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2004 Subaru Forester

Owners have filed 270 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Subaru Forester. Fuel system is the most reported problem area, at 46% of complaints. After that come engine (15%) and suspension (9%).

At a glance

Complaints
270 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Fuel system 46% of complaints
Recalls
2
Fuel economy
18 to 21 MPG combined

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

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 270 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Subaru Forester. Fuel system is the most reported problem area, at 46% of complaints. After that come engine (15%) and suspension (9%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2004 Subaru Forester

Recalls

The 2004 Subaru Forester is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 2 recall campaigns for the 2004 Subaru Forester

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2004 Subaru Forester. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 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