| 1999 Subaru Forester | 1 |
| 1998 Subaru Forester | 1 |