Suspension Related Problems of the 2008 Subaru Forester

Table 1 shows two common suspension related problems of the 2008 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension control arm (three problems).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Subaru Forester

Problem Category Number of Problems
Suspension problems
8
Front Suspension Control Arm problems
3

Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2008 Subaru Forester

The Suspension problem

The contact owns a 2008 Subaru Forester. The contact stated while driving at approximately 5 mph, the transmission control valve detached. No warning light was illuminated. The contact did research and was made aware of NHTSA campaign number: 11v464000 (suspension) however, the VIN was not included.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while attempted to drive out of a driveway, the driver's side lower control arm fractured and the wheel separated from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to independent mechanic to be diagnosed.   Read details...


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