5.2

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
18,333 miles

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problem #3

Aug 302007

Forester 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 40,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Subaru Forester. While performing a routine inspection and oil change, the mechanic noticed that the rotors were cracked. The mechanic replaced the rotors. The dealer and manufacturer were notified and they stated that the failure was caused by wear. The current and failure mileages were 40,000. Updated 11/07/07

- Marina, CA, USA

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problem #2

Nov 232004

Forester 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Rotor prematurely worn. Car was purchased 10/03. Rotors have had to be turned twice since purchase date.

- Little Rock, AR, USA

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problem #1

Apr 212004

Forester

  • 15,000 miles
Brake rotors failed at 15,000 miles. Consumer stated that 2,000 miles later the rotors needed to be replaced again.

- Pittsburgh, PA, USA

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