The more I research the more concerned I am about the CVT and its long term reliability.
Outback with 225k miles never engine or tranny problems.
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The 2016 Forester is the only AWD in its class that can be equipped with a tow package and a manual transmission. 2016 Subaru Forester Transmission Problems. XT is going to cost more to start with - almost 5k versus the LX model. The worst complaints are body / paint, engine, and wheels / hubs problems. Subaru Forester Transmission Problems. Once praised for its design, Subaru's CVT is showing problems aging ranging from jerks and shudders, to hestiations and stalls. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
All very clean and Limited levels. 2 Posts #10 • Feb 2, 2018. Subaru’s Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) was first made available in the 5th generation Legacy and Outback. Learn what owners have to say and get authentic consumer feedback before buying your next car.
If you're considering a used Subaru Forester, you can schedule a pre-purchase inspection with a mechanic to make sure it's in the best possible condition before you buy it. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Compare 2016 Subaru Forester vs 2016 Honda CR-V vs 2015 Honda CR-V • Edmunds I know you are in Canada, but numbers should be good for general idea. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. One of the last model years with standard transmission, the car is fun to drive. To see how frequently 2016 Subaru Forester problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Subaru Forester owners have reported 42 problems related to automatic transmission (under the power train category). The Subaru Forester has been around since 1998, so there is a lot of available data about its common problems and issues, though they do not affect all Forester models. The 2016 Subaru Forester has 294 problems & defects reported by Forester owners. 2000_POS_Forester July 5, 2016… The worst complaints are lack of power when cold. Road noise is on the high side.
Not saying you made a mistake at all, but your concerns are part of reason I bought a 2013 … To see how frequently 2016 Subaru Outback problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.
Most notably, the oil leak issue is resolved. 2016 Subaru Outback Transmission Problems.
Even the Subaru dealer would just put in a “new” one, so I have a feeling my best option would be to bite the economic bullet and replace the transmission for around $4,000. Test drove 2015 RAV4, CRV and Forester, all with 14k-25k miles. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs.
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2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium The 2016 Forester seems to have fewer issues than the 2011 model. Subaru Corporation is offering consumers an extended warranty on the continuously variable transmission (CVT) on approximately 1.5 million vehicles after concerns were raised about transmission problems that may cause the vehicle to stall on model year 2012-2017 vehicles..
I have owned 3 other new Subaru vehicles including the WRX, Outback, and the Impreza. Decided on Forester due to features, styling and smooth drive, take possession in two days. The issues have forced Subaru to extend their CVT warranty. 2016 Subaru Forester transmission problems with 2 complaints from Forester owners. Read consumer reviews from real 2016 Subaru Forester buyers.
With both back seats down, 2 akitas ride comfortably. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Subaru Forester based on all problems reported for the Forester.