2001 Subaru Forester brakes problems
Owners reported brakes problems in 17 complaints for the 2001 Subaru Forester, 10% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 17 10% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 6 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 4 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
These complaints mention 6 crashes, 4 injuries.
What owners wrote
Parking with foot on brakes and vehicle suddenly accelerated over cement block. Had hit a few bushes and then a building. Upon impact, air bags failed to deploy. Had vehicle towed to a mechanic based on referral from dealership.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 subaru forester. While driving approximately 55 MPH and engaging the brake pedal, the ABS malfunctioned and erroneously activated, which prevented the brakes from stopping the vehicle. The driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a concrete median, which caused significant damage to the front end of the vehicle. The contact failed to indicate if any injuries were sustained or if a police report was filed.
Other problems reported for the 2001 Subaru Forester
- Cruise control 30 complaints
- Engine 18 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 16 complaints
- Suspension 16 complaints