One problem related to steering rack and pinion has been reported for the 1998 Subaru Forester. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Kazoo noise in front since 31k, became ratchet noise at 52k. Rack and pinion adjustment stopped noise but steering is sloppy and pulls to right sometimes.
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems | |
| Power Steering Hose, Piping, And Connections problems | |
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems |