Table 1 shows one common forward collision avoidance related problems of the 2026 Subaru Forester.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Automatic Emergency Braking problems |
[xxx] [xxx] [xxx] [xxx] via certified mail – return receipt requested u. S. Department of transportation national highway traffic safety administration (NHTSA) vehicle safety compliance division (nvs-210) 1200 new jersey avenue se washington, DC 20590 Wednesday, may 6, 2026 safety defect complaint – 2026 Subaru Forester VIN: [xxx] honorable, eileen sullivan associate administrator, enforcement I am filing this formal safety defect complaint regarding my 2026 Subaru Forester. A pedestrian incident occurred on February 2, 2026, in which the vehicle failed to warn or brake automatically when a pedestrian crossed in front of my car. Additionally, the Subaru eyesight system does not remain enabled between ignition cycles. Every time I start the car, I must manually re-engage the system. Consequently, automatic emergency braking (aeb) is not active by default during ordinary driving and will reverts to off (not remain enable) when I am driving . I believe this poses an unreasonable risk to pedestrian and occupant safety. I am aware of prior investigations (e. G. , NHTSA action number pe23010 and related lawsuits) involving Subaru eyesight failures, including lack of braking for obstacles. Vehicle information: year: 2026 make: Subaru model: Forester VIN: [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).