Worst 2019 Subaru Forester Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Wipers & Visibility
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Subaru Forester.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wipers & Visibility | 370 | — | — | 9,807 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 132 | 7 | 7 | 14,476 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 106 | 7 | 7 | 26,864 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 37 | 4 | — | 15,077 mi | |
| Visibility:Windshield | 33 | — | — | 25,486 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 27 | 1 | — | 13,390 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 23 | 4 | — | 9,931 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 22 | 1 | — | 17,553 mi | |
| Fuel System | 22 | 4 | 5 | 3,780 mi | |
| Brakes | 22 | 7 | — | 20,700 mi | |
| Body Structure | 22 | 2 | 1 | 8,181 mi | |
| Airbags | 16 | 10 | 2 | 18,400 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 13 | — | — | 11,123 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 10 | 1 | — | 7,218 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Warning | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 6 | 3 | — | 11,722 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 6 | 1 | — | 53,856 mi | |
| Visibility | 6 | — | — | 15,240 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 5 | — | — | 103,000 mi | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 5 | — | — | 10,000 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 5 | 1 | — | 7,500 mi | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2019 Subaru Forester
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~470,301 vehicles.
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.
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.
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.
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2019 Subaru Forester — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Subaru Forester reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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