2009 Subaru Forester
Owners have filed 228 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Subaru Forester. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 18% of complaints. After that come engine (17%) and electrical system (10%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 228 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Air bags 18% of complaints
- Recalls
- 17
- Fuel economy
- 21 to 22 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
Owners have filed 228 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Subaru Forester. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 18% of complaints. After that come engine (17%) and electrical system (10%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2009 Subaru Forester
Recalls
The 2009 Subaru Forester is affected by 17 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 3 versions of the 2009 Subaru Forester. Combined fuel economy ranges from 21 to 22 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 20 city / 27 highway.