10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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1998 Subaru Forester brakes problems

brakes problem

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1998 Subaru Forester Owner Comments

problem #5

Nov 021999

Forester

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Dealer had to disassemble and resurface 2 front rotors to eliminate excessive runout.

- North Bellmore, NY, USA

problem #4

Jul 012000

Forester

  • miles
Consumer has had to have rotors turned on a 'very' frequent basis. Dealership/mechanic were saying that drums needed to be replaced. Please provide any additional information.

- Kennewick, WA, USA

problem #3

Nov 012000

Forester

  • miles
While at a stop light and when driver accelerates engine will rev. Consumer has also changed rotors, and it's time to change them again after 3000 miles.

- Middletown, MD, USA

problem #2

Sep 131999

Forester 4WD

  • miles
Gradual brake pulsation experienced twice. Dealer resurfaced front rotors (9/13/99 @ 21,156 miles & 4/4/2000 @ 29,928 miles), which temporarily corrected the problem.

- Bowie, MD, USA

problem #1

Mar 151999

Forester

  • miles
Erratic problem with vehicle braking system: Dealer turned rotors for the second time, instead of replacing the.; seeking NHTSA help or provide additionalinformation.

- Port Charlette, FL, USA

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