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2005 Subaru Forester repairs by problem area
Engine (49%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (12%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (1%)
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Chart based on 183 repairs.
2005 Subaru Forester suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (13%)
$1000 - $2499 (9%)
$500 - $999 (30%)
$100 - $499 (30%)
< $100 (17%)
Chart based on 23 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV
turbocharged 210hp 2.5L I4 5-speed manual AWD
| 100000 mi US $70 |
Sway Bar Endlink was clunking. replaced both with MOOG joints. |
| 125000 mi US $3200 |
replaced front and rear struts as front struts were shot and rear had enough wear to need replacing in future. |
| 73000 mi US $1000 |
Replaced springs and struts, struts still functional but showing signs of looming failure, springs replaced to improve handling. |
| 45260 mi C $400 |
Ball joint was found to be damaged due to wear during a brake replacement job. This was replaced during the brake service |
| 71300 mi C $4000 |
End link failure. Upgraded parts as replacement. |
2005 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV
turbocharged 210hp 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 66000 mi US $700 |
Deteriorated handling over last 5000 miles. Went to aftermarket upgraded struts and mounts |
| 79300 mi US $189 |
Slight rattle in front suspension so had the sway bar link ends replaced, problem solved. |
2005 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD
| 123500 mi US $289 |
Suspension noise, front stabilizer links were bad |
2005 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV
165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 129000 mi US $90 |
Power steering pump and belt replaced with used pump. |
| 78000 mi US $800 |
rear wheel bearings |
| 135000 mi US $900 |
Replaced LL Bean Model load-leveling shocks (expensive only available from Subaru $$$) and had a 4-wheel alignment. |
| 152000 mi US $93 |
Check over car complete: brakes, suspension, transmission, engine ... |
| 163000 mi US $281 |
Rpl Right rear wheel bearing |
| 131700 mi US $100 |
Both end links broken. Replaced with no name brand. |
| 88000 mi US $3700 |
both rear struts replaced |
| 73500 mi US $435 |
Right rear wheel bearing replaced. Right rear wheel bearing replaced. |
| 67000 mi US $550 |
Wheel Bearings on Driver rear side failed |
| 67000 mi US $606 |
Replaced driver's side rear wheel bearing. |
2005 Subaru Forester 4-door
4-cylinder manual 4WD
| 61880 mi $1800 |
Front wheel bearings replaced |
| 62000 mi | Front ball joints replaced |
2005 Subaru Forester 4-door
2-cylinder automatic AWD
| 85000 mi US $500 |
Suspension was off and the stabilizer sway bar link was broken on the right side. Suspension still a little off - seems to drag something when I go over a speed bump or small incline. Mechanic said its likely due to suspension - pot holes |
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