2006 Subaru Forester vs 2008 Subaru Forester
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Subaru Forester | 2008 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 88 | 50 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 133 | 149 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 54,306 mi | 89,450 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Forester | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 20 | 6 |
| Suspension | 12 | 11 |
| Engine | 11 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 2 |
| Steering | 9 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 14 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2006 Subaru Forester
2008 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.