Wheel Problems of Subaru Forester

Subaru Forester owners have reported 108 wheel related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common wheel problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel (102 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel bolts (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Wheel related problems of Subaru Forester

Problem Category Number of Problems
Wheel problems
102
Wheel Bolts problems
3
Hub problems
2
Wheel Rim problems
1

Recently reported Wheel problems of Subaru Forester

The Wheel problem

2 rear wheel bearings failed on low milage vehicle. Although car is 10 years old it is well maintained and has 57k miles on od. Never driven off road or in water. Perhaps worse three studs and lugs had to be replaced due to snapping off.   Read details...

The Wheel Bolts problem

2012 Subaru Forester. Consumer writes in regard to stud failure.   Read details...

The Hub problem

The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Forester. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear wheels. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with needing the wheel bearings replaced.   Read details...

The Wheel Rim problem

When driving in cold temperatures tires loose air. Tires needed air every 10 miles. This could be caused by the aluminum rims being used. They corroded and lost their seal.   Read details...




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