How many recalls does the 2006 SUBARU FORESTER have?

The 2006 SUBARU FORESTER has 3 recalls on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2006 SUBARU FORESTER?

The most recent recall was issued on December 26, 2012 and relates to the exterior lighting system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 2006 SUBARU FORESTER?

Yes, there are 2 high-risk recalls for the 2006 SUBARU FORESTER involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 2006 SUBARU FORESTER affected by any Canadian recalls?

Yes, there are 1 Transport Canada recall(s) for this vehicle.

2006 SUBARU FORESTER Recalls Canada & USA

2006 SUBARU FORESTER Recalls — Canada & USA

The 2006 Subaru Forester has 3 recalls, the most serious being front lower control arms that can corrode and break, causing loss of vehicle control and raising the risk of a crash. This control arm recall applies to vehicles registered in certain states where road salt and harsh winters accelerate corrosion. On the electrical side, a wire for the immobilizer control module can be pinched inside its housing, causing the engine to fail to start or stall unexpectedly while driving. There is also a concern with the exterior puddle lights, where moisture can work its way into the circuit board or connector over time and cause a short circuit in that lighting system.

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NHTSA (USA)Critical

December 26, 2012

2006–2012 SUBARU FORESTERNHTSA Campaign #12V602000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Defect

Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 Legacy and Outback vehicles, certain model year 2006 through 2012 Tribeca vehicles sold before January 2012, and certain model year 2009 through 2012 Forester vehicles sold before January 2012. Up to 78,650 of these vehicles may have been equipped with accessory puddle lights that, when illuminated, brighten the area under the doors of the vehicle. A short circuit can develop when either the puddle light or connector are exposed to an electrolytic moisture source (such as road spray that has road salt in it) and it penetrates the circuit board of the puddle light or the pins of the puddle light connector(s).

Safety Risk

Over time, migration of the moisture into the circuit board and/or into the connector cavity, may result in a short circuit of the puddle light system. This may generate heat which may melt the plastic resulting in smoke or fire.

Remedy

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional fused-harness, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783 for more information.

633,842 vehicles affectedMfr ref: WQE-41

2006 SUBARU FORESTER Recalls — Canada & USA

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