Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings problems of the 2012 Subaru Forester

Four problems related to brake hoses, lines/piping, and fittings have been reported for the 2012 Subaru Forester. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Subaru Forester based on all problems reported for the 2012 Forester.

1 Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2016

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2012 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that there was an abnormal noise that progressed from the brake lines. The dealer (putnam Subaru of burlingame, 85 California dr, burlingame, CA 94010, (650) 558-5628) was informed of the failure when the warranty was available; however, the vehicle was repaired after the warranty expired. Initially, the dealer was unable to replicate and diagnose the failure. The second time, they cleaned the brake system. The third time, the dealer further diagnosed the vehicle and indicated that the brake lines needed to be replaced. The brake lines were replaced, but the contact was uncertain if moisture could re-enter the brake system and cause the failure to recur. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 17v014000 (air bags). The dealer indicated that the remedy and parts may not be available for more than 1. 5 years. The manufacturer was notified of the brake line failure and had the dealer replace the part. The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.

2 Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings problem

Failure Date: 07/30/2014

The contact owns a 2012 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that there was mild corrosion on the brake lines. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v311000 (brakes). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer stated that the part for the recall repair would not be available until November of 2014. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 28,000.

3 Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings problem

Failure Date: 07/16/2014

The contact owns a 2012 Subaru Forester. While driving approximately 25 mph, the brake pedal stiffened and failed to stop the vehicle. The dealer stated that the brake hose was replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the malfunction. The approximate failure mileage was 11,600.

4 Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings problem

Failure Date: 08/01/2012

2012 Subaru Forester. Consumer writes in regards to brake system failure recall notice. The consumer stated from the day she purchased the vehicle, the brakes did not seem right. The brake pedal seemed too soft and there was extended pedal travel. She had to pump the brakes in order to stop in time. Also, when sitting at a light with her foot on the brake pedal, the pedal would suddenly just sink downward an inch. Also, at approximately, 17,000 in may 2014, the brakes began pulsating. The dealer machined the rotors and stated it was normal. The consumer even though the her year, was not included in the recall, she still experienced the same symptoms.


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