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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN JF2SKAECXPH514821 · Checked Sep 3, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 3

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JF2SKAECXPH•••••• 2023 Subaru FORESTER

This build draws 1.8× more complaints than the average 2023 Subaru FORESTER build (3 vs 2).

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71on the model
42builds in total
Most reported Air Bags 1

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Unknown Or Other May 2024
The car was parked for several weeks in a friend's driveway. I was on a trip overseas. When I came back, I started the car and the rear window glass shattered and blew into the car. There was no evidence of anything striking the glass from outside
Air Bags Sep 2023
The contact owns a 2023 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side occupant sensor failed to recognize a petite, smaller individual seated in the front passenger’s seat. The dealer was notified of failure and referred the contact to the manufacturer. The…
Unknown Or Other Jul 2023
Our car’s Android Auto navigation system is failing. This is not just a navigation failure. When we drive, especially at night, and our navigation system fails, it becomes a security and safety hazard. The problem: 1. After connecting a phone, TCL A30 Android 11, via the USB…

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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 JF2SKAECXPH514821 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.