2018 Subaru Forester: recalls and problems

Air Bags,Unknown Or Other2026-09-22

The front passenger airbag of my subaru forester 2018 is deactivated, i brought my car to the subaru dealer in white plains, ny to check because i found out that there was a recall for malfunction of the airbag and i was told that i have to pay for it since the repair was already done, then, i have to pay for the repair ( see the estimated bill) i contacted the subaru headquarters because i considered unfair, they

Steering,Electrical System,Engine2026-09-17

On july 31, 2026, i was driving with my daughter when the a/c compressor clutch seized up and experienced a catastrophic compressor failure that also blew out the expansion valve o-rings. the failure led to a total loss of engine power and control of the vehicle. the car would not start back up because the clutch was seized and the pulleys wouldn’t turn. luckily, i was in a residential neighborhood and cars were able

Air Bags2026-08-28

The passenger occupant detection system (ods), including the occupant detection sensor system in the passenger seat, has malfunctioned. the srs/airbag warning light is illuminated. the vehicle produced diagnostic trouble codes b1650 and b1760. the affected passenger seat and components remain installed in the vehicle and are available for inspection upon request. as the srs light is on, none of the airbags may not

Electrical System,Air Bags,Seats2026-08-18

Airbag light came on - dealership confirmed it is an occupant detection system failure - wiring harness has gone bad. no history of moisture exposure, which would leave faulty part as the problem. similar to subaru recall from 2020 on heated passenger seats - this vehicle was not included in that recall, but is in the same year range and has heated seats. entire bottom piece of front seat must be replaced, including