2015 Subaru Forester engine problems

131 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2015 Subaru Forester — 21% of all complaints for this model year.

131

Engine complaints

21%

share of all complaints

47,500 mi

median reported incident mileage

10 / 3

crash / fire reports

What owners report

“I was parking at the dentist office in their parking lot going slow, turned into a parking space and thought i was slowly braking but my car lunged forward and hit a tree. I would normally be minimally braking, so I'm not sure what happened but it was sudden. I could have hit the gas pedal but i…”
filed Jul 13, 2026
“I was pulling into a parking spot almost stopped when the vehicle suddenly surged forward. I slammed on the brake and put the car in reverse since it had driven upon the walkway. This happened earlier today and I plan to have it checked out as soon as possible . Never have had this problem before…”
filed May 1, 2026

Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.

This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and…
02-193-24R · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 30, 2026
This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and…
02-193-24R · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 13, 2026