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2013 Subaru Forester repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (15%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (10%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (10%)

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2013 Subaru Forester

Engine not specified

32240 mi

C $125
Caliper pin was stuck, had to take out and loosen it. Also had rear light out and needed be air filter 

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2013 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV

170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD

114100 mi

US $450
Had to replace rear pads and rotors, needed for safety inspaection 
116000 mi

US $400
needed front brakes replaced for state inspection 
26660 mi

C $1000
Had to replace rotors and brake pads on all wheels as they had been stuck (calipers were not moving freely) and worn out the rotors. 
55800 mi new front & rear brake discs & pads 
67580 mi new front & rear brake rotors & rear pads 

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2013 Subaru Forester Brake Problems

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