2019 Subaru Forester
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Subaru Forester is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 22 on record.
2019 Subaru Forester at a glance
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2019 Subaru Forester recalls 3
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will retorque and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-21.
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving.
Fix: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the short block engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service…
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
Fix: None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall i…
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.
2019 Subaru Forester common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 831 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2019 Subaru Forester MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2019 Subaru Forester worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2019 Subaru Forester costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
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 ($28,854) with the same model 5 model-years older ($20,639), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2019 Subaru Forester trims & engines on record
2019 Subaru Forester vehicles on record
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2019 Subaru Forester — frequently asked questions
Does the 2019 Subaru Forester have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2019 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 2019 Subaru Forester?
Based on 831 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, power train.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Subaru Forester get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2019 Subaru Forester at about 29 mpg combined (26 city / 33 highway).
How much is a 2019 Subaru Forester worth?
Comparable 2019 Subaru Forester listings run roughly $23,100–$34,999, typically around $28,854 (from 20 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.