2004 Subaru Forester Subaru Forester 2004

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2004 Subaru Forester repairs by problem area

Engine (48%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (2%)

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2004 Subaru Forester body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (33%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Subaru Forester

Engine not specified

103000 mi moonroof motor not working, roof wouldn't close all the way = leaking into interior 
73000 mi

US $800
The rattling noise was in the back of the car. Mechanic cut off the heat shield, it did help but the problem did not go away. 

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2004 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV

turbocharged 210hp 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD

73160 mi clips holding front/rear fascia rotted out, replaced 
70000 mi

US $700
sunroof would not open 

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2004 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD

74000 mi Trim on passenger side door came off Wind noise bad on driver's side, moderate on passenger side. 

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2004 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV

165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD

67000 mi

US $107
Heat shields vibrating under car. Still not right. Will return for re-repair at next oil change. 
70000 mi Heat shields around catalytic converter refastened 

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2004 Subaru Forester Body Problems

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