2022 SUBARU FORESTER Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Subaru Forester. This model year has 91 NHTSA complaints β top issue: Visibility/Wiper.
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Worst 2022 Subaru Forester Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Visibility/Wiper
Uncategorized Issues
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Subaru Forester. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility/Wiper | 20 | β | β | β | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 17 | 1 | 2 | β | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 12 | 1 | β | β | |
| Engine Problems | 10 | 1 | 4 | β | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 9 | 3 | 1 | β | |
| Brake System | 9 | 2 | β | β | |
| Electrical Faults | 9 | β | 1 | β | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 8 | β | β | β | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 | β | 2 | β | |
| Visibility | 4 | β | β | β | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 4 | 2 | β | β | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | β | β | β | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | β | β | β | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Fuel System | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Gasoline | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | β | β | β |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Subaru Forester. Type a keyword (e.g. βtransmissionβ, βstallingβ, βbrakesβ) to filter.
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Back window shattered spontaneously. No known cause. No evidence of vandalism. Temperature did drop 45 degrees over night. Shut side door and back window shattered. Had not started car yet. Rear defroster not engaged.
I had two codes on my 2022 Forester over last two weeks. First one u0284 was for the Active Grill Shutter. This happened because for some reason Subaru decided to put the fog lights on the same fuse as the AGS. Fog light blew, shorted out blew the fuse, this caused every sβ¦
The contact owns a 2022 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the brakes inadvertently activated. The contact was unaware whether any warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that there was an abnormal sound coming from the brakes, and the bβ¦
I am filing this complaint regarding repeated premature strut failure on my 2022 Subaru Forester. The original set of struts failed at approximately 36,000 miles. The issue was not covered under warranty and required replacement. At approximately 60,000 miles, the replacement stβ¦
My Subaru Forrester Eyesight system cuts out and is disabled while driving, including while the cruise control was engaged causing me to brake hard while driving to avoid a collision and a message announcing it is disabled is displayed on the screen. I took the car to my dealershβ¦
I was driving along and noticed my windshield was cracked on the passenger side. The crack is vertical from the bottom of the windshield to about halfway up. It was fine the day before. No rocks, etc struck my windshield. I understand that Subaru has had issues with windshields cβ¦
I was driving to work in the morning and was going down a slow side street when I heard a soft noise behind me. When I looked in my rearview I noticed that my back window was cracked all over it though nothing had hit it or fallen in it. The glass then completely fell out.
My 2022 Subaru Forester Sport, <24,640 miles, suffers from persistent, life-threatening safety failures. Thick white exhaust is present in every temperature, and a heavy burning smell fills the cabin during acceleration regardless of outside temperature. I have been dealing with β¦
The exterior B-pillar trim on my 2022 Subaru Forester (passenger side) has warped, bubbled, and lifted away from the vehicle. At approximately 24,700 miles, the trim began deforming significantly, with visible bubbling and separation at the top edge. The dealer inspected it and rβ¦
I hit a deer going 45 mph, the air bags deployed, and my engine caught on fire. Within 10 minutes my car burned to the ground.
I was steering my car into my own garage as I do daily. Suddenly, as the car was making the turn, the car accelerated abruptly on its own. I was somehow able to steer into the garage, but the rapid acceleration continued. I braked and stopped the car just before it went into tβ¦
I am writing to report a serious safety concern involving my '22 Subaru Forester, which is equipped with the Auto Start/Stop feature. This issue created a dangerous driving situation that could have resulted in severe injury or death to myself, my family, or other drivers on the β¦
Several months ago, the automatic front collision activated on the freeway doing about 65mph. There was nothing in front of us, but there was a car behind us that almost rear ended us. I thought this was a one-off thing but reading this site I am not the only one. Also, with inβ¦
The contact owns a 2022 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while driving on a main road at 32 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system suddenly engaged while there were no objects or vehicles nearby. Additionally, the contact stated thaβ¦
The contact owns a 2022 Subaru Forester. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the front windshield was cracked. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact stated that the vehicle was scheduled fβ¦
I pulled into a parking space and as I slowed to a stop my car surged forward. I put my foot on the brake and the car continued to surge for a few seconds before the brakes engaged. I almost hit a fence and had to circle my car on a grassy lawn until the brakes egaged and I was β¦
This happened to me a few days ago: The pre-collision braking system slammed my car to a stop when I was going 30 mph on a straight country road, and there was nothing in front of me or on the side of the road. No one anywhere around. It was 1 PM with good weather. Nothing to triβ¦
The contact owns a 2022 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while her husband was stopped at a stoplight, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to move. There were three abnormal beeps heard. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights wβ¦
While using adaptive cruise control, the vehicle will employ emergency braking even though a vehicle/obstruction is not in front of the vehicle, it is usually diagonal while passing. It, also has been giving a forward collision warning when there is nothing in front of me. Since β¦
Premature wear on Bridgestone Ecopia Tires. We have had several instances in our company with these tires wearing prematurely, some as low as 12k miles but usually somewhere in the 20's & 30's thousand-wise, these tires exhibit numerous cracks especially on the inner side that iβ¦
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2022 Subaru Forester.
Recalls for 2022 Subaru Forester
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2022 Subaru Forester. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2022 Subaru Forester β FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2022 Subaru Forester reliable?βΎ
Severe Issues. The 2022 Subaru Forester has 91 NHTSA owner complaints, 8 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most reported issue is Visibility/Wiper (20 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Subaru Forester?βΎ
#1: Visibility/Wiper (20 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (17 complaints). #3: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (12 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Subaru Forester?βΎ
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2022 Subaru Forester?βΎ
The 2022 Subaru Forester has 8 crash-related complaints and 6 fire reports out of 91 total NHTSA complaints. 5 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2022 Subaru Forester have any recalls?βΎ
Yes β 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2022 Subaru Forester. The largest issue: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2022 Subaru Forester?βΎ
The 2022 Subaru Forester has severe issues β review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Visibility/Wiper issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Subaru Forester reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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