Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2008 Subaru Forester

Table 1 shows three common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2008 Subaru Forester.

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Subaru Forester

Problem Category Number of Problems
Latches/locks/linkage problems
1
Door Latch problems
1
Hatchback/liftgate Lock problems
1

Latches/locks/linkage problem #1

The contact owns a 2008 Subaru Forester. While attempting to unlock the driver side door, the keyless locking mechanism malfunctioned and the contact could not unlock the door. The manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN and failure mileage were unknown.

Door Latch problem #2

The contact owns a 2008 Subaru Forester. The vehicle does not have a key hole on the liftgate or passenger side door. In the event of an electrical system failure, there is no way to open the trunk. There had been no failure to date. The VIN and powertrain were unknown. The current mileage was 2,000.

Hatchback/liftgate Lock problem #3

The contact owns a 2008 Subaru Forester. The vehicle does not have a key hole on the liftgate or passenger side door. In the event of an electrical system failure, there is no way to open the trunk. There had been no failure to date. The VIN and powertrain were unknown. The current mileage was 2,000.


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