| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2008 Subaru Forester repairs by problem area
Engine (42%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (23%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (2%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 101 repairs.
2008 Subaru Forester electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (44%)
< $100 (50%)
Chart based on 18 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV
173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 3100 mi | Starter motor failed. Replaced on warranty by dealer. Down time 24h. |
| 158000 mi US $200 |
TPS light on. Sensor was replaced on 2 of the tires Airbag light is on in dashboard. Not code has been found. Car is being driven with light on. |
| 30380 mi C $10 |
High beam headlight not working. Bulb replaced. |
| 35840 mi C $11 |
RHS Low Beam Headlight bulb replaced |
| 37400 mi C $120 |
A/C not cooling, was recharged, system tested for leaks but none found |
| 41420 mi C $175 |
Was not cooling properly. System recharged. Dye installed for monitoring |
| 42780 mi C $283 |
A/C not cooling.A/C Condensor replaced and system recharged |
| 56420 mi C $120 |
Rear wiper motor failed. Replaced with used part. |
2008 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV
173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 61860 mi | Sudden burning smell and screeching noise from engine (pulling away from intersection) - turned out to be A/C belt, pulley mechanism. A/C belt was worn and replaced at recent maintenance. Status of compressor unknown. |
| 62400 mi | Further to Feb 2014 report. Not done but confirmed the A/C unit needs to be replaced. Toughing it out this summer and might replace ourselves. |
| 134230 mi C $1400 |
Replace leaking hose, replace condenser and other components |
| 201000 mi US $10 |
A/C pulley adjuster |
| 94860 mi C $150 |
Replace rear wiper motor |
| 15000 mi | Replace door panel window was jamming |
| 17000 mi | Replaced Radio |
| 55000 mi US $100 |
Replace one faulty tire pressure sensor. |
| 143000 mi US $450 |
replaced a/c compressor |
| 63000 mi US $50 |
Blower power connector broken. Connector was replaced |
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