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2001 Subaru Forester

Owners have filed 169 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Subaru Forester. Cruise control is the most reported problem area, at 18% of complaints. After that come engine (11%) and brakes (10%).

At a glance

Complaints
169 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Cruise control 18% of complaints
Fuel economy
21 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 169 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Subaru Forester. Cruise control is the most reported problem area, at 18% of complaints. After that come engine (11%) and brakes (10%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2001 Subaru Forester

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2001 Subaru Forester. Combined fuel economy ranges from 21 to 21 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 19 city / 25 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Forester