Table 1 shows one common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2025 Subaru Forester.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems |
Exhaust gas smell from the engine compartment when parked after driving. Garage smells like exhaust gases when left in enclosed garage - ongoing problem. Smell dissipates overnight. It has been inspected by Subaru dealers in albuquerque and santa fe new mexico. They report no error codes and so no problem. Have not had this issue on any other vehicle we've ever owned. There are no warning lamps or messages.