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2026 Subaru Forester Hybrid

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recall campaigns covering this model year2611k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 monthsOpenWindow has not closed yet
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2026 Subaru Forester Hybrid by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

2 recall campaigns cover the 2026 Subaru Forester Hybrid

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2026 Subaru Forester Hybrid
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
26V-436Jul 7, 2026These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification labelEquipment541,237Repair or modification
26V-346May 28, 2026Sliding glass panel of the power moonroof assembly may have been improperly bonded to the sliding frame, allowing the glass panel to detach from…Visibility and wipers69,663Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2026 Subaru Forester Hybrid

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
    Service bulletins

    45 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

    • WRH-26R Aug 25, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a non-compliance recall for certain 2026 model year Crosstrek Hybrid vehicles, 2025-2026 model year Forester & Forester Hybrid vehicles, and 2019- 2026 Ascent vehicles due to incorrect information listed on the…
    • 15-308-23R Aug 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw (dark/standby current) in vehicles experiencing battery drain when the ignition is off, leading to no-start conditions or frequent jump-starts.This is an revised…
    • SubaruNet Announcement (W Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Subaru announcement provides an update to the non-compliance recall WRH-26 Certification label.
    • 15-304-22R Aug 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)
    • Article Locator Aug 5, 2026 · Other
      Techtips newsletter locator index.
    • 15-333-25R Aug 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. This is an revised version of the original bulletin
    • SubaruNet Announcement (P Jul 28, 2026 · Other
      WRH-26 Certification Label Non-Compliance Recall- Parts and SSLP Process Updates.
    • SubaruNet Announcement (V Jul 24, 2026 · Other
      This announcement provides WRH-26 recall information for owner contact and a vehicle disclosure form.
    • SubaruNet Announcement (C Jul 24, 2026 · Other
      This announcement provides WRH-26 recall information for customers.
    • SubaruNet Announcement (v Jul 24, 2026 · Other
      This announcement provides information on WRH-26 affected CPO and Used Vehicle Inventory.
    • WRH-26R Jul 22, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a non-compliance recall for certain 2026 model yearCrosstrek Hybrid vehicles, 2025-2026 model year Forester & Forester Hybrid vehicles, and 2019- 2026 Ascent vehicles due to incorrect information listed on the …
    • SubaruNet Announcement (W Jul 21, 2026 · Other
      This announcement provides an update for retailer inventory affected by the WRH-26 non-compliance recall.
    • SubaruNet Announcement (W Jul 17, 2026 · Other
      This announcement provides information on a temporary process for addressing affected SSLP vehicles under the WRH-26 recall.
    • SubaruNet Announcement ( Jul 17, 2026 · Other
      This announcement is to inform retailers of the non-compliance recall/stop sale parts update and repair procedure.
    • 09-140-26 Jul 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin announces a design change to the filler cap thread shape to improve ease of installation of the fuel cap onto the filler neck.
    • WRF-26R Jul 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2026 model year Forester vehicles equipped with a power moonroof assembly. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin).
    • SubaruNet Announcement (W Jul 13, 2026 · Other
      This announcement is to inform retailers of the non-compliance recall/stop sale.
    • SubaruNet Announcement (W Jul 10, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This is an update to the safety recall and stop sale: WRF-26 Forester Power Moonroof Glass Adhesion.
    • 02-193-24R Jun 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers). (This is an revis…
    • 09-74-21R Jun 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers). (This is an revis…
    • SubaruNet Annoucement (E Jun 12, 2026 · Other
      This announcement is requesting retailer staff to retain the EyeSight protective hood covers from Generation 4 EyeSight cameras.
    • 19-02-26 Jun 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin provides information on how to identify which high voltage battery repairs can be performed at the retailer level.
    • WRF-26R Jun 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2026 model year Forester vehicles equipped with a power moonroof assembly. (This is an revised version of the orignal bulletin.)
    • WRF-26R May 29, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2026 model year Forester vehicles equipped with a power moonroof assembly.
    • 01-167-08R May 18, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
    • SubaruNet Announcement (R May 4, 2026 · Other
      This announcement provides information on the remanufactured CVT transmission program.
    • 03-97-26 Apr 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin announces the service manual correction regarding clutch master cylinder reservoir service procedures.
    • 01-167-08R Apr 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
    • 05-97-26 Apr 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to be followed when addressing customer concerns of steering wheel/vehicle body vibration when driving at highway speeds when tire/wheel balance is suspected.
    • 07-240-26R Apr 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide interim guidance for vehicles exhibiting DTC B2A20.
    • 15-219-18R Mar 16, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin contains information to help when attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process from completing successfully
    • SubaruNet Announcement (A Mar 4, 2026 · Other
      This announcement provides information on the use of aftermarket services or tools for programming immobilizer keys/fobs.
    • 10-105-25R Mar 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant leak.
    • WRG-25R Mar 3, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated a safety recall for certain 2026 model year Forester Vehicles to replace the rear gate stay and bracket.
    • 01-167-08R Mar 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
    • 07-240-26R Feb 25, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide interim guidance for 2026 model year vehicles exhibiting DTC B2A20 with gen 4 Telematics.
    • 10-105-25R Feb 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant leak.
    • Subaru Tech Tips Special Jan 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Subaru service and technical support line newsletter provides information on the next phase of TechShare.
    • 15-300-22R Jan 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINK® Remote Engine Start (RES).
    • Subarunet Announcement (E Jan 12, 2026 · Other
      This announcement has been created to address difficulties with software updates on Subaru Select Monitors with DST-010 interface firmware has been updated.
    • 18-226-25R Dec 8, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Service Information Bulletin provides the Service Manual Correction to the diagnostic procedure for DTC B2A16 (Immobilizer Key Collation Diagnosis).
    • 15-333-25 Dec 2, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
    • Subaru Tech Tips (Article Nov 20, 2025 · Other
      Subaru service article locator.
    • Subaru Tech Tips (Article Nov 20, 2025 · Other
      Subaru service article locator.
    • 12-274-25 Nov 6, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Bulletin announces changes to the replacement procedure due to a design difference between Japan-produced bumpers and SIA-produced bumpers.
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.