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2012 SUBARU FORESTER Safety Overview

The 2012 SUBARU FORESTER has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 4 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Seat belts
  • Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as the seat belt assembly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for SUBARU FORESTER owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 SUBARU FORESTER 22V838000

Subaru of America, Inc.

The seat belt assembly may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 22V838000: The seat belt assembly may not properly restrain an occupant during a... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/10/2022
2012 SUBARU FORESTER 20V001000

Subaru of America, Inc.

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 20V001000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/2/2020
2012 SUBARU FORESTER 20V002000

Subaru of America, Inc.

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 20V002000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/2/2020
2012 SUBARU FORESTER 20V003000

Subaru of America, Inc.

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 20V003000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/2/2020

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.