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2002 Subaru Forester

Owners have filed 109 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Subaru Forester. Cruise control is the most reported problem area, at 21% of complaints. After that come engine (12%) and transmission (12%).

At a glance

Complaints
109 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Cruise control 21% of complaints
Recalls
1
Fuel economy
21 MPG combined

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

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 109 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Subaru Forester. Cruise control is the most reported problem area, at 21% of complaints. After that come engine (12%) and transmission (12%).

  • Cruise control 21%
  • Engine 12%
  • Transmission 12%
  • Brakes 10%
  • Fuel system 10%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2002 Subaru Forester

Recalls

The 2002 Subaru Forester is affected by 1 safety recall campaign in NHTSA's records.

All 1 recall campaigns for the 2002 Subaru Forester

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2002 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