Air Bag Related Problems of the 2017 Subaru Forester

Table 1 shows nine common air bag related problems of the 2017 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the air bag (90 problems). The second most common problem is related to the warning light on (24 problems).


Recently reported Air Bag problems of the 2017 Subaru Forester

The Air Bag problem

The passenger airbag occupant detection system (ods) has failed on my 2017 Subaru Forester (VIN: [xxx]) at 78,255 miles. This failure completely deactivates the front passenger airbag, creating an immediate, severe safety hazard for any front-seat passenger.   Read details...

The Warning Light On problem

Srs warning light came on and the passenger airbag is off. Vehicle was stationary with no other problem.   Read details...

The Air Bag Light On problem

Srs airbag light continuously switches on in the car with a passenger present. The seat has been replaced, light is still coming on and issue is not resolved. The dealer is refusing to resolve the issue with the sensor/ wiring harness and saying it is not applicable for recall repairs.   Read details...



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