The Lemon IndexAll cars · Subaru Forester · 2019
2019 Subaru Forester. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 1
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (AV-S7) | AWD | 26 / 33 / 29 | Regular | $2,150 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 3,000 and 16,500 miles. Median 8,600, from 468 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wipers & visibility | 8,000 | 2,700–13,000 | 267 |
| Electrical | 8,700 | 1,200–19,500 | 41 |
| Engine | 18,300 | 6,000–45,200 | 20 |
| Automatic emergency braking | 14,400 | 12,500–41,000 | 6 |
| Visibility | 15,000 | 8,800–34,000 | 33 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Wipers & visibility | 55% |
| Electrical | 13% |
| Engine | 7% |
| Visibility | 5% |
| Body structure | 4% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 834 | 37 | 11 | 16 | 1 | 39 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 3
21V263000 Apr 2021 Suspension / Rear
Defect. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.
Risk. Missing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will retorque and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-21.
19V856000 Dec 2019 Engine And Engine Cooling / Exhaust System / Emission Control / Crankcase (Pcv)
Defect. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. 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.
Risk. An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the short block engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUW-08.
19V065000 Feb 2019 Steering / Electric Power Assist System
Defect. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
Risk. Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUC-88.
Manufacturer communications 577
Subaru filed 577 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- This Service Information Bulletin provides helpful tips and precautions to use whenever removing
- This bulletin announces part information for new Active Valve Control System (AVCS) oil…
- This Service Information bulletin provides helpful tips to use when removing or reinstalling…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Forester SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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