Table 1 shows five common electrical system related problems of the 1998 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the fuses and circuit breaker (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the underhood wiring (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Fuses And Circuit Breaker problems | |
| Underhood Wiring problems | |
| Electrical System problems | |
| Wiring problems | |
| Battery problems |
During normal operation of vehicle air bag light on dash board lit up, and horn no longer was functional. Dealership examined vehicle, and informed consumer is would cost $1,000. 00 to correct the problem. Please provide any additional information/attachments. Read details...
Car began smoking under the hood-no indication from dashboard that perhaps the car was overheating. When the car was ultimately turned off at the home of the owner, the engine under the hood ignited, flames engulfed under the hood. Read details...
My 1998 Subaru Forester hesitates on acceleration in the low rpm range. Once over about 3000 rpm, it runs fine. According to a technical service bulletin released by Subaru in Jan 1999, #11-53-98, this is caused by the engine control module incorrectly interpreting vibrations in the engine as Read details...