Child Seat Problems of Subaru Forester

Subaru Forester owners have reported 4 child seat related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common child seat problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's child seat (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's child seat tether strap (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Child Seat related problems of Subaru Forester


Recently reported Child Seat problems of Subaru Forester

The Child Seat problem

The contact owns a maxi cosi pria 85. The car seat was being utilized in a 2014 Subaru Forester. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21c003000 (child seat) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable.   Read details...

The Child Seat Tether Strap problem

Upon contacting the manufacturer on September 7, 2004 consumer was told there was a recall, and that she would receive the replacement adjustor strap. However, britax did not send the replacement. Consumer made another call to britax, and there was no indication that she ever called.   Read details...

The Child Seat Vehicle Latch Anchor problem

Latch system in a 2. 5x base model is inappropriately placed for at least two different common car seat bases. Unable to use lower latch anchors with a graco snugride 30 or 35 base. In addition, the Subaru Forester dog guard accessory which installs between the cargo area and the rear seat   Read details...




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