Power Train Related Problems of the 2006 Subaru Forester

Table 1 shows four common power train related problems of the 2006 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission control module (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Subaru Forester


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2006 Subaru Forester

The Power Train problem

Front control arm failed on car. Which snapped the front axle and sway bar link on right side. Found out it was a known issue that was taken care of by dealer. Waiting to see if they will cover repairs.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

My wife and leased two new 2006 Subaru Foresters in may 2006. Since we obtained the vehicles both exhibited a hesitation when attempting to accelerate. We brought the vehicles to the dealership three times to have the problem corrected, but they were unable to do so.   Read details...

The Manual Transmission problem

This is a repeatable event that could lead to an injury: purchased a new 2006 Subaru Forester 2. 5x end of October 2005. After approx. Two weeks car began to experience unexpected engine rpm increases immediately after a "cold start.   Read details...


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