At a glance

Reported mileage20,881 mi

LocationTx, USA

ColorBlack

Last listed price$31,998

Open recalls3

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make

Subaru

Model

Forester

Year

2018

Trim

Touring+ES+Navi(H/K)+AP

Body style

Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)

Vehicle type

MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)

Engine

2.5L 4-cyl 170 hp

Cylinders

4

Fuel type

Gasoline

Drivetrain

AWD/All-Wheel Drive

Transmission

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)

Doors

4

Assembly plant

OTA, GUNMA, JAPAN

Manufacturer

SUBARU CORPORATION

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Low

$18,995

Typical price

$23,178

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$28,988

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Safety recalls 3

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.

NHTSA Campaign #21V587000 · 29/07/2021

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.

Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.

NHTSA Campaign #19V701000 · 03/10/2019

TIRES

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Subaru Forester vehicles. The Certification Label may indicate the incorrect wheel size, tire size, and air pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTS-78.

NHTSA Campaign #18V455000 · 10/07/2018

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on 483 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Subaru Forester, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.

💥 1 involved a crash 🚑 3 reported injuries

Electrical System 4 reports

🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Air Bags 3 reports

🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Engine 2 reports

🔍 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.

Seat Belts 2 reports

🔍 Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

Service Brakes 2 reports

🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Visibility 1 report

🔍 Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

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 483

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2018 Subaru Forester.

AIR BAGS

Passenger airbag system doesn’t detect occupancy in seat

NHTSA ODI #11742880

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

June 2025: I proactively replaced the battery October 2025: Left the car parked for 17 days. Dead battery. Got a jump, drove for 2 hours. May 2026: Left the car parked for 10 days. Dead battery. Got a jump, drove to mechanic who replaced it under warranty. Saw article about Subaru class action lawsuit about this issue, so I'm reporting it. I will visit the…

NHTSA ODI #11737089

VISIBILITY

The air conditioning system of my 2017 Subaru Forrester suddenly went out without warning. I noticed a defect when the A/C started buzzing with a high pitched sound and blowing semi-warm air instead of cool. I took my auto to a car repair shop. He provided this diagnostic analysis: Normal coolant level in the system. Performed Leak Detection Test- no detecta…

NHTSA ODI #11731154

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Cascading air conditioning system failures in my 2018 Subaru Forester. The failures occurred in the following sequence: 1. Expansion Valve Failure – The AC expansion valve failed, requiring repair. 2. Evaporator Core Failure – Shortly thereafter, the evaporator core failed, causing complete loss of air conditioning and requiring a second very costly repair. …

NHTSA ODI #11726893

ENGINE

The A/c compressor seized up causing the belt to break. Looked up online and it seems it's a common occurrence with this year and model.

NHTSA ODI #11725910

SEAT BELTS,STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES

My drivers side seatbelt broke in a minor fender bender and was replaced.

Crash · NHTSA ODI #11725931

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Airbag light comes on due to some failure in the passenger seat. This vehicle year has had a recall on the same issue but this VIN number was not included for some reason. Another consumer posted his assessment which I have attached. My vehicle falls under his category. He has sold his since his was never resolved.

NHTSA ODI #11724224