5.3

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
18,000 miles

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problem #1

Dec 132010

Forester

  • 18,000 miles
At low speeds near intersections with light snow or slush on the road vehicle's ABS system causes loss of stopping ability and loss of directional control. Partial or complete loss of braking and/or directional control at stop signs and on slick roads. Premature activation of ABS system in snowy and slushy conditions. Potential consequences include striking pedestrians, leaving the road unexpectedly and stopping in not before an intersection. Dealer inspected braking system and stated that it is performing as intended. Dealer further documented that oem tires had low traction rating causing ABS system to operate incorrectly in certain driving conditions. In particular ABS causes drastically increased stopping distance with loss of directional control with oem Bridgestone dueller H/T 687 tires with 7/32 tread depth and correct inflation pressure. Dealer states that tires should be changed to improve drivability and ABS function in snow and ice conditions. Bridgestone dueller H/T 687 tires will be replaced with a different brand. These tires will be put in storage and will be available.

- Mishawaka, IN, USA