The Lemon IndexAll cars · Subaru Forester · 2024
2024 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-S8) | 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.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Airbags | 23% |
| Automatic emergency braking | 23% |
| Wipers & visibility | 17% |
| Lights | 7% |
| Body structure | 7% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
23V754000 Nov 2023 Power Train / Driveline / Driveshaft
Defect. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles. The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.
Risk. A broken driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power while driving or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake engaged. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect and replace the left and right front driveshafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRP-23.
23V723000 Oct 2023 Engine And Engine Cooling
Defect. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Forester vehicles. The engine water pipe may have loose attachment bolts, allowing the pipe to lose its seal and leak coolant.
Risk. Leaking coolant can contact a hot exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy. Subarus independent distributor processing facilities will tighten the water pipe attachment bolts. The affected vehicles have not been delivered to dealers or sold to owners and therefore, no owner notification letters will be sent. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRO-23.
Manufacturer communications 184
Subaru filed 184 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- This Bulletin provides guidance for diagnosing a leaking front or rear suspension strut
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Forester SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Subaru Forester Wilderness SUV AWD | not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | not rated |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard | Standard |
Nearby model years
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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