2024 Subaru Forester: reliability, problems and cost to own
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It scores 92 out of 100 for reliability compared with other compact and small SUVs. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $13,263 to own, including $972 in repairs.
These are estimates, not guarantees. They come from public NHTSA complaint and recall data and EPA fuel economy, assuming 5 years of ownership and 12,000 miles a year. Change the assumptions or see how it works.
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.
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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.
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No. It scores 92 out of 100, one of the more reliable compact and small SUVs of 2015–2024.
Is the 2024 Subaru Forester reliable?
It scores 92 out of 100 against other compact and small SUVs from 2015 to 2024, which is well above average. Based on 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $972 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
How much does a 2024 Subaru Forester cost to own?
About $13,263 over 5 years: $5,257 in lost value, $972 in repairs and $7,034 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $23,266 today.
What are the best years of the Subaru Forester?
Of the years we rate, the 2024 scores best (92/100) and the 2019 worst (24/100).
How many recalls does the 2024 Subaru Forester have?