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2003 SUBARU Forester
3 Recalls for 2003 SUBARU Forester
| Recall Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 2011-09-06 | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM | SUBARU IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2002-2007 IMPREZA, MODEL YEAR 2003-2008 FORESTER, AND MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 SAAB 9-2X VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 5, 2000 THROUGH NOVEMBER 26, 2007 ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN, MASSACHUSETTS, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW YORK, PENNSYLVANIA, VERMONT, WISCONSIN, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW JERSEY, OHIO, RHODE ISLAND, WEST VIRGINIA AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. Remedy: SUBARU WILL HANDLE THEIR VEHICLES AND SAAB WILL HANDLE THEIRS. DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DEGREE OF CORROSION OF THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS, AND WILL EITHER RUSTPROOF OR REPLACE THEM. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007. |
| 2003-02-20 | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, “SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.” THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE/LATCH ASSEMBLIES WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE/LATCH ASSEMBLIES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 19, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783. |
| 2002-10-30 | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION PARKING ROD. WHEN THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER IS PLACED IN THE “P” (PARK) POSITION, THE TRANSMISSION PARK MECHANISM, THAT IS INTENDED TO HOLD YOUR VEHICLE, MAY NOT ENGAGE. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PARKING ROD ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION JANUARY 8, 2003. AN INTERIM OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BE SENT DURING NOVEMBER 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SUBARU AT 1-800-782-2783. |
5 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2003 SUBARU Forester
| Date | Component | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-05-09 | engine | |||
| 2012-03-03 | engine | |||
| 2011-07-12 | engine | |||
| 2011-05-12 | accelerator/throttle | |||
| 2011-05-12 | accelerator/throttle |
183 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2003 SUBARU Forester
| Date | Component | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004-11-05 |
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
ODI Number: 10099507 | |||
| 2016-10-12 |
SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 10915550 | |||
| 2017-06-03 |
SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 10992972 | |||
| 2017-05-01 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10981767 | |||
| 2017-03-14 |
SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 10965952 | |||
| 2021-02-08 |
ENGINE | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11395140 | |||
| 2021-02-08 |
ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11395139 | |||
| 2021-02-02 |
EQUIPMENT
ODI Number: 11394379 | |||
| 2017-01-07 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10940304 | |||
| 2017-01-06 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10940238 | |||
| 2016-11-17 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10926595 | |||
| 2020-11-09 |
SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 11373776 | |||
| 2019-08-28 |
AIR BAGS | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11252119 | |||
| 2019-06-15 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 11220275 | |||
| 2018-08-17 |
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 11120592 | |||
| 2018-03-23 |
SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 11081121 | |||
| 2018-11-01 |
SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 11144642 | |||
| 2018-01-05 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11060857 | |||
| 2018-01-04 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11058454 | |||
| 2017-12-29 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 11057291 | |||
| 2016-05-05 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10863463 | |||
| 2016-02-11 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10825616 | |||
| 2016-01-30 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10823244 | |||
| 2016-01-10 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10819216 | |||
| 2015-12-28 |
SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 10816427 | |||
| 2015-09-28 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10777985 | |||
| 2015-09-14 |
SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 10763615 | |||
| 2015-09-01 |
STRUCTURE:BODY | SUSPENSION | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10760826 | |||
| 2015-06-05 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10723665 | |||
| 2015-04-23 |
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
ODI Number: 10712386 | |||
| 2015-03-03 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10691717 | |||
| 2015-02-22 |
ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10689801 | |||
| 2015-02-16 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10683580 | |||
| 2015-02-08 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10682025 | |||
| 2015-02-09 |
SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 10682078 | |||
| 2015-01-16 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10672937 | |||
| 2015-01-09 |
STRUCTURE | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
ODI Number: 10671386 | |||
| 2015-01-05 |
STRUCTURE:BODY | VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 10670261 | |||
| 2015-01-09 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10671351 | |||
| 2015-01-08 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10670993 | |||
| 2014-12-30 |
ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10669202 | |||
| 2014-12-02 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10661503 | |||
| 2014-11-14 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10655002 | |||
| 2014-11-19 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10659175 | |||
| 2014-11-12 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10654595 | |||
| 2014-09-30 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10640252 | |||
| 2014-09-11 |
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS | SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 10632518 | |||
| 2014-07-31 |
AIR BAGS | STEERING | SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 10617956 | |||
| 2014-06-16 |
EQUIPMENT
ODI Number: 10598199 | |||
| 2014-06-16 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10598597 | |||
| 2014-05-28 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10594571 | |||
| 2014-05-11 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10587646 | |||
| 2014-02-15 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10564526 | |||
| 2014-02-10 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10563722 | |||
| 2014-01-28 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10561917 | |||
| 2014-02-05 |
TIRES
ODI Number: 10562998 | |||
| 2014-01-25 |
ENGINE | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10561439 | |||
| 2014-02-07 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10563334 | |||
| 2014-01-29 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10562074 | |||
| 2014-02-08 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10563471 | |||
| 2014-01-30 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10562186 | |||
| 2014-01-30 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10562159 | |||
| 2014-01-28 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10561792 | |||
| 2014-01-22 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10561034 | |||
| 2014-01-06 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10558579 | |||
| 2014-01-07 |
ENGINE | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10558941 | |||
| 2014-01-07 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10558933 | |||
| 2014-01-08 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10559069 | |||
| 2014-01-21 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10560752 | |||
| 2014-01-21 |
SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 10560750 | |||
| 2014-01-07 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10558867 | |||
| 2014-01-09 |
ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10559281 | |||
| 2014-01-03 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10558415 | |||
| 2013-12-17 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10556307 | |||
| 2013-12-23 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10557095 | |||
| 2013-12-31 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10558036 | |||
| 2013-12-08 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10555207 | |||
| 2013-11-26 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10553887 | |||
| 2013-11-24 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10553602 | |||
| 2013-11-27 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10553958 | |||
| 2013-09-20 |
AIR BAGS | SEAT BELTS
ODI Number: 10544615 | |||
| 2013-09-03 |
AIR BAGS | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10537652 | |||
| 2013-07-12 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10524573 | |||
| 2013-07-18 |
VISIBILITY/WIPER | VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
ODI Number: 10525666 | |||
| 2013-03-10 |
WHEELS
ODI Number: 10502241 | |||
| 2013-01-28 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10494888 | |||
| 2013-01-25 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10494764 | |||
| 2013-01-24 |
ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10494578 | |||
| 2013-01-04 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10491465 | |||
| 2012-12-10 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10487891 | |||
| 2012-08-15 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10470754 | |||
| 2012-07-19 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10466580 | |||
| 2012-06-21 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10462559 | |||
| 2012-06-18 |
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 10462062 | |||
| 2012-04-06 |
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
ODI Number: 10454345 | |||
| 2012-04-02 |
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
ODI Number: 10453867 | |||
| 2012-03-01 |
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
ODI Number: 10449967 | |||
| 2012-03-02 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 10450053 | |||
| 2011-06-13 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10406111 | |||
| 2011-06-08 |
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
ODI Number: 10405578 | |||
| 2011-03-09 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 10389662 | |||
| 2011-03-03 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10386335 | |||
| 2011-02-17 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10383098 | |||
| 2011-01-24 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10378535 | |||
| 2010-12-25 |
TIRES
ODI Number: 10372377 | |||
| 2010-12-15 |
AIR BAGS | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 10371528 | |||
| 2010-12-13 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10370352 | |||
| 2010-04-21 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10326824 | |||
| 2010-03-08 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10317697 | |||
| 2010-02-26 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10314538 | |||
| 2010-01-31 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10303426 | |||
| 2010-01-03 |
WHEELS
ODI Number: 10297928 | |||
| 2009-08-28 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10282174 | |||
| 2009-08-26 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 10281824 | |||
| 2009-05-08 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 10268187 | |||
| 2009-02-20 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10259419 | |||
| 2009-01-16 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10255356 | |||
| 2008-12-25 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10252787 | |||
| 2009-01-04 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10253756 | |||
| 2009-01-09 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 10254368 | |||
| 2008-10-28 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10246929 | |||
| 2008-11-12 |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
ODI Number: 10248588 | |||
| 2008-09-06 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10241195 | |||
| 2008-09-23 |
STRUCTURE
ODI Number: 10243272 | |||
| 2008-07-28 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10235978 | |||
| 2008-05-19 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 10228226 | |||
| 2008-03-26 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 10222830 | |||
| 2007-11-25 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10209852 | |||
| 2007-09-24 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
ODI Number: 10203929 | |||
| 2007-07-18 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10196698 | |||
| 2007-07-18 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10196664 | |||
| 2007-07-26 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10197597 | |||
| 2007-07-23 |
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
ODI Number: 10197275 | |||
| 2007-07-02 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
ODI Number: 10195139 | |||
| 2007-03-06 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
ODI Number: 10184384 | |||
| 2007-02-11 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 10182280 | |||
| 2007-02-06 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
ODI Number: 10181794 | |||
| 2007-01-10 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 10178337 | |||
| 2006-12-17 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 10176336 | |||
| 2006-10-07 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10170184 | |||
| 2006-09-14 |
AIR BAGS | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
ODI Number: 10168258 | |||
| 2006-08-21 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10166138 | |||
| 2006-07-11 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
ODI Number: 10162089 | |||
| 2006-07-11 |
AIR BAGS | SEAT BELTS:FRONT
ODI Number: 10162162 | |||
| 2006-04-14 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 10155374 | |||
| 2006-02-28 |
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW | SEAT BELTS:FRONT | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
ODI Number: 10151477 | |||
| 2005-07-15 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10130186 | |||
| 2005-05-13 |
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
ODI Number: 10121565 | |||
| 2005-05-13 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10117512 | |||
| 2005-03-02 |
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
ODI Number: 10108982 | |||
| 2005-01-09 |
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
ODI Number: 10106021 | |||
| 2005-02-16 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10107426 | |||
| 2004-11-05 |
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
ODI Number: 10099507 | |||
| 2004-11-23 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
ODI Number: 10100396 | |||
| 2004-10-06 |
CHILD SEAT:TETHER: STRAP/WEBBING
ODI Number: 10095278 | |||
| 2004-10-08 |
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
ODI Number: 10095511 | |||
| 2004-09-13 |
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
ODI Number: 10091893 | |||
| 2004-07-09 |
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
ODI Number: 10080671 | |||
| 2004-07-06 |
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
ODI Number: 10081850 | |||
| 2004-06-14 |
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
ODI Number: 10075374 | |||
| 2004-06-30 |
TIRES
ODI Number: 10079074 | |||
| 2004-04-21 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
ODI Number: 10068644 | |||
| 2003-11-24 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
ODI Number: 10047507 | |||
| 2003-12-10 |
AIR BAGS | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
ODI Number: 10044678 | |||
| 2003-09-29 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
ODI Number: 10041821 | |||
| 2003-09-30 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10041973 | |||
| 2003-09-24 |
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ODI Number: 10040509 | |||
| 2003-09-21 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10039256 | |||
| 2003-07-28 |
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
ODI Number: 10031286 | |||
| 2003-08-21 |
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
ODI Number: 10033278 | |||
| 2003-07-22 |
SEATS
ODI Number: 10029898 | |||
| 2003-07-24 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 10029067 | |||
| 2003-07-30 |
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
ODI Number: 10030465 | |||
| 2003-06-11 |
PARKING BRAKE | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS
ODI Number: 10022861 | |||
| 2003-05-03 |
SEATS
ODI Number: 10016975 | |||
| 2003-04-18 |
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ODI Number: 10017140 | |||
| 2003-03-20 |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
ODI Number: 10010778 | |||
| 2003-03-17 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 10011889 | |||
| 2003-03-06 |
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
ODI Number: 10008519 | |||
| 2003-02-12 |
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
ODI Number: 10005753 | |||
| 2002-11-26 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
ODI Number: 8023388 | |||
| 2002-06-26 |
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW | SEATS
ODI Number: 8012678 | |||
| 2002-10-21 |
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
ODI Number: 566337 |
4 Investigations for 2003 SUBARU Forester
| Date Opened | Date Closed | Component | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-04-07 | 2011-09-23 | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM | |
| 2011-04-07 | 2011-09-23 | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM | |
| 2011-04-07 | 2011-09-23 | SUSPENSION:FRONT | |
| 2011-04-07 | 2011-09-23 | SUSPENSION |
64 Service Alerts for 2003 SUBARU Forester
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2022-03-18 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during diagnosis and repair of the Infotainment concerns. (Applicable to all models with Harman or Denso CP1 Infotainment). Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-01-12 | 101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-01-12 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-01-12 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-01-04 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-01-04 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-07-26 | 020000 SUSPENSION
Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has determined that affected vehicles listed, may have been manufactured with front lower control arms (transverse links) that could corrode in the hanger bracket area if exposed to salt for a prolonged period. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-07 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin is to advise of SOA⿿s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-07 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin is to advise of SOA⿿s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-17 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-17 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2005-01-19 | 162620 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT
THE DAMPING STRUCTURE FOR THE REAR GATE STAY HAS BEEN CHANGED FROM A SINGLE TO A DUAL TYPE DAMPER STYLE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-01-12 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-02-01 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-04-30 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices) Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-26 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models listed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-04 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Special Service Tools Cross Reference List. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-03-10 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Bulletin provides information regarding DTC P0606 related specifically to the determination of this code on Forester Turbo and applicable WRX models. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-03-10 | 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
This Bulletin provides information regarding DTC P0606 related specifically to the determination of this code on Forester Turbo and applicable WRX models. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-03-10 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This Bulletin provides information regarding DTC P0606 related specifically to the determination of this code on Forester Turbo and applicable WRX models. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-03-10 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This Bulletin provides information regarding DTC P0606 related specifically to the determination of this code on Forester Turbo and applicable WRX models. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-05-06 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-07-11 | 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven o Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-05-21 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-10-26 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-10-26 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-10-26 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-10-26 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-10-26 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-04-12 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Subaru vehicles from the 2000MY to present. This bulletin iden Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-04-12 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Subaru vehicles from the 2000MY to present. This bulletin iden Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-04-12 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Subaru vehicles from the 2000MY to present. This bulletin iden Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-02-06 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns. This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface of the rocker cover. The new o-ring utilizes material whic Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-02-06 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns. This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface of the rocker cover. The new o-ring utilizes material whic Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-06-17 | 015100 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
If you encounter a vehicle that has a groaning type noise coming from the power steering pump when the wheel is turned to the full right or left position when the vehicle is parked, it may be caused by the relief valve vibrating within the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-06-17 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
If you encounter a vehicle that has a groaning type noise coming from the power steering pump when the wheel is turned to the full right or left position when the vehicle is parked, it may be caused by the relief valve vibrating within the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-02-06 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns. This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface of the rocker cover. The new o-ring utilizes material whi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-01-11 | 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
( 2017-2018MY Impreza – 5 Dr Only) Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-30 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-12-27 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the internal contact portion of the oil pressure switch to increase durability Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-11-16 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2003-07-01 | 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT REGARDING TECHTIPS – A SUBARU SERVICE / TECHNICAL SUPPORT LINE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER – SPECIAL EDITION FORESTER. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2005-09-09 | 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
2.5L REMANUFACTURED SOHC SHORT BLOCK RELEASE. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2003-05-19 | 101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
CLUTCH PEDAL STICKING. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2003-03-21 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
FLOOR MAT HOOK REPAIR. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2005-03-01 | 140000 AIR BAGS
SRS CODES 41 & 42. SUBARU TECH TIPS. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-07-06 | 351130 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:TANK VALVE/GAUGE
IF YOU ENCOUNTER A VEHICLE THAT HAS A GROANING TYPE NOISE COMING FROM THE POWER STEERING PUMP WHEN THE WHEEL IS TURNED TO THE FULL RIGHT OR LEFT POSITION WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PARKED, IT MAY BE CAUSED BY THE RELIEF VALVE VIBRATING WITHIN THE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-01-15 | 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR HIGH-PITCHED SOUND FROM EXTENSION HOUSING AREA USING LATEST GENERATION PRODUCTION PARTS – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES PRODUCTION CHANGE, REPAIR PROCEDURE AND PARTS INFORMATION TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A HIGH-PITCHED Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2002-12-23 | 021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
NEW PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING REAR WHEEL BEARINGS. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2002-12-01 | 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED 4EAT TRANSMISSION PARKING PAWL ROD. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2011-02-03 | 190000 TIRES
SUBARU: THERE IS A STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS DUE TO AN IMPORPER WHEEL BALANCE. *RM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2003-11-28 | 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
FRONT AND REAR DOOR PANEL CLIPS. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2004-08-30 | 142000 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
AVAILABILITY OF HARNESS REPAIR AND CLIP KIT FOR SERVICE BULLETIN 17-07-04 SRS SIDE AIR BAG SYSTEM. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2004-08-05 | 142000 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
TROUBLE CODE 41 AND 42 IN THE DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM OF THE SRS SIDE AIR BAG SYSTEM. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2012-12-13 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR HIGH-PITCHED SOUND FROM EXTENSION HOUSING AREA USING LATEST GENERATION PRODUCTION PARTS Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2012-12-11 | 105400 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CENTER SUPPORT BEARING
THIS BULLETIN REVIEWS A CHANGE TO THE PART NUMBERS USED FOR THE TRANSFER DRIVEN GEAR BEARINGS. THESE REVISED BEARINGS ARE TO BE USED TO ENHANCE DURABILITY. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2003-09-01 | 136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
WASHER NOZZLES-MAY ENCOUNTER POOR DISCHARGE FROM THE LEFT FRONT WINDSHIELD WASHER. *SC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2003-09-01 | 140000 AIR BAGS
AIRBAG CONNECTORS WERE DIFFICULT FOR THE TECHNICIANS TO GET APART FOR THE SIDE AIRBAG ON SOME VEHICLES. *SC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2003-09-01 | 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
CREAKING NOISE FROM DOOR CHECKER. *SC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2006-02-01 | 061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
RUBBING MARK ON TIMING BELT. SUBARU. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2004-02-15 | 034520 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
DISC BRAKE PAD MODIFICATION FOR UNEVEN OR PREMATURE WORN BRAKE PADS. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2003-02-14 | 151400 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
STOP SALE ORDER ON VEHICLES WITH PROBLEMS WITH THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE LATCH. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2002-01-04 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
SUBJECT REGARDING AUTO DIMMING ELECTROCHROMIC COMPASS MIRROR TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE. *SLC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2005-01-19 | 162620 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE
THE DAMPING STRUCTURE FOR THE REAR GATE STAY HAS BEEN CHANGED FROM A SINGLE TO A DUAL TYPE DAMPER STYLE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2003 SUBARU Forester
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