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2006 Subaru Forester Other Problems

Other complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2006 Subaru Forester has 5 NHTSA other complaints and 0 other-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2006 Subaru Forester

Engine
18
Speed Control
15
Steering
9
Suspension
6
Electrical
6
Other
5
Structure
5
Airbags
4
Tires
4
Fuel System
4
Lights
3
Powertrain
3

5

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Other Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Oct 27, 2019FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMWHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE IN COLD WHETHER, THE CABIN FILLS UP WITH THE SMELL OF GAS. AFTER DOING SO...
Jun 18, 2018UNKNOWN OR OTHERWENT TO DEALERSHIP (HERITAGE, SUBARU IN CATONSVILLE, MD) TO GET LEVER CONTROL ARM ON 2006 SUBARU FO...
May 10, 2016UNKNOWN OR OTHERI PURCHASED A 2006 SUBARU FORESTER FROM A USED CAR DEALERSHIP ON 5/10/2016.. IT HAD A NEW CAR SMELL ...
Nov 1, 2014FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMTHE PASSENGER CABIN SMELLS LIKE GAS DUE A FUEL LEAK. IT ONLY HAPPENS IN VERY COLD WEATHER. *TR
Mar 10, 2014FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMON COLD MORNINGS, THE CAR SMELLS VERY STRONGLY OF FUEL. THE ODOR GOES AWAY AFTER WARMING UP, AND IS...

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