2016 Subaru Forester Subaru Forester 2016

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2016 Subaru Forester repairs by problem area

Engine (5%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (50%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (3%)

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2016 Subaru Forester body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (80%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV

170-horsepower 2.5L H4 CVT AWD

23000 mi Squeaks under the dash, around the EyeSight camera, and in the tailgate 
39000 mi

US $944
TPMS module damaged by water which overflowed from a clogged sunroof drain line. 
6300 mi Bad rattle at back lift gate. Taken to dealer twice. 1st trip didn't fix it. Brought back several days later left for 3 days still not fixed. Each time said it was but the rattle is still there! 
7000 mi Rattle has not been fixed. Dealer was notified of the problem and said they would schedule is a repair and provide a loaner while they had it, since last time they had the car for 3 days. They have not called or emailed me. BAD dealer 
8000 mi Returned trip about the rattles in the back Lift gate , had for 5 days -still have rattle. Dealer can not fix problem. Having had a Toyota 4-Runner and Honda Pilot, we never had these problems. Tech removed passenger side trunk cover& seatbelt assembly. Also removed & reinstalled brake system parts + flashing around gas intake tube. Found no issues. Fixed loose rear view mirror. Rattle better but still persists 

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2016 Subaru Forester Body Problems

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