Two problems related to car accelerates on its own have been reported for the 2002 Subaru Forester. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Subaru Forester based on all problems reported for the 2002 Forester.
Vehicle was standing with motor running in drive and I had the foot on the brake when the car started slowly moving forward. When I pushed the brake further, the car incurred a sudden acceleration forward and hit another vehicle. I just could do nothing to stop it. Subaru of America did not admit there is a malfunction and asked to take the car to the dealer to confirm such failure. However I am reluctant to do so, since the dealer would not represent my interests as well. I do not drive the car anymore as it is unsafe to do so and I do not know how should I proceed. Any advice? please tell me how were the other complains of these type resolved. I have seen similar complains against Forester 2001 and 2000. Thank you.
Myself, as well as many others, have a problem with our Subaru vehicle hesitating upon pressing the accelerator, for as much as 2-3 seconds, followed by sudden acceleration. This happens in drive as well as reverse. Subaru acknowledges the problem (really depends on who you talk to at any dealership) but says that it is normal and there is no fix. When and if a reply is sent, I will forward a copy of the letters sent to Subaru. Thank you for your time.
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