2018 Subaru Forester Subaru Forester 2018

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2018 Subaru Forester repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)

Other (8%)

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2018 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV

170-horsepower 2.5L H4 CVT AWD

5000 mi Hood misaligned 

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2018 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV

170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD

3100 mi rattle coming from centre of dash, corrected this but still another rattle coming from dash closer to driver side 
11160 mi ongoing problem with rattles and squeaks from dash 

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2018 Subaru Forester Body Problems

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