2024 Subaru Forester problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 29 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Subaru Forester, filed between 2024-01-23 and 2026-08-15. The most common problem areas are the air bags (7, 24%), visibility/wiper (5, 17%) and forward collision avoidance (4, 14%). Owners reported 4 crashes, 1 fire and 1 injury in these complaints. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2024 Subaru Forester complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 9 | 31% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 7 | 24% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 17% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 14% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 7% | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Air bags: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 29 (24%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 2 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Subaru Forester covers this system.
Visibility/wiper: 5 complaints
- 5 complaints of 29 (17%) name the visibility/wiper — the windshield, windows, mirrors, wipers and defrosters.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Subaru Forester covers this system.
Forward collision avoidance: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 29 (14%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 2 of them also name the air bags; owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Subaru Forester covers this system.
Exterior lighting: 2 complaints
- 2 complaints of 29 (7%) name the exterior lighting — headlights, tail and brake lights and turn signals.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Subaru Forester covers this system.
Structure: 2 complaints
- 2 complaints of 29 (7%) name the structure — the body and frame structure.
- Owners reported 1 crash, 1 fire and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Subaru Forester covers this system.
Back over prevention: 1 complaint
- 1 complaint of 29 (3%) name the back over prevention — the rear-view camera and rear back-over warning systems.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Subaru Forester covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 13 |
| 2025 | 10 |
| 2026 | 6 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names FORESTER, FORESTER WILDERNESS, model year 2024. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2024 Subaru Forester recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Subaru Forester?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2024 Subaru Forester's most common problem areas are the air bags (7 of 29 complaints), visibility/wiper (5 of 29 complaints) and forward collision avoidance (4 of 29 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2024 Subaru Forester have?
NHTSA has 29 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Subaru Forester, including 4 reported crashes and 1 reported fire.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Subaru Forester's problems?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2024 Subaru Forester; 0 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.