Model year guide

2006 Subaru forester

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Subaru forester is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 23 on record.

2006 Subaru forester — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2006 Subaru forester at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints88
Combined21 mpg
Typical price$5,522

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2006 Subaru forester recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2006 Subaru forester.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2006 Subaru forester common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 88 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Engine
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.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2006 Subaru forester MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,300

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2006 Subaru forester worth?

Low
$3,200
Typical price
$5,522
High
$7,400

From 23 comparable 2006 Subaru forester listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Subaru forester costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,700
Total$20,200
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($5,522) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,843), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2006 Subaru forester trims & engines on record

Trims
2.5X · 2.5XS · awd x · awd x w/prem · awd xs · awd xs ll bean · L.L.Bean · 2.5XT
Engines
2.5L

2006 Subaru forester vehicles on record

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2006 Subaru forester — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Subaru forester have any safety recalls?

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2006 Subaru forester.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Subaru forester?

Based on 88 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, steering, vehicle speed control.

What gas mileage does the 2006 Subaru forester get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2006 Subaru forester at about 21 mpg combined (19 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2006 Subaru forester worth?

Comparable 2006 Subaru forester listings run roughly $3,200–$7,400, typically around $5,522 (from 23 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.