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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN JF2SJABC8FH545572 · Checked Oct 11, 2026
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JF2SJABC8FH•••••• 2015 Subaru FORESTER

This build is quieter than most: 2 complaints against 4 for the average 2015 Subaru FORESTER build.

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146builds in total
Most reported Power Train 2 Electrical System 1 Suspension 1 Engine 1

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Suspension Feb 2019
Excessive oil loss, 1 qt per 3,000 miles. Started around 90,000 miles. Mileage now 129,000 miles. At 129,000 miles, major engine and transmission issue. Found oil in coolant. At oil temperature light flashing. Evaluating cost of repair this week of feb 12 2019. At 126,000 miles,…
Power Train Sep 2016
Vehicle was purchased new on october 31, 2014 at a maryland dealer. The following are dates, miles and the issues that have arised since taking ownership. All issues related to vehicle have occurred while driving. No specific roads, vehicle maneuvering or weather condition,…

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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 JF2SJABC8FH545572 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.