Tire Related Problems of the 2015 Subaru Forester

Table 1 shows three common tire related problems of the 2015 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the tire (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the spare tire (one problem).

Table 1. Tire related problems of Subaru Forester

Problem Category Number of Problems
Tire problems
2
Spare Tire problems
1
Tire Sidewall problems
1

Recently reported Tire problems of the 2015 Subaru Forester

The Tire problem

Purchased 4 tires for my awd Subaru from costco. The driver side rear tire kept losing air a few days after installing them. Pumped air in it a few times at home. Took the car back to costco. They found a leak that they repaired.   Read details...

The Spare Tire problem

Driving on access road at about 25 mph. Loud noise followed by flopping noise. Pulled off the road within about 200 yards. Drivers side rear tire was completely flat. Put on spare tire. Cursory examination showed large tear through the sidewall on the interior side. Photos are available.   Read details...

The Tire Sidewall problem

Tire developed a bubble in the sidewall about 1. 5" in diameter and 3/4" high. Tire removed from service and replaced as a safety issue. I have the tire in my storage. Car is a Subaru Forester used light duty and on paved roads. Approximately 75% to 80% of tread remaining.   Read details...


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