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2003 Subaru Forester recalls

The 2003 Subaru Forester has 3 safety recalls. Here is what each one means, the risk, and the free fix.

Check your exact car: VIN recall check

2003–2008 Subaru Forester & 2002–2007 Subaru Impreza + 1 more

Suspension recall · 11V464
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2002-2007 Impreza, model year 2003-2008 Forester, and model year 2005-2006 saab 9-2X vehicles manufactured from september 5, 2000 through…
📅 Sep 8, 2011· 318,215 vehicles

2003 Subaru Forester

Seat belt recall · 03V047
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.
📅 Feb 21, 2003· 326 vehicles

2001–2003 Subaru Legacy & 2001–2003 Subaru Outback + 3 more

Powertrain & transmission recall · 02V282
Certain sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions were produced with an improperly manufactured transmission parking rod.
📅 Oct 30, 2002· 172,564 vehicles

Other Subaru Forester years

2002 2004 2005 2006 All years

FAQ

Does the 2003 Subaru Forester have any recalls?

Yes. The 2003 Subaru Forester has 3 open or past safety recalls in NHTSA data: 11V464 (suspension); 03V047 (seat belt); 02V282 (powertrain & transmission). A recall only applies to your car if its VIN is included.

Are 2003 Subaru Forester recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

How do I check my 2003 Subaru Forester for recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN (on the driver-side dashboard or door jamb) on our VIN check page or at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Subaru dealer.