2005 Subaru Forester vs 2006 Subaru Forester
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Subaru Forester | 2006 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 93 | 88 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 136 | 133 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–23 | 20–22 |
| Median reported mileage | 80,000 mi | 54,306 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Forester | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 17 | 20 |
| Suspension | 21 | 12 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 8 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 11 |
| Engine | 3 | 11 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 6 |
| Structure | 4 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 16 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 14 |
2005 Subaru Forester
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.