2003 Subaru Forester body complaints

Filed May 28, 2014 · Body · 160,000 miles · VT

Front cradle arms and rear cross members are rusted to the point where the vehicle is unsafe to drive due to possible snapping.

Filed Jan 7, 2014 · Body, Engine · 62,000 miles · NY

2003 forester has extremely strong aromas of fuel when starting & driving in cold weather. Fuel vapors are very dangerous, here are side effects of inhalation: inhaling gasoline fumes brings concentrated hydrocarbons into your lungs and bloodstream. Some of the ingredients in gasoline are extremely toxic and are mutagens. Liver damage and permanent brain damage are possibilities. The side effects caused by the inhalation of gasoline can range from central nervous system (cns) depression, which can include: eye and throat irritation, mild or pronounced dizziness, headache, lack of appetite, drowsiness and in-coordination. In more serious circumstances, it can cause unconsciousness, pulmonary edema, and death. Subaru should issue a recall and address the issue, because they installed a defective product!

Filed Jan 7, 2014 · Body, Fuel system · 62,000 miles · NY

My 2003 forester has recently been experiencing extremely strong smells of fuel when driving in the cold weather. Inhaling fuel vapors are very dangerous, here are side effects associated with inhalation of fumes: inhaling gasoline fumes brings concentrated hydrocarbons into your lungs and bloodstream. Some of the ingredients in gasoline are extremely toxic and are mutagens. Liver damage and permanent brain damage are possibilities. The side effects caused by the inhalation of gasoline can range from central nervous system (cns) depression, which can include: eye and throat irritation, mild or pronounced dizziness, headache, lack of appetite, drowsiness and in-coordination. In more serious circumstances, it can cause unconsciousness, pulmonary edema, and death. Subaru should issue a recall and address the issue!!

Filed Dec 31, 2013 · Body · 136,934 miles · NJ

I had my vehicle serviced at ramsey subaru and was told the front sub frame is rusted and needs to be repaired. It seems more like the thin cheap metal is the problem. This is a big safety problem and they told me the warranty is only good for 5 years.

Filed Jun 18, 2012 · Body, Suspension · 180,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 subaru forester. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being inspected, it was discovered that the front passenger wheel assembly was found severely corroded. The vehicle was repaired. The front wheel assembly was replaced. The failure mileage was 180,000 and the current mileage was 183,000. Updated 7/9/12 *cn the right side frame assembly was rusted and corroded. Updated 07/10/12

Filed Apr 6, 2012 · Body, Suspension · 157,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 subaru forester.the contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 11v464000 (suspension: front: control arm: lower arm) when the contact was advised that the front end of the sub-frame was corroded. The manufacturer advised the contact that the failure was not covered under the recall. The vehicle was not repaired for the frame issue. The failure mileage was 157,000 and current mileage was 160,000. Updated 05/08/12

Filed Apr 2, 2012 · Body · 87,538 miles · IL

We took our 2003 subaru forester in to the dealership for an oil change and was told that the frame of the car was in "serious" condition and needed to be replaced. A photo was taken and sent to the district manager for his review. We replaced the control arms on our own in december 2011. Took the car in to our dealership in january 2012 for recall of control arms and nothing was said about the frame at that time. Mechanic stated you can put your finger into the hole in the frame of the car. Forester was never driven off-road and was driven solely in the city. The frame should not have rusted out through normal wear and tear. Winter this year was very mild. Please investigate this as frames on cars should not develop holes.

Filed Mar 1, 2012 · Body, Suspension · 69,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 subaru forester . The contact stated that he received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number: 11v464000. (suspension: front:control arm:lower arm) and the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for repairs. The dealer advised the contact that the repair could not be performed because the sub frame was rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 69,000. Updated 03/28/12*lj the consumer stated after contacting subaru of america, they agreed to cover all costs associated with the repair, including the replacement of the subframe. Updated 03/30/12

Filed Sep 23, 2008 · Body · 130,000 miles · NJ

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 subaru forester. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the front hood released unexpectedly. The contact was able to control and direct the vehicle to the side of the road. The police arrived to escort the vehicle off the highway, which was a state regulation, and filed a report. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer for repair. The contact stated that the failure was related to the two bolts that attached the hood. The failure and current mileages were 130,000.