Brake Foundation Components problems of the 1998 Subaru Forester

Four problems related to brake foundation components have been reported for the 1998 Subaru Forester. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 07/07/1999

Vibration in steering wheel, dealer resurfaced 2 front rotors, also 2 rear drums and brake shoes were sandglazed.

2 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 05/14/1999

Brakes failed causing loss of control and collision with rocks, bushes and trees. Mjs.

3 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 07/01/1998

The braking system malfunction, causing extended stopping distance. Once had no braking ability at all which almost caused an accident. Dealer never replaced any parts, just removed a pebble from the brake pads. Please provide further information.

4 Brake Foundation Components problem

When applying the brakes on dry pavement the pedal traveled to the floor, causing total brake failure which resulted in a collision. Please give any further details.


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