Brake Disc Rotor Problems of Subaru Forester

Constant vibration from tires at 65mph or faster, gets worse as the speed increases.

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The contact owns a 2003 Subaru Forester. While performing a routine inspection and oil change, the mechanic noticed that the rotors were cracked. The mechanic replaced the rotors. The dealer and manufacturer were notified and they stated that the failure was caused by wear. The current and failure mileages were 40,000. Updated 11/07/07.

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Rotor prematurely worn. Car was purchased 10/03. Rotors have had to be turned twice since purchase date.

Brake rotors failed at 15,000 miles. Consumer stated that 2,000 miles later the rotors needed to be replaced again.

Brake rotors were packed with leaves and stones. Car needed to be placed on lift to remove the debris. Could not drive due to high pitched squeal and concern about causing further damage. Subaru took four hours to pick up car. When taken to dealer finally, was told that it was not a Subaru problem and they indicated I should be charged for a half hour labor and would not pay for tow. I was also informed this happened because I was driving on dirt roads (isn't that what SUV's are designed for?) I think there must be a flaw in design of Forester SUV. Service manager informed me it happens to his wife frequently, and he corrects problem himself. Seemed to be suggesting I do the same which sounds unreasonable for a car under warranty coverage and only 11,000 miles. I received very poor service from Subaru. How could I have known based on symptoms and advise of driver to go ahead with tow that this would not be a Subaru problem ,and why did they make me wait four hours and chase them by telephone before they finally picked up car?.

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While at a stop light and when driver accelerates engine will rev. Consumer has also changed rotors, and it's time to change them again after 3000 miles.

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Consumer has had to have rotors turned on a 'very' frequent basis. Dealership/mechanic were saying that drums needed to be replaced. Please provide any additional information.

Dealer had to disassemble and resurface 2 front rotors to eliminate excessive runout.

Gradual brake pulsation experienced twice. Dealer resurfaced front rotors (9/13/99 @ 21,156 miles & 4/4/2000 @ 29,928 miles), which temporarily corrected the problem.

Erratic problem with vehicle braking system: dealer turned rotors for the second time, instead of replacing the. ; seeking NHTSA help or provide additionalinformation.