Subaru Forester VIN check & common problems
Decode any Subaru Forester by its VIN and see free safety-recall and owner-complaint data, so you know what to check before you buy.
From NHTSA (US) records over 2016, 2020, 2024
Safety rating
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
NHTSA NCAP crash tests (US), 2024 model year
Fuel economy
- Combined
- 8.1 L/100km · 29 mpg
- City
- 26 mpg
- Highway
- 33 mpg
EPA estimates (US), 2024 model year
What you can check on a Subaru Forester
- Decoded specs: model, year, body, engine and factory
- Open safety recalls from official records
- A clear, plain-language summary you can read on your phone
Subaru Forester: frequently asked questions
Does the Subaru Forester have any recalls?
5 NHTSA recall campaigns are on record for the Subaru Forester (2016, 2020, 2024). Always check a specific car by its VIN for currently open recalls.
What are the most common Subaru Forester problems?
Owners filed 1023 complaints with NHTSA over 2016, 2020, 2024. The most-reported areas are Visibility/Wiper, Electrical System.
Is the Subaru Forester safe?
The Subaru Forester earned 5 out of 5 stars overall in NHTSA (US) crash tests.
How economical is the Subaru Forester?
EPA-estimated combined economy is about 8.1 L/100km, based on US testing.
Complaint and recall data: NHTSA (US). Same-generation EU models usually share these mechanical issues.