Structure Related Problems of the 2005 Subaru Forester

Table 1 shows three common structure related problems of the 2005 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the body (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the structure (one problem).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Subaru Forester

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
2
Structure problems
1
Frame Rust problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of the 2005 Subaru Forester

The Body problem

I had just locked my residence gate, leaving my property, I fastened my seatbelt, advanced very slowly, saw that both ways were clear, advanced slowly making a left turn, when I was just 12 feet, the engine began to race and propelled my vehicle forward into a huge tree across the road.   Read details...

The Structure problem

On March 20, 2006, the symmetrical all wheel drive system of my 2005 Subaru forrester xt failed, the vehicle fishtailed and drifted, resulting in a rollover, and severe bodily injury. The vehicle was so flimsy, it was disgusting. Every door and window opening collapsed, glass flew everywhere.   Read details...

The Frame Rust problem

The contact owns a 2005 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a dealer where the contact was informed that the rear sub frame was severely rusted. The vehicle was deemed as unsafe to operate by the dealer. The manufacturer was notified and made aware of the issue.   Read details...


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