Subaru Forester (2011–2014): what actually fails

The documented failure patterns on used Subaru Foresters — the mileage window where each shows up, and what the repair typically costs at an independent shop. This is the same data NoLemon's Brief checks against every VIN.

2011–2014 TYPICAL 60k–150k MI $1,500–$4,500

Excessive oil consumption (FB25)

Piston-ring defects cause heavy oil burn; a class action covered some years. Ask for oil-consumption test records. Worst cases need a short block.

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Ask for repair records covering this item. If it hasn't been addressed and the car is in or near the mileage window, price the $1,500–$4,500 repair into your offer — or make it the seller's problem.

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Subaru Forester (2011–2014): what actually fails

Excessive oil consumption (FB25)

Buying a used Forester?

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