2018 Subaru Forester: recalls and problems

Air Bags2026-10-02

My srs airbag system warning light illuminated on the dashboard while driving. subaru dealership service department informed me that the passenger airbag system occupant detection technology failed and the airbag function was disabled. the repair required replacement of the entire seat bottom.

Unknown Or Other2026-10-02

The air conditioning system began blowing warm or hot air. determined that the compressor failed and required replacement. vehicle was purchased new from the dealership in oct. 2018, with this issue arising at approximately 50k miles. this is apparently a common and known issue for 2018 subaru forester vehicles. this is a hazard in hot weather such as i am in right now with outside temperatures at 90f or more.

Air Bags2026-09-30

The contact owns a 2018 subaru forester. the contact stated that while driving, the passenger's side air bag warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with ods failure. the contact was informed that the ods needed to be replaced. the manufacturer had covered the cost for the diagnostic test. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 19v701000 (air bags); however, the vi

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