Subaru Forester recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 12 safety recalls naming the Subaru Forester, launched from 2012 to 2022. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Subaru Forester recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 12
- 2012 to 2022
- Latest recall
- 19 September 2022
- R/2022/266
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Subaru Forester recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
THE IMPELLER DEFORMATION MAY CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP TO BECOME INOPERATIVE
R/2022/266, launched 19 September 2022, 99 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Brz
Defect: The fuel pump impeller may cause the pump failure resulting in stalling of the vehicle.
Remedy: Replace the fuel pump assembly.
POTENTIAL FAILURE OF THE IGNITION COIL MODULE CAUSING ENGINE STALL AND A NONE START CONDITION
R/2021/353, launched 1 November 2021, 2,338 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Impreza, XV
Defect: Ignition coils may short circuit and fail.
Remedy: Replace all ignition coils. If a misfire DTC is stored replace the front exhaust pipe.
THE BOLTS OF THE REAR STABILISER BRACKET MIGHT BECOME LOOSE
R/2021/352, launched 1 November 2021, 1,949 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the XV
Defect: The bolts on the rear stabilizer bracket might become loose.
Remedy: Inspect the bolts and tighten them to the’specifiedtorque. If the bolt(s) are missing new bolts will be’attached.
DUE TO IMPROPER ECM PROGRAMMING UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES THE IGNITION COIL MAY BE ENERGIZED LONGER THAN DESIGNED AFTER THE ENGINE IS OFF
R/2020/316, launched 15 November 2020, 2,338 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Impreza, XV
Defect: Possible engine stall and restart failure.
Remedy: Re-programme the engine control module and replace if required the ignition coil.
SILICONE GAS MAY SEEP INTO STOP LIGHT SWITCH HOUSING AND LEAD TO A CONDUCTION FAILURE
R/2019/106, launched 8 April 2019, 6,975 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Impreza, Wrx, XV
Defect: The vehicle’s brake lights may not operate properly.
Remedy: The brake light switch will be replaced on affected vehicles.
THE LOAD MAY EXCEED THE VALVE SPRING'S FATIGUE STRENGTH AND THE SPRING MAY FRACTURE
R/2019/025, launched 1 March 2019, 812 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Brz, Impreza, Legacy, Outback, XV
Defect: Engine valve springs may fracture.
Remedy: Replace all engine valve springs.
CLUTCH PIPE MAY CONTACT BULKHEAD WIRING AND POTENTIALLY CAUSE THE ENGINE TO CUT OUT
R/2018/333, launched 1 January 2019, 1,146 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Clutch pipe may contact and damage the bulkhead wiring.
Remedy: Check and replace clutch pipe and wiring replace as necessary.
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY RUPTURE IN A DEPLOYMENT EVENT
R/2018/141, launched 23 July 2018, 7,589 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Impreza, Legacy, Outback
Defect: Potential injury if Airbag deployed
Remedy: On Affected vehicles replace Airbag inflator unit
ENGINE MAY STALL
R/2016/147, launched 1 August 2016, 255 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Legacy, Outback, Wrx
Defect: The crack on air intake ducts could cause the engine rough idle lower the power and the engine stall. Engine may stall whilst driving. Possible safety hazard whilst driving in traffic
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check date on air intake duct. Depending on finds the air intake ducts may have to be replaced.
BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK
R/2014/127, launched 30 November 2014, 21,343 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Impreza, Legacy, Outback
Defect: It is possible that corrosion can form on unprotected hidden brake pipes. This could result in the failure of the pipes and loss of brake fluid which can affect the brake system and ultimately cause reduced braking efficiency.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to inspect and if required replace the subject brake pipes.
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
R/2013/117, launched 10 January 2014, 80 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Impreza
Defect: It is possible that the main engine wiring harness may have been incorrectly routed within the engine bay. This can allow the harness to chaff on the engine inlet manifold. This can result in damage to the harness which will either cause rough running of the engine illumination of the engine management light or in the extreme cases cause the engine to cut out.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to check the routing of the harness and if necessary reroute and repair the harness.
LOWER CONTROL ARMS MAY FAIL
R/2011/146, launched 15 January 2012, 22,928 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Impreza
Defect: The front Transverse links (lower Control Arms) may corrode leading to possible breakage if left without treatment.
Remedy: Either additional rust proofing or replacement of the Transverse links will be performed according to the degree of corrosion.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Subaru Forester, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Subaru dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.