Table 1 shows four common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2018 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the engine and engine cooling (30 problems). The second most common problem is related to the manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems | |
| Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems | |
| Engine Rattling And Whining Sounds problems | |
| Engine Burning Oil problems |
On July 31, 2026, I was driving with my daughter when the a/c compressor clutch seized up and experienced a catastrophic compressor failure that also blew out the expansion valve o-rings. The failure led to a total loss of engine power and control of the vehicle. Read details...
Exhaust manifold gasket leaks at both 30,0000 and 65,000 miles. Car was making whistling sounds when starting that are exceptionally notably only in cold weather. Unknown how long leaks were there as they only loud during the cold months. Noise would go away once engine was warmed up. Read details...
Exhaust gasket leak. Only notable when cold as it makes a whistling sound. Issue has happened 2 times Read details...