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2003 Subaru Forester

Owners have filed 238 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Subaru Forester. Fuel system is the most reported problem area, at 24% of complaints. After that come engine (13%) and air bags (11%).

At a glance

Complaints
238 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Fuel system 24% of complaints
Recalls
3
Fuel economy
21 MPG combined

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

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 238 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Subaru Forester. Fuel system is the most reported problem area, at 24% of complaints. After that come engine (13%) and air bags (11%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2003 Subaru Forester

Recalls

The 2003 Subaru Forester is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 3 recall campaigns for the 2003 Subaru Forester

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2003 Subaru Forester. Combined fuel economy ranges from 21 to 21 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 19 city / 24 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Forester