Subaru Forester Fourth generation (SH) - Facelift (2017 - 2018)

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Fourth generation (SH) - Facelift of Subaru Forester has been in production since 2017 by 2018.
In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. Fourth generation (SH) - Facelift is longer than the previous generation by 0.6 inches .
Subaru Forester Fourth generation (SH) - Facelift dimensions and specs
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Body style | SUV, Crossover |
Engine options | FB25BA, 2.5L H-4, 170 HP, 174 lb/ft |
FA20F, 2.0L H-4, 268 HP, 258 lb/ft | |
Transmission | 6-spd man w/OD, Lineartronic 6-spd CVT w/OD, Lineartronic 8-spd CVT w/OD |
Drive type | all-wheel drive |
Length | 181.50 in |
Width | 70.70 in |
Height | 66.4 - 68.2 in |
Wheelbase | 103.90 in |
Number of doors | 4 |
Seating capacity | 5 |
Cargo capacity | 31.5 - 34.4 cu.in |
Cargo capacity with seats hold down | 68.5 - 74.7 cu.in |
Front hip room | 54.00 in |
Rear hip room | 53.00 in |
Front Headroom | 40 - 41 in |
Rear Headroom | 38 - 40 in |
Front shoulder room | 57.00 in |
Rear shoulder room | 57.00 in |
Fuel tank capacity | 15.90 gal |
MPG (City/Highway) | 22 - 24/28 - 32 |
Towing capacity | 1000 - 1500 lbs |
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 6.3 - 7.5 sec |
¼ mile time | 15 - 16 sec |
Subaru Forester Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Subaru Forester Fourth generation (SH) - Facelift production period from 2017 to 2018 drivers have reported 272 complaints. The most common problems are AIR BAGS, VISIBILITY/WIPER, OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION.
Model Year | Complaints |
2018 Forester |
94
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2017 Forester |
178
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
AIR BAGS driver's subaru was struck from behind by a box truck while stationary on a highway (driver had stopped just short... |
92
~ 22398 miles |
VISIBILITY/WIPER the windshield spontaneously cracked middle passenger side (not aware when it happened. one time came out into the garage and... |
52
~ 20516 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER driver side vents are blowing warm air when air conditioner is turned on. only 1400 miles on since i bought |
42
~ 11298 miles |
OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION > SENSOR > AIR BAGS the passenger airbag periodically turns off without notice. the airbag indicator light shows that there is an issue and subaru... |
26
~ 12015 miles |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL my 2017 subaru forester has a 6-speed manual transmission. whenever i attempt to slow the vehicle by downshifting the vehicle... |
25
~ 14054 miles |
POWER TRAIN 11/23/16 - as i was slowly rolling into a front parking spot the car accelerated on it's own - i... |
25
~ 16540 miles |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2017 subaru forester. the contact stated that the control module screen reflected light onto her... |
23
~ 19808 miles |
ENGINE forester - 500 miles - consistent and continuing problems: car lurches forward on its own in first gear. - in... |
21
~ 11200 miles |
SEATS i have caught the back of my right shoe 4 times( since buying the car in august) when getting out... |
18
~ 16818 miles |
STEERING tl* the contact owns a 2017 subaru forester. while attempting to turn the vehicle into an intersection the steering wheel... |
17
~ 8573 miles |
FRONT PASSENGER > OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION > SENSOR srs airbag system needs to be checked light is on and passage air bag off indicator shows off. the dealership... |
15
~ 9562 miles |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL forester - 500 miles - consistent and continuing problems: car lurches forward on its own in first gear. - in... |
10
~ 11697 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES accident 9/24/2017 2017 subaru forester 11 000. miles. driving slowly in a shopping parking lot on a dry sunny morning... |
6
~ 20811 miles |
BODY > STRUCTURE on march 1 2017 i was stopped at an intersection. after proceeding straight through the intersection and reaching a speed... |
6
~ 15209 miles |
SEAT BELTS driver's subaru was struck from behind by a box truck while stationary on a highway (driver had stopped just short... |
5
~ 5292 miles |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM engine low level oil light came on a few times when i drove up my driveway or over a few... |
5
~ 11970 miles |
WHEELS three passenger front tire studs sheared properly hand torqued prior two lug nuts with studs retrieved in driveway 20 deg... |
4
~ 13388 miles |
SUSPENSION the vehicle is vibrating violently and loudly when the vehicles reaches 50-60 mph. a mechanic diagnosed the issue as the... |
2
~ 32750 miles |
STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2017 subaru forester. the contact stated that the control module screen reflected light onto her... |
2
~ 1850 miles |
TIRES i was driving down i-40 east between morrisonville and cary in north carolina where the speed limit is 65 mph... |
1
~ 20000 miles |
CAMERA > SENSING SYSTEM > BACK OVER PREVENTION tl* the contact owns a 2018 subaru forester. the contact stated that the backup camera's picture quality had become extremely... |
1
~ 5000 miles |
INFLATOR MODULE > PASSENGER SIDE > FRONTAL 2018 subaru forester: passenger airbag system fails & turned itself off. happen 4-5 times in fall 2018. 10/23/2018 i took... |
1
~ 12000 miles |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 2017 subaru forester. consumer writes in regards to problems with the door handle locks * ld the consumer stated the... |
1
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CAMERA > SENSING SYSTEM > FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE sunday april8 2018 the 'eyesight' which is a safety device was possibly turned off remotely thus rendering this safety device... |
1
~ 300 miles |
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2018 subaru forster. approximately one month after purchasing the vehicle a crack suddenly appeared in... |
1
~ 6000 miles |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING subaru of america does not currently offer automatic headlights as an option on its forester premium trim. subaru of america's... |
1
~ 500 miles |
How to improve the appearance of your Subaru Forester and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Subaru Forester to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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All-Fit Automotive 2.5 Inch Universal Bu...
- ✔️ Protect your bumper from scrapes; OEM grade lip is made in the USA and does not rip or tear
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GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car ...
- UNIVERSAL FIT KIT - Great Assortment Push Retainer Kit with 12 popular size, fitting for door trim, radiator shield yoke, fender, bumper and splash shield retainers replacement for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and more.
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iJDMTOY 30W High Power 10-LED LEDayFlex ...
- All new Free-style flexible design
- 10 pieces super bright 3W each eagle eye LED lights (30W total)
- Each LED light is measured at 0.94" in diameter and 1.00" in length
- Free style mounting to bumper...
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Xotic Tech 29" Side Skirt Extension Spli...
- [Model] - One whole piece direct fit for most of the cars
- [Material] - Made of high grade gloss black PP material enough to prevent cracking with gloss powder-coated finish with an easy bolt-on underneath...
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Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...
- Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
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CK Formula Carbon Fiber Hood Scoop - Aer...
- ? DECORATIVE USE: Closed end hood scoop enhances the JDM body lines to give your vehicle a racing / sports look. The scoop kit can improve the aerodynamics and fuel efficiency of your vehicle. Give...
Fender flares
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EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...
- ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...
- MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...
- 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
- 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
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Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...
- Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
- Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
- Compatible with Chrysler:...
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50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...
- [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
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A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash G...
- Upgraded Universal Mud Flaps Splash Guards; Drilling Holes Required
- Compatible Makes: Universal; For All Body Styles: Car, Pickup, SUV, Van, Truck, etc.
- Package Includes: 4 Pcs (1 Set) --- Front and Rear
- Color: Black; Material:...
Rims
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All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...
- Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
- 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
- Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
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Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center C...
- Quality Material Selection: made of quality stainless steel, the wheel center cap is sturdy and solid, reliable and long lasting, strong enough against breakage, deformation and abrasion, serving you for long
- Notable Size Details: the...
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VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Lumino...
- [Material] The valve dust cap is made of high-quality and durable ABS plastic, which is dustproof and waterproof and can be used for a long time.
- [Fluorescent Design] The wheel tire valve absorbs light when...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
Coilovers
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iJDMTOY Universal Fit Gun Metal Grey Fin...
- Universal fit for most cars (sedan/coupe/convertible)
- Come with (4) gunmetal grey color powder-coated anodized finish aluminum fasteners, (4) sets of stainless bolts/nuts/washers, (2) high strength fastener O-ring rubber bands
- Made with T6 6061 high quality...
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Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotiv...
- Car Floor Mats fit for Honda, Toyota, Ford, Cadillac, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, Buick, Porsche, Acura, etc. Model,Click the customize button start your order
- All the colors are in stock. The processing will be...
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Godspeed MSS0189-A MonoSS Coilover Lower...
- Compatible With Subaru Forester (SJ) 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
- Spring Rate (Front/Rear) : 10 kg/mm (560 lbs/inch) || 6 kg/mm (336 lbs/inch); Damping Levels: 16 Rebound Force Levels
- 52mm Mono-Tube Stainless Steel Shock With...
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Rev9 R9-HPX-1089_1 Hyper-Street ONE Coil...
- Compatible With Subaru Forester (S13) 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
- Spring Rate: Front - 10 kg/mm (560 lbs/inch) | Rear - 6 kg/mm (336 lbs/inch) // Damping Levels: 16 Levels // Top Mount: Front -...
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Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...
- ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
- ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
- ?Made with premium...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
Decals
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24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...
- What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
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Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...
- 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
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Frienda 6 Pieces Small Flame Decals Stic...
- Adorn your cars: these transfer decals are the fastest and easiest way to customize your car, can add more shine and personality to your vehicles and win more compliments from others
- Easy to use: the...
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3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal...
- Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
- Quality: High...
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7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...
- 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...
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SINGARO 4PCS Aluminum Valve Stem Cap, Gr...
- High quality: High quality aluminum alloy is used to replace the original bad valve cap of the tire, which can keep the wheel working well.
- Convenience: The valve cover is easy to install and disassemble....

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