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JF2SJADCXFH••••••2015 Subaru FORESTER
This build draws 3.5× more complaints than the average 2015 Subaru FORESTER build (14 vs 4).
14on this build
589on the model
146builds in total
1injuries
Most reportedAir Bags 5Engine 3Steering 2Structure 2
What owners of this build wrote
StructureMay 2026
Subaru part # 63269SG002 "hatch lift support / stay tailgate (rear gate, right)". Pin that attaches hydraulic lift to rear tailgate snapped in half when closing trunk - available for inspection. Lift extended fully, preventing closure of rear tailgate. Failure left tailgate…
EngineMar 2026
This has now happened twice to my daughter, both times on the highway. One time the car shut down completely and the 2nd time the car just started slowing while pressing the gas and coasted to a stop. Luckily she was able to avoid other cars and get to the shoulder. The car…
Air BagsApr 2025
Codes for B1760 and B1650 present, intermittent SRS light for the passenger airbag. Passengers put at risk in event of crash. SRS sensor issues seem to be common for this vehicle according to online databases and dealership technicians
WheelsMay 2023
At just under 54,000 miles, noticed a loud hum, thought it was a bad transmission, took it into the dealer (Walser Subaru of South St. Paul, MN) that concluded it was faulty rear wheel bearings on both sides, and told me it was a serious safety issue that should be fixed…
SteeringSep 2020
Power steering failed while traveling at highway speeds
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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 JF2SJADCXFH496209 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.