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2020 Subaru Forester Brakes Problems

Brakes complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2020 Subaru Forester has 4 NHTSA brakes complaints and 0 brakes-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2020 Subaru Forester

Visibility
287
Other
94
Electrical
92
Engine
31
Powertrain
28
Structure
13
Steering
11
Speed Control
10
Airbags
9
Brakes
4
Lights
3

4

Complaints

0

Recalls

2

Injuries Reported

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

All Brakes Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Sep 8, 2022SERVICE BRAKESI have a 2020 subaru forester with low mileage. A few weeks ago, I started to move forward when th...
Aug 2, 2022PARKING BRAKE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLThe contact owns a 2020 Subaru Forester. The contact stated as she pulled into a parking space, the ...
Feb 23, 2022SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCEAutomatic braking system failed and led to a front end collision immediately a fire broke out under...
Sep 15, 2021SERVICE BRAKESWhen I apply brakes to stop, the car surges forward.

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