2023 Subaru Forester Recalls & Known Issues
Check recalls and known issues for the 2023 Subaru Forester. Safety information and reliability rating.
Reliability Overview
goodThe 2023 Subaru Forester has one documented NHTSA recall for a front driveshaft defect affecting certain vehicles. Overall reliability is generally good, with the most common owner complaints centered on windshield fragility, electronics behavior, and occasional battery-related issues.
Open Recalls (1)
Power Train: Driveline: Driveshaft
Certain 2023-2024 Forester vehicles may have front driveshaft assemblies whose outer race can crack and break, which can lead to loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway if parked without the parking brake engaged.
Campaign: 23V754 | Reported: 2023-11-09
Known Issues
Windshield cracking or chip sensitivity
Typical mileage: 10,000-50,000
$250 - $1,200
Infotainment system lag or freezing
Typical mileage: 5,000-40,000
$0 - $400
Battery drain or weak battery issues
Typical mileage: 10,000-60,000
$150 - $350
EyeSight / driver-assist false alerts or intermittent warnings
Typical mileage: 5,000-50,000
$0 - $300
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