Two problems related to rear suspension shock absorber have been reported for the 2015 Subaru Forester. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2015 Subaru Forester based on all problems reported for the 2015 Forester.
While pulling out of garage heard a clang of metal falling on concrete. Stopped and found a 4 inch section of metal coil spring. It appeared rusted from inside out where it broke. Came from left rear shock absorber spring bottom. We are original owners car has 98,145 miles. No heavy loads or hauling. No accidents thus far.
During routine 45000 car maintenance (oil change, tire rotation, brake inspection) the technician discovered that the rear driver's side coil spring had rusted away from its' retaining brackets (top and bottom) and was hanging loose around the shock absorber and could be wiggled or rotated by hand. Initial cost estimate is $1300. 00 to replace both springs. The car is unsafe to drive until it is repaired.