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JF2SH6CC2AH••••••2010 Subaru FORESTER
This build draws 3.0× more complaints than the average 2010 Subaru FORESTER build (10 vs 3).
10on this build
237on the model
71builds in total
Most reportedEngine 3Seats 3Fuel/propulsion System 2Vehicle Speed Control 1
What owners of this build wrote
EngineApr 2019
While driving, "check engine" light, cruise light & traction light began flashing. Dealer said catalytic converter had to be replaced. Repair done & dealer said, "if it doesn't 'take,' we'll know soon." three weeks later, same thing happened. This repair is on top of a major…
SeatsAug 2018
While in operation, during a left hand turn, the front left corner of the driver seat made an audible 'pop' and collapsed several inches. The seat is an electric adjustable, which does not appear to be effected by the seat base breaking. The seat is able to be lifted and pressed…
Air BagsDec 2016
The contact owns a 2010 subaru forester. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The dealer diagnosed that the occupant restraint module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the…
Vehicle Speed ControlFeb 2010
The contact owns a 2010 subaru forester. While the contact was driving at an unknown speed the vehicle suddenly accelerated on its own. The contact was unable to stop the vehicle causing the vehicle to travel through an intersection and two residential backyards before traveling…
Fuel SystemNov 2009
When I start my 2010 subaru forester 2.5l non-turbo in the morning, there is a distinct smell of gas. It only happens after the car has been sitting overnight. I called the dealer to ask about this and he said that there had been several people asking about it. He said that it…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN JF2SH6CC2AH706935 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.