This page covers 1 recall, 68 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2023 Subaru Forester.
29 mpg combined
8.1 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Owners of the 2023 Forester report two dominant patterns: windshield durability and forward collision avoidance system behavior. On the visibility side, owners frequently describe the windshield chipping or cracking easily, often from minor road debris, with some reporting multiple chips accumulating in a short period. The forward collision avoidance system, Subaru's EyeSight, draws nearly as many complaints, with owners describing the cameras or system switching off and on unexpectedly while driving, sometimes accompanied by warning lights on the dash. Engine complaints are fewer but notable: some owners report stalling events while the vehicle is in motion, with the car failing to restart immediately and multiple warning lights illuminating during the episode. A smaller number of engine reports describe oil leaks, in at least one case severe enough that the low-oil warning never triggered despite the oil level dropping dangerously low.
68
Total Complaints
7
Crash-Related
3
Fire-Related
4
With Injuries
By System
At a glance
What can fail
The outer race in the front driveshaft assembly can develop cracks and break, potentially affecting power delivery to the front wheels.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect both front driveshafts and replace them if needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
