2020 Subaru Forester: recalls and problems

Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System,Forward Collision Avoidance2026-10-26

On xxx, while driving my 2020 subaru forester sport (vin [xxx]) at approximately 35 mph on [xxx], the check engine light came on and eyesight, adaptive cruise control, and pre-collision braking were disabled / other warning lights appeared / engine temperature issues. a diagnostic scan showed code [p2682 / p26a3 / p26a5], and the thermo control valve (tcv) was found to be defective. mileage at failure: 33,297. subaru

Engine2026-10-14

Experience a total engine stall while stopped/accelerating at an intersection. the stall triggered immediate 'eyesight disabled' and 'engine oil' dashboard warnings, requiring a manual button restart in traffic. had concerns of permanently being stalled in intersection. taking to dealer for inspection.

Electrical System2026-10-08

Experienced parasitic battery drain which disabled the vehicle. the drain is tied to a 30 amp fuse labeled "backup" under the hood of the vehicle. this fuse controls the touchscreen, backup camera, interior lights, key fob and radio. there were no warning lights or trouble codes associated with this issue. the problem was replicated by both a subaru dealer and an independent shop. neither could find the immediate pro

Electrical System,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System Fire2026-09-19

Smoke and fire occurred in the engine and spread into the car while the car was being driven. the car has not been inspected yet.