Buying a used 2019 Subaru Forester

Recalls and owner-reported problem areas from official NHTSA data. Every car is different, so check the specific listing before you make an offer.

Most-reported problem areas

Owners filed 834 complaints with NHTSA. The areas mentioned most:

SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA campaign 21V263000
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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
NHTSA campaign 19V856000
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.
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
NHTSA campaign 19V065000
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.

Recalls apply to some vehicles of this model year. Whether a specific car was affected or repaired depends on its VIN.

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Source: NHTSA public recall and complaint data.