Electronic Stability Control Related Problems of the 2012 Subaru Forester

Table 1 shows two common electronic stability control related problems of the 2012 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the electronic stability control (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the vsa warning light on (one problem).

Table 1. Electronic Stability Control related problems of Subaru Forester


Recently reported Electronic Stability Control problems of the 2012 Subaru Forester

The Electronic Stability Control problem

Which driving on the interstate at rush hour at 65 mph. . . With absolutely no warning or warning light my car stalled. When this happened the steeling went out along with the breaks and all power. I sat in the fast lane of traffic unable to safely exit my car for almost and hour until help arrived.   Read details...

The Vsa Warning Light On problem

While driving on a main route check engine light kicked on and proceeded to flash while the stability/traction control light came on disabling the traction control. This lasted approximately 10-15 seconds, all lights kicked off and seemed okay.   Read details...


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