Power Train Related Problems of the 2017 Subaru Forester

Table 1 shows eight common power train related problems of the 2017 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (32 problems). The second most common problem is related to the clutch pedal/linkage (two problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2017 Subaru Forester

The Power Train problem

2017 Subaru Forester with 40,000 miles, rear wheel bearings and plate are bad. $2100. 00 to fix. Seems a little early in mileage for such an expensive repair. I have read about bad rear wheel bearings and plate from several people.   Read details...

The Clutch Pedal/linkage problem

Vehicle often shudders violently at low speeds coming to a stop - stalling itself once. When merging onto freeway or overtaking on the highway the vehicle occasionally makes loud clicking noise and automatic transmission acts as if it is disengaged (like a fully depressed clutch pedal in a manual,   Read details...

The Transmission Failure problem

Cvt transmission failed after 24000 miles.   Read details...


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