Power Train Related Problems of the 2001 Subaru Forester

Table 1 shows ten common power train related problems of the 2001 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the clutch (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (six problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2001 Subaru Forester

The Clutch problem

Began as intermittent clutch slipping (judder) when cold or damp. It is now occurring more frequently and I took it back to the dealer this morning. They experienced the problem, knew all about it and the TSB that Subaru had issued and advised they would call me when the parts came in.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

Bought my 2001 Forester used with approximately 64,000 miles on it. After owning it for about 6 months noticed hesitancy when trying to pull out. Slowly started getting worse. Car would sit for about 10 to 15 seconds after being put into drive before engaging and if foot is not on brake, has a   Read details...

The Power Train problem

Driving on highway at 75 mph with cruise control set. Tried to cancel cruise control with stalk, it did not disengage. Tried repeatedly, it did not disengage. Hit the brakes to cancel cruise control, it did not disengage (brakes only slowed car down).   Read details...


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