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Subaru Forester recalls by year & common problems

NHTSA safety recalls and owner-reported complaints for every Subaru Forester model year from 2010 to 2025. Real, government-sourced figures — use them to gauge how common a problem actually is before you spend on parts.

Compact SUV Model years 2010–2025 32 NHTSA recalls 5,061 owner complaints
32 NHTSA recalls
5,061 owner complaints
16 model years covered
388 citing a crash
73 citing a fire
214 citing an injury

Subaru Forester recalls & complaints by model year

Every Forester model year from 2010–2025. Pick yours to jump to its recall list.

Model year Recalls Complaints Details
2010 Subaru Forester 17 262 2010 recalls ↓
2011 Subaru Forester 16 147 2011 recalls ↓
2012 Subaru Forester 15 105 2012 recalls ↓
2013 Subaru Forester 12 78 2013 recalls ↓
2014 Subaru Forester 2 403 2014 recalls ↓
2015 Subaru Forester 3 615 2015 recalls ↓
2016 Subaru Forester 3 415 2016 recalls ↓
2017 Subaru Forester 1 590 2017 recalls ↓
2018 Subaru Forester 3 498 2018 recalls ↓
2019 Subaru Forester 3 834 2019 recalls ↓
2020 Subaru Forester 0 602 No recalls
2021 Subaru Forester 0 210 No recalls
2022 Subaru Forester 1 100 2022 recalls ↓
2023 Subaru Forester 1 74 2023 recalls ↓
2024 Subaru Forester 2 30 2024 recalls ↓
2025 Subaru Forester 3 98 2025 recalls ↓

A recall campaign that covers several model years is counted in each of them, so the yearly figures add up to 82 while NHTSA lists 32 separate campaigns.

Most-reported systems on the Subaru Forester

The component categories Subaru owners file the most complaints about with NHTSA, summed across model years 2010–2025.

Recent recalls on the Subaru Forester

The most recent NHTSA recall campaigns on file across every model year. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your specific vehicle is affected and unrepaired.

Every Subaru Forester recall, year by year

Each NHTSA recall campaign listed for that model year, newest first. A recall applies to specific VINs, so enter yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your vehicle is included and still unrepaired.

2010 Subaru Forester recalls (17)

  • SEAT BELTS Nov 2022

    The front seat belt assembly force-limiter may not operate correctly in the event of a crash.

    NHTSA campaign 22V838000 · also 2011–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2020

    The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

    NHTSA campaign 20V003000 · also 2011–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2020

    The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

    NHTSA campaign 20V002000 · also 2011–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2020

    Virgin Islands or "Zone A." These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design.

    NHTSA campaign 20V001000 · also 2011–2013
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION › SWITCH Apr 2019

    The ball spring inside the switch may break, reducing the strength of the ignition switch.

    NHTSA campaign 19V297000 · also 2011–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 19V009000 · also 2011–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 19V008000 · also 2011–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    Virgin Islands. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 19V007000 · also 2011–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2018

    These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 18V013000
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2018

    Virgin Islands. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 18V012000 · also 2011–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2017

    Virgin Islands. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 17V014000 · also 2011–2012
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 2016

    The relay that controls the secondary air injection pump may fail, causing the pump to continuously operate and overheat.

    NHTSA campaign 16V738000 · also 2011–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE May 2016

    Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." These vehicles may be equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 16V358000 · also 2011
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Dec 2014

    The brake lines may experience brake line corrosion due to salt water splashing on the brake lines through a gap in the fuel tank protector.

    NHTSA campaign 14V830000 · also 2011–2013
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Jun 2014

    Salt water could splash on the brake lines through a gap in the fuel tank protector, resulting in excessive corrosion of the brake lines.

    NHTSA campaign 14V311000 · also 2011–2013
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING Dec 2012

    Up to 78,650 of these vehicles may have been equipped with accessory puddle lights that, when illuminated, brighten the area under the doors of the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 12V602000 · also 2011–2012
  • SEAT BELTS › REAR/OTHER Mar 2012

    THE AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR in the SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES LOCATED IN THE REAR CENTER SEATING OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES DO NOT MEET LOCKABILITY REQUIREMENTS AND FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, “OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.”…

    NHTSA campaign 12V099000 · also 2011–2012

2011 Subaru Forester recalls (16)

  • SEAT BELTS Nov 2022

    The front seat belt assembly force-limiter may not operate correctly in the event of a crash.

    NHTSA campaign 22V838000 · also 2010 and 2012–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2020

    The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

    NHTSA campaign 20V003000 · also 2010 and 2012–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2020

    The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

    NHTSA campaign 20V002000 · also 2010 and 2012–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2020

    Virgin Islands or "Zone A." These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design.

    NHTSA campaign 20V001000 · also 2010 and 2012–2013
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION › SWITCH Apr 2019

    The ball spring inside the switch may break, reducing the strength of the ignition switch.

    NHTSA campaign 19V297000 · also 2010 and 2012–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 19V009000 · also 2010 and 2012–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 19V008000 · also 2010 and 2012–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    Virgin Islands. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 19V007000 · also 2010 and 2012–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2018

    Virgin Islands. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 18V012000 · also 2010 and 2012–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2017

    Virgin Islands. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 17V014000 · also 2010 and 2012
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 2016

    The relay that controls the secondary air injection pump may fail, causing the pump to continuously operate and overheat.

    NHTSA campaign 16V738000 · also 2010 and 2012–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE May 2016

    Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." These vehicles may be equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 16V358000 · also 2010
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Dec 2014

    The brake lines may experience brake line corrosion due to salt water splashing on the brake lines through a gap in the fuel tank protector.

    NHTSA campaign 14V830000 · also 2010 and 2012–2013
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Jun 2014

    Salt water could splash on the brake lines through a gap in the fuel tank protector, resulting in excessive corrosion of the brake lines.

    NHTSA campaign 14V311000 · also 2010 and 2012–2013
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING Dec 2012

    Up to 78,650 of these vehicles may have been equipped with accessory puddle lights that, when illuminated, brighten the area under the doors of the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 12V602000 · also 2010 and 2012
  • SEAT BELTS › REAR/OTHER Mar 2012

    THE AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR in the SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES LOCATED IN THE REAR CENTER SEATING OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES DO NOT MEET LOCKABILITY REQUIREMENTS AND FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, “OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.”…

    NHTSA campaign 12V099000 · also 2010 and 2012

2012 Subaru Forester recalls (15)

  • SEAT BELTS Nov 2022

    The front seat belt assembly force-limiter may not operate correctly in the event of a crash.

    NHTSA campaign 22V838000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2020

    The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

    NHTSA campaign 20V003000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2020

    The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

    NHTSA campaign 20V002000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2020

    Virgin Islands or "Zone A." These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design.

    NHTSA campaign 20V001000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION › SWITCH Apr 2019

    The ball spring inside the switch may break, reducing the strength of the ignition switch.

    NHTSA campaign 19V297000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 19V009000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 19V008000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    Virgin Islands. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 19V007000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2018

    Virgin Islands. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 18V012000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2017

    Virgin Islands. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 17V014000 · also 2010–2011
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 2016

    The relay that controls the secondary air injection pump may fail, causing the pump to continuously operate and overheat.

    NHTSA campaign 16V738000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Dec 2014

    The brake lines may experience brake line corrosion due to salt water splashing on the brake lines through a gap in the fuel tank protector.

    NHTSA campaign 14V830000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Jun 2014

    Salt water could splash on the brake lines through a gap in the fuel tank protector, resulting in excessive corrosion of the brake lines.

    NHTSA campaign 14V311000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING Dec 2012

    Up to 78,650 of these vehicles may have been equipped with accessory puddle lights that, when illuminated, brighten the area under the doors of the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 12V602000 · also 2010–2011
  • SEAT BELTS › REAR/OTHER Mar 2012

    THE AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR in the SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES LOCATED IN THE REAR CENTER SEATING OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES DO NOT MEET LOCKABILITY REQUIREMENTS AND FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, “OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.”…

    NHTSA campaign 12V099000 · also 2010–2011

2013 Subaru Forester recalls (12)

  • SEAT BELTS Nov 2022

    The front seat belt assembly force-limiter may not operate correctly in the event of a crash.

    NHTSA campaign 22V838000 · also 2010–2012
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2020

    The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

    NHTSA campaign 20V003000 · also 2010–2012
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2020

    The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

    NHTSA campaign 20V002000 · also 2010–2012
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2020

    Virgin Islands or "Zone A." These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design.

    NHTSA campaign 20V001000 · also 2010–2012
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION › SWITCH Apr 2019

    The ball spring inside the switch may break, reducing the strength of the ignition switch.

    NHTSA campaign 19V297000 · also 2010–2012
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 19V009000 · also 2010–2012
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 19V008000 · also 2010–2012
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2019

    Virgin Islands. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 19V007000 · also 2010–2012
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Jan 2018

    Virgin Islands. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

    NHTSA campaign 18V012000 · also 2010–2012
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 2016

    The relay that controls the secondary air injection pump may fail, causing the pump to continuously operate and overheat.

    NHTSA campaign 16V738000 · also 2010–2012
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Dec 2014

    The brake lines may experience brake line corrosion due to salt water splashing on the brake lines through a gap in the fuel tank protector.

    NHTSA campaign 14V830000 · also 2010–2012
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Jun 2014

    Salt water could splash on the brake lines through a gap in the fuel tank protector, resulting in excessive corrosion of the brake lines.

    NHTSA campaign 14V311000 · also 2010–2012

2014 Subaru Forester recalls (2)

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS › SWITCH Feb 2019

    Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of…

    NHTSA campaign 19V149000 · also 2015–2016
  • EQUIPMENT Apr 2013

    The backing for the carpeted floor mats was not manufactured to specification. As a result, the floor mats may curl when exposed to heat.

    NHTSA campaign 13V159000

2015 Subaru Forester recalls (3)

  • AIR BAGS › SENSOR › OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION Oct 2019

    An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.

    NHTSA campaign 19V701000 · also 2016–2018
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS › SWITCH Feb 2019

    Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of…

    NHTSA campaign 19V149000 · also 2014 and 2016
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › GASOLINE › TURBO/SUPERCHARGER Mar 2016

    The turbocharger air intake duct may crack and possibly result in an engine stall.

    NHTSA campaign 16V162000 · also 2016

2016 Subaru Forester recalls (3)

  • AIR BAGS › SENSOR › OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION Oct 2019

    An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.

    NHTSA campaign 19V701000 · also 2015 and 2017–2018
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS › SWITCH Feb 2019

    Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of…

    NHTSA campaign 19V149000 · also 2014–2015
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › GASOLINE › TURBO/SUPERCHARGER Mar 2016

    The turbocharger air intake duct may crack and possibly result in an engine stall.

    NHTSA campaign 16V162000 · also 2015

2017 Subaru Forester recalls (1)

  • AIR BAGS › SENSOR › OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION Oct 2019

    An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.

    NHTSA campaign 19V701000 · also 2015–2016 and 2018

2018 Subaru Forester recalls (3)

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP Jul 2021

    The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

    NHTSA campaign 21V587000
  • AIR BAGS › SENSOR › OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION Oct 2019

    An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.

    NHTSA campaign 19V701000 · also 2015–2017
  • TIRES Jul 2018

    The Certification Label may indicate the incorrect wheel size, tire size, and air pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

    NHTSA campaign 18V455000

2019 Subaru Forester recalls (3)

  • SUSPENSION › REAR Apr 2021

    The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.

    NHTSA campaign 21V263000
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › EMISSION CONTROL › CRANKCASE (PCV) Dec 2019

    The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving.

    NHTSA campaign 19V856000
  • STEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM Feb 2019

    A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.

    NHTSA campaign 19V065000

2022 Subaru Forester recalls (1)

  • POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH Nov 2023

    An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.

    NHTSA campaign 23V755000

2023 Subaru Forester recalls (1)

  • POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT Nov 2023

    The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.

    NHTSA campaign 23V754000 · also 2024

2024 Subaru Forester recalls (2)

  • POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT Nov 2023

    The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.

    NHTSA campaign 23V754000 · also 2023
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Oct 2023

    The engine water pipe may have loose attachment bolts, allowing the pipe to lose its seal and leak coolant.

    NHTSA campaign 23V723000

2025 Subaru Forester recalls (3)

  • EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS Jul 2026

    These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 110, "Tire selection and rims."

    NHTSA campaign 26V436000
  • CHILD SEAT Jun 2025

    The child seat anchor bolts may have been improperly tightened, allowing the bolts to come loose.

    NHTSA campaign 25V419000
  • WHEELS Jan 2025

    The wheels may have been manufactured with an incorrectly specified lug seat surface, which can result in the wheel being improperly attached and cause a loss of vehicle stability.

    NHTSA campaign 25V033000

No recalls on file as of October 2026 for the 2020–2021 Subaru Forester.

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Subaru Forester recalls: frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Subaru Forester have?

NHTSA lists 32 recall campaigns for the Subaru Forester across model years 2010–2025 (16 model years covered here). The 2010 model year has the most, with 17. A recall is an official safety action with a free remedy at a franchised dealer.

Which Subaru Forester year has the most recalls?

The 2010 Subaru Forester has the most NHTSA recalls (17), followed by 2011 (16) and 2012 (15). A campaign that covers several model years counts toward each of them.

Which Subaru Forester years have no recalls?

As of October 2026, NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2020–2021 Subaru Forester. Newer model years can still be recalled later, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Which Subaru Forester year has the most complaints?

Owners have filed the most NHTSA complaints about the 2019 Subaru Forester (834), followed by 2015 (615) and 2020 (602). Older and higher-volume model years collect more reports simply by being on the road longer.

What are the most common problems on the Subaru Forester?

Across 5,061 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for model years 2010–2025, the most-reported systems on the Subaru Forester are Visibility/Wiper (1,049), Electrical System (729), Engine (728), Air Bags (677), Power Train (380) and Vehicle Speed Control (358).

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public recalls and complaints databases, model years 2010–2025, as of October 2026. A complaint is an unverified owner report; a recall is an official safety action with a free remedy. High complaint counts often reflect high sales volume.