Table 1 shows five common exterior lighting related problems of the 2001 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the headlights (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the tail light (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Headlights problems | |
| Tail Light problems | |
| Turn Signal problems | |
| High/low Beam Switch problems | |
| Turn Signal Switch problems |
Headlight lenses are too clouded over to use safely. Regular exterior maintenance (washing, waxing where indicated) has never made a difference materials used were sub-standard & did not even outlive outlive the original mfr. Warranty. Read details...
While driving 35 mph applied brakes, and vehicle slowed down to 25 mph. Then, brakes locked up. Pedal felt soft. Dealer found no problem with the brakes. Left rear tail light bulb burned and was replaced. Read details...
When turning the turn signals on, the headlights go off. This happens frequently, suddenly plunging you into darkness. The headlight covers are made of inferior plastic that clouds over with age, making it impossible to see at night. Read details...