Suspension Related Problems of the 2017 Subaru Forester

Table 1 shows two common suspension related problems of the 2017 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension control arm (one problem).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Subaru Forester

Problem Category Number of Problems
Suspension problems
10
Front Suspension Control Arm problems
1

Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2017 Subaru Forester

The Suspension problem

The front lower control arm bushing were breaking apart at 53,156 miles. Shop reported significant play in the wheel while on the stand. Sounds like a safety hazards.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

The vehicle is vibrating violently and loudly when the vehicles reaches 50-60 mph. A mechanic diagnosed the issue as the failure of the front bushing on the lower control arm assembly on the right side of the vehicle.   Read details...


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