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2008 Subaru Forester Airbags Problems

Airbags complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2008 Subaru Forester has 3 NHTSA airbags complaints and 0 airbags-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2008 Subaru Forester

Suspension
11
Engine
8
Other
6
Electrical
5
Steering
4
Speed Control
4
Airbags
3
Fuel System
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

2

Injuries Reported

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

All Airbags Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Nov 8, 2022AIR BAGSThe airbag on driver’s side deployed (malfunctioned)without incident while parked in my garage. It i...
Jan 19, 2018AIR BAGSTHE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HIGH-SPEED CRASH ON I-35 IN DENTON TX. THE CAR WAS REAR-ENDED. BOTH ...
Jul 20, 2010AIR BAGSTL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 SUBARU FORESTER. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS SEATED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT...

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