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Subaru Forester by model year
We have EPA fuel economy for 12 model years of the Subaru Forester (2015–2026). The 2026 model is rated 26–35 mpg combined. Across these years NHTSA's file lists 18 different recall campaigns.
Recall file dated Oct 28, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026
Compare Subaru Forester years
Pick a year for trim-by-trim fuel economy, every recall with its remedy, the components owners complain about most and NHTSA crash-test scores.
| Model year | Versions | EPA combined | Recalls | Complaints | Overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Forester | 4 | 26–35 mpg | 4 | 32 | 5/5 |
| 2025 Forester | 4 | 26–35 mpg | 4 | 99 | 5/5 |
| 2024 Forester | 2 | 26–29 mpg | 2 | 31 | 5/5 |
| 2023 Forester | 2 | 26–29 mpg | 1 | 74 | 5/5 |
| 2022 Forester | 2 | 26–29 mpg | 1 | 100 | 5/5 |
| 2021 Forester | 1 | 29 mpg | 0 | 212 | 5/5 |
| 2020 Forester | 1 | 29 mpg | 0 | 604 | 5/5 |
| 2019 Forester | 1 | 29 mpg | 3 | 834 | 5/5 |
| 2018 Forester | 3 | 24–28 mpg | 3 | 498 | 5/5 |
| 2017 Forester | 3 | 24–28 mpg | 1 | 592 | 5/5 |
| 2016 Forester | 3 | 25–27 mpg | 3 | 416 | 5/5 |
| 2015 Forester | 3 | 25–27 mpg | 3 | 608 | 5/5 |
Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov (DOE/EPA). Recalls and complaints: NHTSA files. A dash means we could not match that year to NHTSA records by name or no rating is published.
Complaint counts grow as a model ages, so older years usually show more complaints than newer ones.
What the numbers mean
EPA combined is the Environmental Protection Agency's blended city and highway estimate from standardized lab tests; ranges cover all engines and drivetrains sold that year. Recalls counts NHTSA safety recall campaigns that name that model year. Complaints counts unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA since 2015. Overall rating is the best NHTSA 5-Star score among the tested versions.
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Latest Subaru Forester recalls
The most recent recall campaigns covering any Subaru Forester year we list. Open a model year for the full description and remedy.
- 26V685000 — Suspension: Front: Control arm: Lower ball joint, reported Oct 19, 2026; model years 2026
- 26V436000 — Equipment: Other: Labels, reported Jul 7, 2026; model years 2025, 2026
- 26V346000 — Visibility: Sun/moon roof assembly, reported May 28, 2026; model years 2026
- 26V106000 — Fuel system, gasoline: Storage: Tank assembly: Filler pipe and cap, reported Feb 23, 2026; model years 2025
- 25V889000 — Structure: Body: Hatchback/liftgate: Hinge and attachments, reported Dec 18, 2025; model years 2026
- 25V419000 — Child seat, reported Jun 19, 2025; model years 2025
- 25V033000 — Wheels, reported Jan 23, 2025; model years 2025
- 23V754000 — Power train: Driveline: Driveshaft, reported Nov 9, 2023; model years 2023, 2024
- 23V755000 — Power train: Automatic transmission: Park/neutral start interlock switch, reported Nov 9, 2023; model years 2022
- 23V723000 — Engine and engine cooling, reported Oct 26, 2023; model years 2024
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether your car is affected with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Sources
- FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
- NHTSA recall and consumer complaint flat files, dated Oct 28, 2026; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
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