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2005 Subaru Forester Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2005 Subaru Forester has 5 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2005 Subaru Forester

Suspension
20
Other
15
Speed Control
14
Engine
9
Fuel System
8
Brakes
6
Airbags
5
Powertrain
5
Electrical
3
Visibility
3

5

Complaints

0

Recalls

2

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 11, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Nov 22, 2022POWER TRAINThe contact owns a 2005 Subaru Forester. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the vehicle ...
Jan 1, 2015POWER TRAIN2005 SUBARU FORESTER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE SHUDDERS IN FRONT WHEN EXECUTING SHARP ...
Feb 2, 2010POWER TRAIN2005 SUBARU FORESTER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION THE CAR LURCHES UPON STARTING OUT ESPECIALLY IN THE M...
Jan 28, 2010POWER TRAINA FEW TIMES A YEAR, MY 2005 SUBARU FORESTER WITH STICK SHIFT WILL NOT START AFTER PARKING. HOWEVER,...
Mar 20, 2006POWER TRAIN,STRUCTUREON MARCH 20, 2006, THE SYMMETRICAL ALL WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM OF MY 2005 SUBARU FORRESTER XT FAILED, THE...

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