2014 Subaru Forester suspension problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Jun 23, 2024CACrashEngineSuspensionTransmission & Drivetrain

   Basically, as I was driving on the freeway with my son and his brother, I got 5 lights flashing on dashboard. Abs at temp check engine cruise control hill assist vss etc.. the code were for cut but before I could check them everything shut down. Car went dark, no brakes and burning smell as well as burns oil. Front end damage on car with passenger side damage. Car started back up next day called Subaru and because it’s 2014 forester, may not qualify but it only has 126k on…

   NHTSA complaint #11595987 · source
2. Filed Nov 10, 2023CASuspension

   During driving on the highway control arm failure causing wheel bearing failure and loss of control of the vehicle putting my safety and others at risk of collision at high speeds. Thankfully no major issue occurred and the vehicle was taken to be confirmed and fixed immediately. I paid for all service repairs out of pocket The vehicle was inspected and issue confirmed by independent service center. There was no warning prior to the issue.

   NHTSA complaint #11554583 · source
3. Filed May 3, 2023FLSuspension

   Car started to excessively shake at 60,000 miles. The control arm bushings wore out. After doing some research, there was a technical service bulletin issued by Subaru on this issue which changed the design of the bushings. However, they did not notify owners.

   NHTSA complaint #11520230 · source
4. Filed Jun 17, 202178,000 miNYSteeringSuspension

   The contact owns a 2014 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 mph, the steering wheel moved back and forth while on cruise control with the tires wobbling. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and diagnosed that the front driver’s and passenger’s side tires were able to move 6-8 inches without effort. The steering gear and all four tires were replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure…

   NHTSA complaint #11421275 · source
5. Filed Oct 27, 202075,000 miCABody & StructureEngineSuspension

   Oil is constantly having to be checked because this vehicle goes through lots of oil. I've put a newer engine in the car due to the first one doing this. Also the front right cv joint is about to need replacement and is loud. Both of these issues have happened as soon as i bought the car april 2020.also, cruise control works on and off literally back windows won't come down, horn won't honk and bluetooth is horrible.

   NHTSA complaint #11366615 · source
6. Filed Jul 28, 202050,000 miPASuspension

   Front wheels would shimmy at highway speed. Dealer identified the problem as failing front left lower control arm. The vehicle has 50,000 miles on it.

   NHTSA complaint #11341927 · source
7. Filed Jun 8, 2020COFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionSuspension

   Tl* the contact owns a 2014 subaru forester. When driving at 90 mph during windy weather conditions, it was difficult to control the vehicle. In addition, the 'check fuel' light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the mike shaw subaru dealer, located at 1650 w 104th ave, denver, co 80234 where the failure could not be duplicated. The failure could not be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was not provided. The vin…

   NHTSA complaint #11327728 · source
8. Filed Mar 10, 202033,000 miCASuspension

   I started getting severe vibration and wobbling of front suspension on sweeping curves on freeway at speeds over 65 mph at about 33,000 miles on odometer. I replaced the tires, yet it continued. Now the mechanics say both front lower control arms need to be removed and replaced. The car has never been used off road or even in snow. Should not be a problem like this. It is like a new car.

   NHTSA complaint #11317354 · source
9. Filed Mar 7, 2020OHSuspension

   While replacing my right rear wheel bearing, the mechanic noticed that the suspension strut was cracked and broken. I've had more issues with my 2014 in five years than i did my 2002 in the lifetime of the car (12 years).

   NHTSA complaint #11316716 · source
10. Filed Feb 5, 202051,950 miILSuspension

    Both coil springs on my 2014 forester failed local subaru dealer replaced both springs at a cost tome of $561.00 for parts and labor. In addition, i was charged 99.95 for a four wheel alignment mandated by the replacement of the springs. Vehicle had only 51,972 on the odometer. The vehicle was in motion on a smooth street when the springs snapped. The result of the broken springs was a sagging rear end of the vehicle making it unsafe to drive. This is a safety failure and…

    NHTSA complaint #11307320 · source
11. Filed Jan 30, 202056,000 miNYSuspension

    The driver's side rear spring broke causing the car to sag. I noticed the sagging while the car was parked, i am not sure when the spring actually broke. The spring was replaced by the dealership. Approximately seven months later, the passenger side spring broke while making a left hand turn in traffic. This spring was also replaced by the dealership. Immediately after the replacement of the passenger side spring, the passenger side rear was making a rattling and banging…

    NHTSA complaint #11306143 · source
12. Filed Jan 27, 2020PASuspension

    I found half of the coil in my garage. This was to the driver side rear shock. I am not sure about the condition of the other 3 shocks. Looks like the coil just rusted out.

    NHTSA complaint #11302358 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology