Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problems of the 2004 Subaru Forester

Three problems related to front suspension wheel bearing have been reported for the 2004 Subaru Forester. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Subaru Forester based on all problems reported for the 2004 Forester.

1 Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problem

Failure Date: 05/10/2008

Both rear wheel bearings replaced at 51,000 miles.

2 Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problem

Failure Date: 07/14/2007

Both rear wheel bearings needed to be replaced at 51,000 miles.

3 Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problem

Failure Date: 06/28/2007

Right rear wheel bearing failed at 31000 milesin November 2005, and was replaced by the dealer. At 67000 milesin June 2007, both rear wheel bearings had to be replaced. Car received all recommended oil changes and services. Is only used for highway and city driving.


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