Table 1 shows five common equipment related problems of the 2018 Subaru Forester. The number one most common problem is related to the equipment (62 problems). The second most common problem is related to the carrier/rack (18 problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Equipment problems | |
| Carrier/rack problems | |
| Electrical Jack problems | |
| Air Conditioner problems | |
| Anti-theft Devices problems |
The ac compressor needs replaced and I see a lot of complaints on-line about this specific model- 2018 Forester so I am reporting in case it may help with a recall. Cost to repair is $2,000+. Right now it may only be covered under warranty or through a TSB goodwill. Read details...
Windowshield glass (front) has a crack (about a foot long) just by itself. Read details...
Page 9-6 figure 8 of the owners manual shows how to place the jack on the frame to raise the car to change a tire. The problem is that when you reef down on either loosening or tightening the tire, the car will rock either forward of backwards and slide off of the jack. Read details...