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2020 Subaru Forester repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (13%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (25%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 8 repairs.
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2020 Subaru Forester repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (88%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2020 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV

182-horsepower 2.5L H4 7-speed shiftable CVT AWD

Subaru Forester in Arizona, United States
Oct 2020 - Jul 2022
May 2022

24000 mi
12 volt accessory outlet had a blown fuse. 
Subaru Forester in Michigan, United States
Feb 2021 - Jul 2022
Jul 2022

30000 mi
On a trip the "Thermo Control Valve" failed which in turn signaled the "check engine light" to be turned on (but not flashing) but it also turned off the Eyesight/Cruise Control/Collision Avoidance/Automatic Braking system off as well. The valve is locked on the wide open position and the car is drivable, but all the safety features and cruise control are inoperable. The needed parts are on back order and this seems to be a major mechanical issue around the nation. I am driving the car as is and will have to wait for my parts to arrive. The Asian logistics problem is making this problem worse. I'm told it will be 30 to 45 days before the parts arrive and my car can be repaired. To say I'm an unhappy customer would be an understatement. 
Subaru Forester in Washington, United States
Mar 2020 - Jun 2022
Jun 2022

11000 mi
Went in for an oil change. While I noticed a noise similar to a cv joint I wasn’t prepared to leave it for this. The mechanic came out about 30 minutes later and informed us that the noise was related to the transmission and that they had ordered a replacement. Sent me home with a loaner vehicle. They received the transmission and installed it the next morning under warranty. 
Subaru Forester in Georgia, United States
Mar 2021 - Jun 2022
Nov 2021

18000 mi
Radio no audio 
Subaru Forester in Iowa, United States
Dec 2020 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022

64000 mi
Fuel evap canister filter plugged. Replaced filter, Covered under extended warranty 
Subaru Forester in New York, United States
Jan 2021 - Jul 2022
Sep 2021

32000 mi

US $200
Replaced pads 
Subaru Forester in Iowa, United States
Dec 2020 - Jun 2022
Mar 2022

7 mi
dashboard noise...better but still not fixed.. b pillar rattle 

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2020 Subaru Forester Repair Histories

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