2019 Subaru Forester Recalls
3 NHTSA safety recalls on record for the 2019 Subaru Forester — components, risks, and free remedies, plus how to check your exact VIN.
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2019 Subaru Forester, reported between 2019-02-06 and 2021-04-15. They cover the engine and engine cooling, steering and suspension. The most recent is campaign 21V263000 (2021-04-15), suspension / rear. Recall repairs are free at franchised Subaru dealers, and a VIN check shows which campaigns apply to a specific vehicle.
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2019 Subaru Forester recalls (NHTSA)
| Campaign # | Reported | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
21V263000 |
2021-04-15 | SUSPENSION:REAR | 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. | 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. |
19V856000 |
2019-12-02 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV) | 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. | 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 at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUW-08. |
19V065000 |
2019-02-06 | STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | 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. | 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 is WUC-88. |
Source: U.S. NHTSA recalls database. Recalls apply to specific build dates/batches — decode your VIN to confirm which apply to your exact vehicle. Last updated .
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How many recalls does the 2019 Subaru Forester have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2019 Subaru Forester, covering the engine and engine cooling (1), steering (1) and suspension (1).
What is the most recent recall on the 2019 Subaru Forester?
Campaign 21V263000, reported to NHTSA on 2021-04-15, for the suspension / rear. Subaru of America, Inc.
How do I check if my 2019 Subaru Forester has an open recall?
NHTSA tracks recalls by VIN, because a recall usually applies only to specific production dates and component batches — not every 2019 Subaru Forester. Decode your 17-character VIN on VinSnap (or NHTSA's own VIN lookup) to see exactly which recalls apply to your vehicle and whether the free remedy has already been completed.
Are recall repairs free on a 2019 Subaru Forester?
Yes. Under U.S. law, safety-recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised Subaru dealers, regardless of the vehicle's age, mileage, or warranty status. You should not be charged for parts or labour on an open safety recall.
What should I do if my 2019 Subaru Forester has an open safety recall?
Contact a franchised Subaru dealer with your VIN and book the free recall repair. If the recall is marked "Park It" or "Park Outside", follow that guidance immediately. Keep your contact details current with the manufacturer so recall notices reach you.