10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #4

May 141999

Forester

  • miles
Dealer resealed oil pump due to an oil leak, consumer was later informed that engine was in beginning stages of possible failure.

- North Bellmore, NY, USA

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problem #3

May 141999

Forester

  • miles
Dealer resealed oil pump due to an oil leak, consumer was later informed that engine was in beginning stages of possible failure.

- North Bellmore, NY, USA

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problem #2

Oct 032001

Forester

  • miles
Dealer resealed front of engine, oil pump assembly leaked.

- North Bellmore, NY, USA

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problem #1

Mar 301998

Forester 4WD

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The clutch does not engage properly when the engine is cold and for extended periods in cold weather. Clutch "chatters" making it difficult to start up from rest without hesitation and/or stalling. Potentially dangerous in traffic. Clutch seems not strong enough to handle the torque of the engine.

- Fairport, NY, USA

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