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2026 Subaru Forester recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2026 Subaru Forester, filed between December 19, 2025 and October 19, 2026. Each one is below with what is wrong and the free fix.
1 campaign below has a "do not drive" or "park outside" warning from the maker: Suspension: lower ball joint (26V685000). Call a dealer about it first.
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| Part | Filed | Advice |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension: lower ball joint | October 19, 2026 | Do not drive |
| Equipment: labels | July 8, 2026 | Dealer fix |
| Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly | May 28, 2026 | Dealer fix |
| Structure: hinge and attachments | December 19, 2025 | Dealer fix |
Suspension: lower ball joint
Campaign 26V685000 · Filed October 19, 2026 · Do not drive until fixed
What is wrong. The castle nut on the left-front lower control arm ball joint may be improperly fastened, which can lead to the ball joint separating from the lower control arm.
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Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek and Forester vehicles. The castle nut on the left-front lower control arm ball joint may be improperly fastened, which can lead to the ball joint separating from the lower control arm.
What could happen. A ball joint that separates from the lower control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the left-front lower control arm ball joint assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 16, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI26.
Equipment: labels
Campaign 26V436000 · Filed July 8, 2026
What is wrong. These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label.
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Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, 2025-2026 Forester Hybrid, Forester, and 2019-2026 Ascent vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 110, "Tire selection and rims."
What could happen. An incorrect GAWR label may lead to an overloaded vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix. Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners, free of charge. Owners may also choose to have a dealer install the new label, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 27, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-26.
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Campaign 26V346000 · Filed May 28, 2026
What is wrong. The sliding glass panel of the power moonroof assembly may have been improperly bonded to the sliding frame, allowing the glass panel to detach from the vehicle.
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Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Forester and Forester Hybrid vehicles. The sliding glass panel of the power moonroof assembly may have been improperly bonded to the sliding frame, allowing the glass panel to detach from the vehicle.
What could happen. A detached glass panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix. Dealers will inspect the power moonroof glass panel for proper adhesion and, if necessary, replace the glass panel assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRF-26. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
Structure: hinge and attachments
Campaign 25V889000 · Filed December 19, 2025
What is wrong. These vehicles may have been manufactured with an incorrect and/or incorrectly oriented rear hatch support bracket which can detach without prior warning.
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Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Forester vehicles. These vehicles may have been manufactured with an incorrect and/or incorrectly oriented rear hatch support bracket which can detach without prior warning.
What could happen. A rear hatch support bracket that detaches can allow the rear hatch to fall unexpectedly during use and increase the risk of injury.
The fix. Dealers will inspect the rear hatch support brackets and, if necessary, replace the stay and support bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-25. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.
Check that your car is on the list
Most campaigns cover only cars built in a certain date range or at a certain plant, so a 2026 Subaru Forester may or may not be included. The VIN is the only sure test. It is 17 characters, on the dashboard by the windshield and on the driver door jamb sticker. Look up your VIN at NHTSA to see whether a campaign is open for your exact car.
How to confirm the repair is free
- Call any authorized Subaru dealer service desk and give them the VIN and the campaign number from the list above.
- Ask them to confirm the campaign is open for your car. If it is, the parts and labor are covered.
- If the dealer says the part is not in stock, ask for a written note with the date, and ask about a loaner if the notice says not to drive the car.
- Keep the repair order. It shows the campaign number and proves the work was done.
If you already paid for a repair that a recall later covered, Subaru may owe you a refund. Ask the dealer or Subaru customer service about reimbursement, and keep your receipts.
Other model years of the Forester
- 2025 (3)
- 2024 (2)
- 2023 (1)
- 2022 (1)
- 2019 (3)
- 2018 (3)
- 2017 (1)
- 2016 (3)
- 2015 (3)
- 2014 (2)
- 2013 (12)
- 2012 (15)
- 2011 (16)
- 2010 (17)
- All years
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2026 Subaru Forester recall questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Subaru Forester have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2026 Subaru Forester. A campaign can cover only some cars of that model year, so check your VIN to see whether yours is included.
Is a recall repair on a 2026 Subaru Forester free?
Yes. A safety recall repair is free at an authorized Subaru dealer, whatever the age or mileage of the car and no matter who owns it now.
How do I know if my 2026 Subaru Forester was already fixed?
Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows whether a campaign is open for that exact car. You can also ask a dealer to run the VIN, or look at the service history paperwork for the campaign number.
Source: NHTSA recalls API, checked 2026-10-29. Text is NHTSA's wording of each campaign. New campaigns are added over time. Not a repair shop, estimates only.