Model year guide

2007 Subaru forester

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2007 Subaru forester is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 23 on record.

2007 Subaru forester at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints72
Combined21 mpg
Typical price$5,623

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

2007 Subaru forester recalls 1

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm NHTSA Campaign #11V464000 · 06/09/2011

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 JER…

Fix: 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. OWN…

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.

2007 Subaru forester common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 72 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.
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.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2007 Subaru forester MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,250

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

What's a 2007 Subaru forester worth?

Low
$4,000
Typical price
$5,623
High
$7,995

From 22 comparable 2007 Subaru forester listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2007 Subaru forester costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,250
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,350
Total$19,600
Per mile$0.26

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 ($5,623) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,286), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2007 Subaru forester trims & engines on record

Trims
2.5X · awd x premium · 2.5XS · awd x · L.L.Bean
Engines
2.5L

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2007 Subaru forester — frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Subaru forester have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2007 Subaru forester. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Subaru forester?

Based on 72 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, engine, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2007 Subaru forester get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2007 Subaru forester at about 21 mpg combined (19 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2007 Subaru forester worth?

Comparable 2007 Subaru forester listings run roughly $4,000–$7,995, typically around $5,623 (from 22 vehicles).

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