Recalls
Recalls are issued for cars with safety-related defects or problems
2003 Subaru Forester
Front Lower Control Arms May Break
RepairPal Expert Overview:
The front lower control arms may break at the hanger brackets due to corrosion. This corrosion is commonly a result of the hanger bracket being exposed to salty conditions, such as roads where salt is used as a snow melting agent. A broken control arm can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the affected control arms and rustproof or replace them as necessary. The Subaru recall number is WVX-34.
Learn more »Front Seat Belts May not Latch Correctly
RepairPal Expert Overview:
In 326 vehicles, both front seat belt buckle/latch assemblies was improperly manufactured. In the event of a crash the seat belt could unlatch unexpectedly, increasing the rick of injury to the seat occupant. Dealers will replace the left and right front seat belt buckle/latch assemblies to correct this concern.
Learn more »The Automatic Transmission May Not Hold the Vehicle in Park
RepairPal Expert Overview:
The transmission park mechanism located inside the automatic transmission may not hold when the selector is in the "park" position. The vehicle could move/roll with warning, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the automatic transmission parking rod assembly to correct this concern.
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