Table 1 shows four common electrical system related problems of the 1999 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the ignition switch (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the instrument panel (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Ignition Switch problems | |
| Instrument Panel problems | |
| Electrical System problems | |
| Dash Wiring problems |
Consumer having problems with ignition switch ,and it will be hard for consumer to startvehicle. Dealer notified. Read details...
About 3 years into owning this '99 Forester, the illumination for my gear shifting column between the front seats went out. Cost to repair was prohibitive, so I learned to deal with it. About 2 years ago, the led clock above the mirror went out. Read details...
On 1998 Forester 5-spd, when pulling out on freeways and other roads, as I switch from 3 to 4 or from 4 to 5, engine wants to drop to idle as I try to accelerate. Read details...