2024 Subaru Forester recalls

2 safety recalls, 31 owner complaints and a 5-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

2Recalls
31Complaints
6Crashes & fires reported
5/5NHTSA overall rating

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2024 Subaru Forester recall list

Power Train recall

23V-754
November 9, 2023 · Subaru of America, Inc.
Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles. The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.
Safety risk
A broken driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power while driving or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake engaged. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the left and right front driveshafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRP-23.

Engine and Engine Cooling recall

23V-723
October 26, 2023 · Subaru of America, Inc.
Problem
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Forester vehicles. The engine water pipe may have loose attachment bolts, allowing the pipe to lose its seal and leak coolant.
Safety risk
Leaking coolant can contact a hot exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Subaru’s independent distributor processing facilities will tighten the water pipe attachment bolts. The affected vehicles have not been delivered to dealers or sold to owners and therefore, no owner notification letters will be sent. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRO-23.

2024 Subaru Forester owner complaints

31 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Unknown or Other9
Air Bags7
Forward Collision Avoidance5
Visibility/Wiper5
Structure2
Exterior Lighting2
Wheels1
Engine1
Lane Departure1
Tires1

Recent complaints

October 20, 2026Forward Collision AvoidanceCrash

Driving in stop and go traffic. Cruise control wouldn't work. Forward collision warning didn't work. Auto braking didn't work.

October 9, 2026Wheels

The contact owns a 2024 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that after the rear driver’s side tire became flat, the temporary spare tire was mounted to the vehicle, and the vehicle was driven to the local auto service center. While the mechanic was attempting to mount the wheel to the vehicle, the lug nuts sheared off, and the contact was unable to be tightened to secure the wheel. The contact was informed of the failure, and the lug nuts were replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 5,000.

August 15, 2026Air BagsStructureForward Collision AvoidanceCrashFire

While driving my grandbaby home I was unable to avoid hitting a deer when it ran into the road. Neither the automatic braking nor the airbags deployed when I hit the deer at the front left side. It destroyed the headlight and damaged the fender and quarterpanel lightly and slightly bent the hood. I was able to pull over safely. When I got out to look at the damage, I could not open the hood but I could see a small flame on the passsenger side of the engine (this would be on the other side of the engine from where I hit the deer.) I grabbed a fire extinguisher from the back of my car but could not get the fire out. I got my grandbaby out safely at that point. Another driver stopped and tried

April 23, 2026Forward Collision Avoidance

I am writing to formally request that the NTSB investigate an apparent defect in the EyeSight driver assistance system installed on the 2024 Subaru Forester. I have experienced repeated instances of unreliable and unsafe behavior, including unexpected alerts and the EyeSight system disengaging on multiple occasions, including during periods of bad weather. These issues occur in situations where the vehicle should continue to function normally and create a significant safety concern for drivers, passengers, and other road users. Given EyeSight’s role in collision avoidance and driver assistance, any defect poses an elevated risk of accidents. I believe this issue may be systemic rather than i

April 23, 2026Unknown or Other

Windshield cracks/chips very easily even when nothing has touched it. I have had 4 cracks in less than 6 months with no reason as to why they are occurring and they are ALL on the driver side, NOTHING on passenger side, which seems very odd. This car was bought brand new in February 2025 and this should not be happening. I believe the windshield is faulty. There is a settlement but my 2024 is not included as it cuts off at 2022. but this is not ok and i can't keep submitting comprehensive windshield repair claims to my insurance.

2024 Subaru Forester crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2024 Subaru Forester SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2024 Subaru Forester: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 16.9%.

2024 Subaru Forester recall FAQ

Does the 2024 Subaru Forester have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2024 Subaru Forester. The most recent, filed November 9, 2023, concerns the power train.

What are the most common 2024 Subaru Forester problems?

Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is unknown or other (9 reports), followed by air bags.

Is the 2024 Subaru Forester safe?

The 2024 Subaru Forester earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2024 Subaru Forester?

Contact any authorized Subaru dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.