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2016 Subaru Forester

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

4

3 current

Combined

9.4L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,914

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2019492 · manufacturer campaign WUM-98

4 October 2019

Transport Canada lists: Forester 2015–2018

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the passenger occupant detection system (ODS) may malfunction. This could cause the airbag system to turn off the passenger-front airbag even when a passenger is seated.

Why it matters

An airbag that is turned off could increase the risk of injury to a passenger in a crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the ODS sensor mat harness. It will be replaced if necessary.

35,806 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2019104 · manufacturer campaign WUE-90

1 March 2019

Transport Canada lists: Forester 2014–2016 · Impreza 2008–2016 · XV 2013–2017

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the brake lamp switch could fail. This would cause the brake lamps not to turn on when the brakes are applied. Depending on the model, this could cause an inability to shift from park or to start using the push-button ignition. This may also cause problems with the following: anti-lock brake system (ABS), vehicle dynamics control (VDC), and/or Eyesight system.

Why it matters

If the brake lights do not work, a following driver may not to recognize that a vehicle ahead is braking, increasing the risk of crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have the brake lamp switch replaced.

135,814 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2016122 · manufacturer campaign WTA-62

17 March 2016

Transport Canada lists: Forester 2015–2016 · Impreza 2016

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a portion of the engine turbocharger air intake duct may crack due to incorrect material being used during production. If the air intake duct were to crack, it could result in the engine developing a rough idle, reduced power and possibly a stall. Engine stalling would result in lost propulsion which, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect the engine turbocharger air intake duct, and replace as necessary.

2,163 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle: Small
In its class
More efficient than 66% of 180 2016 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
222 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2016 Subaru Forester have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 4 recalls on record for the 2016 Subaru Forester. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2016 Subaru Forester get?
NRCan rates the 2016 Subaru Forester at 9.4 L/100 km combined, emitting 222 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 3 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2016 Subaru Forester for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,914 in fuel, producing roughly 4,343 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.