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2006 Subaru Forester Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2006 Subaru Forester has 3 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-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

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Aug 11, 2011POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SUBARU FORESTER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING AT 5 MPH, THE V...
May 15, 2006POWER TRAINMY WIFE AND LEASED TWO NEW 2006 SUBARU FORESTERS IN MAY 2006. SINCE WE OBTAINED THE VEHICLES BOTH E...
Nov 15, 2005POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLTHIS IS A REPEATABLE EVENT THAT COULD LEAD TO AN INJURY: PURCHASED A NEW 2006 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5...

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