2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
JF2SHADC5BH729015
Vehicle history report for the 2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium (VIN JF2SHADC5BH729015). Red, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 2.5L 4-cyl, gasoline. 24,679 mi reported. Registered in Pa. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2011 Subaru Forester.
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2011 Subaru Forester.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 147 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Subaru Forester, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 3 involved a crash 🔥 1 involved a fire 🚑 2 reported injuries
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 147
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2011 Subaru Forester.
ENGINE
Concerned over oil being burnt up at a significant rate, have to add a quart per tank of gas. Theres distinct burnt oil smell after driving. Concerned my car needs to be included in the oil consumption recall.
NHTSA ODI #11634773SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I have a single-owner 2011 automatic-transmission Subaru Forester [145k miles]. In a parking lot, I started the car as usual and shifted into reverse. I immediately noticed another car was approaching behind me and reflexively pushed on the brake to give the oncoming vehicle the right of way. As I pushed on the brake, the car suddenly and without warning sur…
NHTSA ODI #11624510ENGINE
The contact owns a 2011 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment, and the vehicle began to fill with smoke, prompting her to immediately stop and exit the vehicle. Upon exiting the vehicle, the contact observed that the vehicle had become engulfed in flames, and l…
Fire · 1 injured · NHTSA ODI #11574868ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
My car randomly turns off when reducing speed. It caused an accident a few days ago. I have had multiple mechanics try to figure out the problem but the only thing that comes up on the diagnostic tool is it needed 1 coil replaced. They have all been replaced and still won't go away. The Che k engine light is on. And the car uses about a quart or more of oil…
Crash · NHTSA ODI #11551440VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
unintended sudden acceleration defects without warning without driver input. I could kill & be killed. It can happen again! I backed up a little in an angle moving away from parking. Suddenly, without any warning, the car took off and frantically flew backward, passing a stop sign (offense), crossing the main road 4 lanes, perpendicular to the marked lanes (…
Crash · NHTSA ODI #11547379ENGINE
We have come to learn that our 2011 Forester with 95,229 miles is now burning (internally) oil at an alarming rate. The car was making a funny noise so we had it towed to the dealership and they found it was low by 4.8 quarts of oil. The last oil change was at 91,749 and this issue was discovered at 95,229 or 3480 miles driven and 4.8 quarts of oil is "mis…
NHTSA ODI #11539303STEERING,ENGINE
I bought my vehicle new from Oakland Subaru. From the beginning I had to add about a quart of oil every month and a half to two months. I thought this was normal. When my vehicle had approximately 73,800miles, I went to Fremont Subaru for a regular motor oil change. I was asked about the oil consumption. After I reported how much oil I had been replacing on …
NHTSA ODI #11528033SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2011 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, she depressed the brake pedal however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that his wife used the parking brake to stop vehicle. The service brake warning light was illuminated prior to the failure. The contact then stated that u…
NHTSA ODI #11503801+ 139 more complaints on record.
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JF2SHADC5BH729015 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Japan. It decodes to the 2011 Subaru Forester.
Does the 2011 Subaru Forester have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2011 Subaru Forester. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2011 Subaru Forester?
Comparable 2011 Subaru Forester listings run roughly $8,950–$18,700, typically around $14,342 (from 170 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2011 Subaru Forester get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Subaru Forester at about 22 mpg combined (20 city / 25 highway).
Data last checked 7 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.