2013 Subaru Forester vs 2015 Subaru Forester
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Subaru Forester | 2015 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 77 | 613 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 374 | 492 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 53 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 25–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 52,500 mi | 45,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Forester | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 26 | 131 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 101 |
| Power Train | 6 | 95 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 82 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 70 |
| Suspension | 0 | 66 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 55 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 34 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 7 | 18 |
| Stalling | 5 | 49 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 25 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 41 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 28 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 27 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 22 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 19 |
2013 Subaru Forester
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.