2017
Subaru
Forester
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170 hp @ 5800 rpm
Horsepower
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
170 hp
Horsepower
174 ft-lb
Torque
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Lineartronic
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency7.4 - 9.2 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity60.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
N/A
Cargo
1,092 mm
Front Legroom
965 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Power Driver Seat
Lumbar Support
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
Bluetooth
Satellite Radio
AM/FM Stereo
Steering Controls
Backup Camera
Adaptive Cruise
Lane Keeping
Blind Spot Monitor
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Brake Assist
Monitoring
Lane Departure Warning
Security
Security System
Child Safety Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
15 ft1.5"
4.61m
Width
5 ft10.7"
1.8m
Height
5 ft8.3"
1.74m
Wheelbase
8 ft7.9"
2.64m
Gallery
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Colors
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Ice Silver Metallic
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Crystal White Pearl
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Crystal Black Silica
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Quartz Blue Pearl
#3366FF
Dark Gray Metallic
#828481
Jasmine Green Metallic
#788C82
Venetian Red Pearl
#800000
Sepia Bronze Metallic
#877D5F
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
553 complaints reported to NHTSA
553
Total Reports
38
Crashes
25
Injuries
1
Fires
Most Common Issues
AIR BAGS
148
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
103
VISIBILITY/WIPER
103
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
93
ENGINE
46
POWER TRAIN
41
Recent Reports
ODI #11699913
Nov 17, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMAIR BAGS
Passenger airbag safety intermittently turns on stating that the passenger airbag is not able to deploy. If I turn the car off and on it goes away and doesn't turn until another time I start the car. Also detects a passenger in the seat when there is no passenger or weight in that seat. Overall some sort of issue with the airbag safety system in the front passenger seat. I will state no liquids have been spilled on the seat.
Incident: Nov 16, 2025VIN: JF2SJAEC8HH***
ODI #11699666
Nov 16, 2025
AIR BAGS
I had an Occupant Detection System replaced under recall in my 2017 Forester. Five years later it went bad. Obviously, still faulty. Cost $1,800.00+ (you read that right) to have it replaced. Contacted Subaru twice about this and both times denied for replacement cost. Really unfair and absurd. Will never own another Subaru for this reason. Not standing behind a sub par part. Unwilling to help out customers.
Incident: Oct 20, 2025VIN: JF2SJATC2HH***
ODI #11696853
Oct 31, 2025
AIR BAGSSEATS
I want to bring a widespread safety issue up that is not being resolved by the manufacturer. I have a 2017 Subaru Forester with a faulty ODS sensor. This is a known issue to Subaru and there are bulletins issued on this topic (WUM-98 and 17-19-24). I had the original ODS sensor replaced in 2021. Several months ago my passenger airbag lights started to turn off again. I took it to Subaru and they did a diagnostic test and found that the replacement ODS sensor had again malfunctioned - code b1760 "occupant detector sensor mat fault." I was told (at the dealership service center) that the sensor is on back order and was quoted to $1,887.62 to replace the seat bottom. However, the seat bottom is also on back order. I was told to contact Subaru directly and they would likely cover the cost since this is a known issue with a bulletin out and the parts are on backorder through the dealership. I have since contacted Subaru many times only to be told that there are no active recalls on my vehicle and the recall for the faulty ODS sensor shows completed on 6/28/2021 @ 57,096 and Subaru would not have a path of goodwill assistance towards the repair since it has been more than a year since the replacement. Subaru forums are full of owners going through the same thing and being told the part is back-ordered, they need a new $1,800 seat bottom, or this issue isn't covered because their seat probably got wet, etc. If both the wiring harness and the seat bottom are both on back order, then what is the solution - buy a new seat, buy a new car? This is not a cosmetic issue, normal "wear and tear" or a maintenance issue. This is a model-wide issue among all Subaru vehicles. This is a defective part and clearly replacing the wiring harness does not fix the problem. This is a widespread safety issue that is not being addressed properly by Subaru, which is why I'm escalating this to the NTSB.
Incident: Jun 1, 2025VIN: JF2SJAWCXHH***
ODI #11696166
Oct 28, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMAIR BAGS
Previous recall for passenger ODS. Having continued issues with passenger airbag ODS not recognizing someone sitting there. Intermittently turns on and off even if no one is sitting there. Took it to a dealer and they want me to pay out of pocket for diagnostic and possible parts. Very high concern for even allowing someone to sit in the car (even my pregnant wife) in the case there was ever an accident.
Incident: Oct 28, 2025VIN: JF2SJGECXHH***
ODI #11691316
Oct 3, 2025
AIR BAGS
I just noticed today that the air bag warning light was illuminated. There was an adult in the passenger seat and the car indicated that the passenger air bag was OFF. This vehicle had a previous air bag recall applied that was to correct these same symptoms. I noticed that a zip tie was cut and not replaced that secured the underseat wiring. I checked the underseat connectors and they all appear to be securely connected.
Incident: Oct 3, 2025VIN: JF2SJARC6HH***
ODI #11690846
Oct 1, 2025
AIR BAGSSEATS
In 2020 my ODS wireharness had been replaced. I'm now having the same issue in 2025 with the ODS system. I had the ODS recall fixed but the dealership is telling me it is the ODS seat mat not the harness that needs repair and that is not covered under the recall. The airbag light is showing it is off even when I have a passenger. This is very dangerous because if I were to get in an accident my passenger is not protected. I have not gotten it replaced or fixed because they are quoting me over $2000 for the repair. This repair should be covered under the ODS recall.
Incident: Oct 1, 2025VIN: JF2SJAWC7HH***
ODI #11688778
Sep 21, 2025
AIR BAGS
My srs airbag system is off for the drivers. It went off for no reason. I went to Subaru but they said it would be $3000 and an undetermined wait for the part to come in. But I’m supposed to keep driving my primary car with no guarantee my airbags will deploy if in an accident.
Incident: Dec 4, 2024VIN: JF2SJAGC5HH***
ODI #11687483
Sep 15, 2025
STEERINGSUSPENSION
My [XXX] mother in law was told by Subaru White Plains NY her both her front control arms and both front sway bar links had to be replaced due to rust as they were not safe and would not pass the NY vehicle inspection. So I did a Google search and saw 2017 Subaru Foresters had rust issues in this area and had a recall. However it doesn't show up for this VIN. [XXX] ) Her car was built before 7/2016 when she bought it new. Could it have fallen between the cracks, does NHTSA need to have these added as they also obviously have the same issue as they have age to that point of danger. This obviously puts not just 2017 owners at danger, but the public around them. I will try to attach the bills which show what was replaced as unsafe and unable to pass NY vehicle inspection. As I under stand the bill this was a video inspection, so they may have video that you can review. I live in Indiana 800 miles from my mother in law so I was not able to see any of the above in person. I am going on what I was told by her and what I have seen on the bill. I am not asking you to address the bill. I will do that if at some point NHTSA has Subaru add her car and others to a recall. Thank You for looking into this, (Son In Law) [XXX] [XXX] cell [XXX] [XXX] The owner is [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Incident: Sep 10, 2025VIN: JF2SJABC2HH***
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