2021 Subaru Forester electrical system problems
The 2021 Subaru Forester has 31 electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA — 11% of the year's total, and down from the prior model year.
31
Electrical System complaints
11%
Share of year
1
Crash-involved
0
Related recalls
Electrical System complaints by year
What owners report
“1. The car shut off several times, with the steering wheel locking up and becoming stiff, the brakes failing to respond, and loud, erratic sounds emanating from the vehicle. The car is available for inspection. 2. Yes, the car crashed resulting in damage to the car, driver, and other driver (e.g.…”
Common questions
How many electrical system complaints does the 2021 Subaru Forester have?
NHTSA has 31 complaints about the 2021 Subaru Forester electrical system — 11% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.