2019 Subaru Forester: How's It Held Up Its First 100K Miles? We Do A Full Inspection To Find Out!

[@7396p]

I have a 2014 with 160k miles, looks like new (I live in Southern Arizona so no corrosion issues) on the outside and under the hood. Only at the dealer for CVT fluid exchange that's it. I do all the maintenance myself. My first Subaru and I'm very happy so far.

[@Realwessharpe]

How many miles on the CVT change?

[@douglasjayjay4367]

Am thinking of getting a 2014 or 2013 forester. Am from zambia any tips you can share on how to keep the Subaru on top condition

[@kanyeeastlolz]

Smart man lol

[@gcanyon3114]

Great video. I have a '22 Forester Limited and had a front end clunking noise as well when I bought it. It only made the noise with the steering wheel off center (approx half a turn to the right)... would not make noise when driving straight. Long story short, it turned out to be a defective steering rack and was replaced by Subaru. Several other people on the Forester forum have had their steering racks replaced as well, all with 2022 models. Other than that, this is easily the best vehicle I've owned so far! Very well designed and super comfortable to drive.

[@Thefilmyfamily786]

were you getting the sound when hitting a bump, or just turning?

[@ericg2167]

I have a 2014 Forester xt. 120000 kms today. Premium gas always. Synthetic oil and filter change every spring and another before the cold winter. I'm in Canada, so I do cover the front grill during deep freeze months. Replaced a driverside CV axle and both lower A arms over time, but that's about it. Of coarse brake pads as needed. A warranty replaced catalytic converter way back in, maybe 2016 or 17. They reflashed the ECU also at that time. Maybe running a little too rich??! I do love this car. I love its acceleration, its control of the road/environment. Its utilitarian usefulness. I brought home a washing machine in it. During the covid nightmare, I brought home a refrigerator in the back of it. Sure, the fridge had to sit upright for 24 hours, but I still got my fridge. It's a rocket ship, grocery getter, and utility vehicle all in one. Edit: Also haul plywood and lumber on the roof rack. Nothing crazy but it gets it done.

[@alecmatteson692]

I also have a 2019 Forester Premium, when my wife decided that she wanted a new car, that’s what we ended up going with. That is how I found this KZbin channel, and I’ve been watching ever since, learning and enjoying! We’ve had it for a little over a year now and it has about 67,000 miles, I’m happy to see you have an identical vehicle to ours on the channel with higher mileage. I do all the maintenance and most repairs myself. I did have the dealer do the CVT service while it was still under warranty though. I want to make this car an heirloom.

[@Tony-ex2rm]

how long is the warranty on the cvt?

[@davidcarroll8735]

Fascinating video and comments. I have a 2019 Forester Touring, 50k miles, similar to other comments no significant issues so far and love the car.

[@twofathoms1]

I have same car. Left front clunk was a loose brake caliper. At 57,000 I had to change both rear wheel bearings-covered by warranty. 4 tires lasted about 40,000. It's been a good car overall.

[@jdljr1]

Owners need to know to be prepared for major service expenses for these cars to keep one going well beyond 100000 miles, with your video showing the first hints of what is to come. The original windshields are still hopeless, my Plinkington replacement has taken three times the hits that made the Subaru one shatter. But insurance paid that. The lower control arms on my 2017 Forester are one piece with the ball joints and totally failed 110k. Both drive axles spit out all their grease and were replaced 120k. The struts gave out by 120k, so I had four replaced finally 134k because of excessive car lean on turns. Both rear wheel bearings done (because I waited too long on the struts?) Cost of everything? Thousands. My rebuilding of this car ended with 4 new autolite iridium finewire spark plugs (I did these myself.) Thousands at the shop for all of this otherwise. And I still love the car. But owners need to know, life keeping a Subaru over 100000 miles, is no bowl of cherries.

[@haywardkong1213]

Yeah owning a subaru 2014 OB has pushed me to do my own servicing or I would be broke. My 2005 Scion tC doesn't have much issue and has much more miles. Rear while bearings seems to be a common issue on Subarus/ On my OB I changed out my front control arms... front axles.. changed front sway bar links while I was at it and the front sway bar bushings. Rear wheel bearings... Going to change next week my starter and then water pump since it's making noises.. oh yeah I've changed my serpentine belt , tensioner and idle pulleys since it was making noises. Spark plugs... and have done all the fluids... Need to do next month my Valve cover gaskets as well as the spark plug seals...

[@williamtherriault335]

@@haywardkong1213 make sure you clean all of the old silicone off of the top of the cam carriers when replacing your valve cover gaskets. And apply the new silicone to the valve cover gaskets just before installation. Allow the silicone to cure for at least a few hours before adding oil and starting the engine

[@ruxican1762]

Mr. Subaru, please double check the lower control arm bushings, the clanking can be mistaken for CV axle noise. When you do the 3 and 9 wiggle test, watch if the front bushing moves. I have a 16 and 17 XT and changed lower control arm bushings in one and replace the control arms in the other at 60K miles. No off-roading adventures, both cars are daily drivers.

[@alpineaz3077]

This is good to hear. I have a 2021 Forester Premium that I purchased new. Just rolled over 60,000 miles with no issues. Been doing my own oil changes every 5k miles. Never been back to the dealer. Just replaced the original Bridgestone ecopia tires with Nexen Aria AH7 tires. The only complaint I have with the car is the poor windshield quality glass. The windshields chip and crack super easily. I’m on windshield number 3. Just had the 3rd one put in last week and I already have 3 rock chips in it. Love the car overall.

[@vipvip-tf9rw]

do you change oil filter each oil replacement?

[@nuttietrendchannel4265]

I do with mine. I just replaced it with FRAM brand, not expensive one. @@vipvip-tf9rw

[@sircasm6578]

I'm just about to pull the trigger and order a 23 Forester for my wife... Fingers crossed 🤞😃

[@collinmc90]

I have no idea how people put this many miles on their cars so quickly lol. I guess I don't go anywhere compared to these people. I put maybe 10 thousand miles on my Subaru in the last 3 years lol

[@jasonbeallie5535]

I'm like you, as my 2018 Forester XT has only 46,000 km's(28,500 miles) on it.

[@zachsummers3321]

Will be one year since I had my impreza in February got it brand new will have over 20k

[@nancyoffenhiser4916]

I'm with you, my 2013 Outback is at 96k.

[@jasonleatherwood2172]

They either morons or drug runners no other option my friend makes 60k“ per year but he drives 40000 miles per year with no mileage pay

[@brandonmjohnsonphotography]

I'm at 7200 in 3 months on a 2023 Crosstrek. I'm 60 miles round trip from work and do photography as a hobby. I'll probably get 30k in a year.

[@richjones8696]

I was a Subaru dealer tech for approximately 8 years. I agree with your suspicion for the auto start stop system, if it was something more than a battery it normally would set a DTC. These customers are lucky that it is not leaking. I had a pretty large run of 2019s that the lower or upper oil pans were not sealed well from the factory. Going to the direct injection fixed most of the cam carriers leakage issues. In the Midwest with the extreme temperature fluctuations I suspect the fuel injector orings were allowing seepage at the fuel rail and dripping down onto the upper cam carrier eating the Fujibond. Back the the D.I 2.5 the only other consistent failure point that I saw was the thermostatic control valve system.

[@pagophilus]

MY20 Forester (purchased Nov 2019). 55,000km. No issues whatsoever.

[@grumpy1311]

Seems like alot of required maintenance for a 2019, but with the 100k miles I guess makes more sense. Thanks for the rundown Mr. 'Roo!

[@sthier24]

I have a 2017 Forester Touring and you are right about "alot of required maintenance"

[@Fun4GA]

I got a super deal on an 8 month Subaru with 4,200 miles because the factory battery is junk when new. Put a quality Diahard in and drove off with my $10k discount.

[@joshverdoorn7375]

I have a 2018 Subaru Forester premium with 66,800 miles on it I bought this spring from my dad I’m very happy with it I hope I can get at least another 200,000 miles out of it

[@Buc_Stops_Here]

Own a 2013 Subaru Legacy H6 with 129,000 miles. Nothing failed before 100,000 miles but did change the brake fluid and spark plugs at 90,000 (should have done those at 60,000 but will do again at 150,000). At 106,000 miles the master brake cylinder failed which Subaru says should have lasted the life of the car. At 112,000 the rear differential seal started leaking and needed to replace seal. At 118,000 miles the rear wheel bearings needed replacing. At 124,000 the rear wheel bushings needed replacing. Also it needed new front control arms and new springs and struts. In one year of repairs, we put about $6000 into the car. Hopefully with the suspension mostly replaced and a few other failures, we only have rubber seals to deal with. No belt but a chain on the H6.

[@Cabuco2006]

I've put 170k on my 17 Impreza cvt. Only issues were Wheel bearing failures. I've taken it on many long trips around the eastern part of U.S. and drive a lot for work. Always synthetic fluid changes. Front and rear diff service every 40k or so. Cvt fluid drain and refill every 50k. Once I flushed out coolant. Car runs like new.

[@akakigvilava5571]

oil changes? how often?

[@bshingledecker]

a 2019 with almost a 100k is surprising to me at least. That is quite a bit of driving. That dry rot on the tires would concern me, even though it looks to have a good amount of wear, BUT, given the fact they are most likely only a couple years old, they had been on the rack for many years before they were sold. Check the date code, and then their receipt. My 2016 Forester has 97k on it. I've had a couple surprise repairs, (wheel bearings) but just wear items otherwise. I am also starting to burn oil, and have had to add 1/2 quart between changes.

[@jillsokol4938]

2019 with 125k on it and just turned 5 years old. Thank God I purchased a comprehensive extended warranty from my credit union who financed the car. Left axle and such just replaced today and COVERED by the warranty, as was the right side in the past. Trunk latch replaced at 3 years old which I was told is a common issue. Extended warranty saved me 600 on that! Considering purchasing one from Endurance now because I have no i te tion to buy a new kne any time soon. My mecha ic aaid Subaru known for oil leaks gaskets. Yes, I drive alot, mostly local stop and go. New warranty or not guys? Great video!

[@livefreevinnie]

I’ve owned 3 Subarus, and all of them has accumulated over 100,000 miles w/o any problems.

[@TheRicknelsen]

I can’t imagine there are ANY cars that accumulate issues under 100k these days. Under 200k, sure, perhaps.

[@rhomacity]

Hmmm . I have a 2015 Forester, base model (except for the added skid plates, 160,000 KM. Never had a problem except replacing battery with the new type. great car.

[@shiloh5199]

My 2017 WRX only has 80k on the odometer...this 2019 Forester hit 100k already, wow!!

[@nomebear]

There's probably 25+ Subys in my immediate neighborhood, and a 2018 loaded out Legacy lives in my garage with just 9,000+ miles. It's a thirsty car, and will discharge the battery for some unknown reason when parked for a few minutes. Subaru can't figure it out, the battery is new, but we always make sure there's someone standing by when we use it just in case it takes a dump and we need to be rescued. My daily driver is a180,000 mile 2007 Prius which has been trouble free.

[@kendrickwilliams3696]

A good example. I'd say 100k miles in 1k days is rough to any vehicle. That subie took it like a champ.

[@DanielBeard-bt7mn]

Subaru's rule!!!

[@rockinrob2004]

I bought a 2019 Impreza Premium CVT brand new & was able to get it w/o eyesight, which I didn't want. So far 30K no issues. Thanks for ALL the great advice & videos, when I get to 100K I'd love to come down from PA & get YOUR expert opinion on this car. Happy Holidays!

[@ColetteMitchellFrenchDreams]

Ha! If both of your parents, my husband and I, live 120 miles round trip, and you have to drive to Arizona many times a year, plus you deliver flowers all over LA, you can really add up the miles! I love our Subaru-it's a great car to teach teens how to drive!

[@davidharrison2586]

2018, Legacy Premium, 123,000 miles, Upstate NY winters, Still get 30 mpg, tires 40-50 K, Brakes 40-60K Been cross country (east to west) twice, and north to south twice . Eats approx 1 qt of oil between changes (changes every 6000) Battery changed on recall Goes through rear brake pads faster than front PCV valve changes Front bushings Info-tainment system touch screen / controls locks up on hot days Roof rubber trim keep coming off in car washes Rattle trap noises within a week or 2 of an oil change. Service dealer has had to fix rattles every change.

[@carlosux]

can’t wait for the repair video. i have a similar 2018. same issue with the bushing but it’s been solid!

[@ragucav]

My car needs this type of inspection

[@ap101081]

The only thing changed out on my 2017 Crosstrek was the battery. I has the dealer do a 6 quart drain and fill on the CVT at 40K miles which is what it has now. The tires still look great 5 years later with no dry rot maybe thanks to tire dressing on the inside and outside. Great car and will replace my HR-V with another Subaru when it's time.

[@Fckngeekedbro206]

You go under your car to put on tire dressing? Most tires degrade from sunlight. Not dirt and grime.

[@POSS99]

​@@Fckngeekedbro206you know that guy is full of crap

[@alig6616]

I also have an HRV and a 2019 crosstreck this is uncanny.

[@gabeeskridge8291]

​@@alig6616Hey , overall which do you prefer and why?

[@alig6616]

@@gabeeskridge8291 the Subaru for sure!! X100000 It runs better in the winter , easier to do my own maintenance and way cheaper, way more storage, Can pull out other cars and tow much easier, have better resale value, better, gas, mileage, easier to mod

[@abrahamchairez8699]

My 14 Forester just hit 147k still running good

[@robertrease8837]

60000 mile service, cam carrier leak on right side, they recommend replacing head gaskets on both sides, $3700 .

[@dq7143]

Great inspection video. Really helps to know what to look at when considering a used cars.

[@thomas735]

Aside from Toyota and Subaru it seems like Korean car brands are doing the same thing to the Japanese brands that the Japanese brands did to US car companies in the 70s and 80s. I’m hoping Subaru can continue to improve their quality and reliability as time passes. I do love the brand.

[@MrSubaru1387]

Kia and Hyundai are not knocking Japanese cars in the form of quality. The South Korean brands can’t keep an engine from seizing up. They’re no threat.

[@thomas735]

@@MrSubaru1387 that’s true, but some of their new engines seem pretty promising especially in the genesis products. The thing I think the Koreans are ahead on though is full battery electric cars.

[@haywardkong1213]

@@TokinWhiteKid I would not touch a Kia or Hyundai car at all especially their engines. I've only had 3 cars in entire life. 1987 BMW 325 4 door sedan which ran over 300k miles, engine and transmission was original. I must say it leaked oil like a pig and it sucked you needed to change the oil pan gasket you had to drop the front suspension according to the manual. My family owned it from day one as new and got passed down to me. 2005 Scion tC bought new and has currently 168K miles... need to replace valve cover gasket and motor and trans mounts and a few weather seals. It's a great reliable car with fluid maintenance. Now the 2014 Subaru outback 124K miles has add front control arms replaced and then accidental tore my CV boot while changing control arms. Also rear wheel bearings changed . More things that go bad in a subaru then toyota.. but I still love my outback since it does so well in the snow.

[@thomas735]

@@TokinWhiteKid yikes, sorry a bout your bad luck! Everything I’ve read says that they have improved.

[@thomas735]

@@haywardkong1213 those old BMWs were pretty bulletproof. I remember being in one a while ago and liking the simplicity that the newer ones don’t have. Have you ever change the CVT fluid in your Subaru?

[@fraxonthefurry21]

My 2017 is on 100k. Been through both front axles and a cracked upper cat. Replaced under extended warranty. Didn't mention the off-roading, deep water crossings, and many redline donuts 😆. So far only quality issue that disappointed me was the rear quarter glass sprung a leak. Just got it re-sealed, no problem. And the windshield cracks and chips way to easily.

[@maybenot6075]

@wheresImpreza you missed the 5engine grenades

[@kingmike40]

I have 2015 legacy with 138,000. Runs great.

[@akeen7399]

Easy round trip from home to work 100 miles on the dot. 500 miles a week x 52= 26,000 miles minus 6 weeks vacation (3,000 miles) = 23,000 miles a year plus errands and vacations. It adds up fast.

[@tomahawk7259]

Auto-Start stop defeater was the first mod on my 2019 Forester. Just got it a few months ago with only 33k miles on it. No issues so far with besides also having an empty coolant tank. Brought it right back to the dealer for fill up and didn't have an issue since. Dealership resolved it for free obviously and gave me a free gallon of coolant and a free car wash.

[@MrSubaru1387]

Installed the AutoStop Eliminator on this car for the customer.

[@mowelker]

@@MrSubaru1387 I didn't there was such a thing! Is it expensive? Is something that would have to be installed by someone of your abilities?

[@MrSubaru1387]

@@mowelker it’s like $200. Takes 5 mins to install.

[@adm111490]

Gives me hope that my own '19 Forester Sport should hold up pretty good as well. Have about 45K miles and no complaints. Also, that radio preset issue was eventually fixed through an over the air update.

[@ThrashWitch]

Good to know! Mine is doing the exact same thing with the radio. I’ve got 46k on my 2019 also! 👊🏻

[@groosbro1]

Bought a '20 WRX in June of '20 it now has about 50K on it. My daily commute is about 84 miles in mixed NYC traffic. So far hasn't had a hiccup of any kind, unless you count the driver's side window losing calibration whenever it's bellow 32°F and has to be rolled up and down before it settles down.

[@marcISagg]

Not bad no denying. No coolant in the res is suspect. Its what you should expect buying an older subi--problems

[@jimr549]

I've seen a few comments about empty coolant bottles and this doesn't seem to concern anyone? If you don't see it on the ground there aren't many other places for it to be going. A combustion gas test on the coolant would be warranted. The amount of oil some of these are burning is concerning as well. Not knocking Subaru, I like them but they have their issues.

[@michaelsimon7414]

If the air filter is dirty you can probably bet the cabin filter also needs replacing.

[@williamtherriault335]

Had an '18 forester in the shop this week with a similar auto start stop issue where the engine would not restart when trying to leave a stop light. Ended up being a short to ground between the ecm and the dc/DC converter under the dash on the D/S. Ended up replacing the bulkhead harness

[@sircasm6578]

I hope that wasn't as big of a nightmare to diagnose as it sounds

[@crashbug4343]

18s do not have auto start stop...

[@williamtherriault335]

@Harrison Sao you're right it was a '19. I thought it was an 18 because the customer bought it at the end of '18 which put them out of their factory warranty coverage for the repair.

[@domenik8339]

As another data point, I bought my used 2019 subaru outback limited in 2022, and by 2023 I'll have put 12,000 miles on it. I've used it on 4 road trips this year, including one with towing near max capacity for 500 miles, and one fairly hardcore offroading trip through the NV desert. Completely stock btw. I bought it to be a workhorse that can be used on road trips visiting family states away, haul camping gear, and have fun offroading. This car is excellent at all of the above. Mpg has been great. I keep my car loaded up with offroad gear and the whole family and it gets maybe 29 mpg on the highway with all the extra weight. Around town it dips significantly, occasionally down to 23 in traffic. $60 fill ups once a month when not traveling. Amazing fuel economy frankly. The cvt is predictable and always feels like it knows what it's doing, the engine is quiet and handles every task effortlessly. Even towing on the highway at 85 mph wasn't pushing it. After all that abuse a full inspection by the dealership revealed . . . nothing. Absolutely nothing. This is why I bought this car. I've not been gentle with this car and outside of burning a little coolant while towing max capacity, it's needed nothing. Offroad, it always blows away expectations. I lost the trail offroading (maybe rally racing at that point) 50 miles from town in the NV desert and had to overland over sand and around sagebrush and mud back to a road and the car never complained once. Got my traction control light blinking from a rear tire spin once in some deep sand, but the car transfered power and was back in complete control within a second. Bottom line, the outback will go as far as your bravery will let you take it. I will say, I'm not at all happy with how long the stock tires (Bridgestone Dueler) last. I have about 3K life left on them at 35K miles. That is a terrible tire life especially for tires that aren't even particularly grippy. Performance of them has just been meh, they are almost loud on the highway, perform a little slightly better than average offroad, but are wandery at speed. These are maybe the worst stock tire on any vehicle I've ever owned. Would be happy to answer and questions.

[@mrgrantham4475]

I have a 2019 forester sport, it only has 22k miles though(all city miles), and my battery is still fine, but, I never use the start and stop feature, I believe it would cause early starter and charging system problems. Also, you can start the car again from the auto stop, by pressing on the break firmer. That way it doesn't jolt the CVT in the drive. Might cause early drive train ware.

[@jacobcurtis6849]

My 2017 Cruze has 203k miles, original battery and stop/start cant be turned off. Never had any issues

[@haywardkong1213]

If you drive all city I would change your CVT fluid soon...as well as your diff fluid front and back.

[@MS3BOI]

Yeah I see more battery issues on subarus that use start stop feature

[@Jesticles85]

A few months ago I got a 2020 with 75,000 miles. Thermo control valve just died on me. It's a couple thousand dollar job so I will be doing it myself. I'm pretty bummed about it.

[@JeffBaggett-u4j]

My 2017 Forester so far has had the steering sector, both rear wheel bearings, and the AC compressor replaced. The exhaust manifold cover is cracked and will need to be replaced next. Not good for only 75K miles and well maintained. I think I will be going back to Toyota.

[@brayanquesada3528]

Just regular maintenance, those vehicles are amazing

[@toddb930]

I had to have the battery replaced after about one year on a 2020 Forester. Subaru took care of it but being stranded for 2 hours before road service could get there was a hassle.

[@idkwhtimduin]

2014 OB with 119k miles. Got to replace rear differential mount bushings and thats it everything else was regular maintenance.

[@bruce9032]

I have a 2020 Forester touring that I bought new and now has 54000 miles. Replaced 2 windshields , set of cc2 and just did the scheduled maintenance, front and rear diff along with cvt fluid change at 48000. Mileage dropped by 3+ mpg after I put on the cc2's. Great tires tho. I'll have to replace frt.brakes next. Spark plugs at 60,000...still wondering about that since their iridium plugs. Averaging 35 mpg , and not adding any oil in between 6000 mile oil changes. So far so so good ...keep on rollin.

[@Katya5cat]

My '19 has just turned over 31,000. It would be more like 100 thousand had I not I retired in early 2020.

[@kidwelldavid6136]

Mine is a 2018 with 26500 city miles. Will be waiting for that next video.

[@TommyG11814]

Pretty darn good for 100K.

[@sthier24]

But like he said he doesn't know the repair history

[@mercstealthdk]

Subaru has a update for the radio losing the presets.

[@alansach8437]

100,000 miles nowadays is just getting broken in. I think the only recommended service on most cars would be a few oil changes. On my Toyota it's that and then plugs at 110,000.

[@joshuathomas4934]

Cars both wear with age and mileage. That’s is pretty clear. They also wear based on maintenance as well. So. I’d say if ya take care of it and service it the way it’s meant to be and wash it. Should hold up well.

[@petergarofolo9385]

Can't wait for the next video. Thanks for this one. 👍 👍 👍

[@weronikaiwanciow7438]

just hit 100k on my 2015 subaru forester 😭👋

[@johnreese3762]

Great review video, thanks! Nice Forester BTW!

[@dlambro]

Thanks for the video. I was curious about the serpentine belt condition. I know to look for cracking or fraying, but this is the first time I've heard mention of groove depth. How do you know when the grooves are too deep? Is there any kind of measurement you can take?

[@MrSubaru1387]

There’s a tool you can use to check the groove depth. Will cover in the next video and show comparisons between the new and old belt.

[@burhanuddin7782]

Doc, I have question there years forester is timing belt or chain? Love your very informative, knowledgeable videos man god bless you brother!!!

[@OhhState]

I thought I drove a lot! I’ve got 77K miles on my 2018 Outback.

[@dougk5456]

Good review! I leased a 2019 Foerster and turned it in for a 2021. The 21 has an odd issue that so far the cause can't be found. It is not showing any error codes. The issue is an occasional one where the engine dies when accelerating. The more you push down the accelerator it puts on the brakes. Letting up on the accelerator and depressing it again and it goes like it should. I had a discussion with the dealer technical guy and he suspects that it may be related to the eyesight. Of course, it wouldn't do it when the service tech drove it!! He thinks it may possibly be that the memory in the eyesight isn't being cleared after detecting a vehicle close by. I am keeping track of the conditions surrounding the vehicle when it does this in hopes that it will help find the issue.

[@bradhaughton6698]

Honestly, the stop-start system is the main thing I do not like on these new cars I rather just disable it if I could.

[@chuckg6039]

I just turn it off right after I start the car. Piece of cake.

[@bradhaughton6698]

@@chuckg6039 that's true but you have to do it every single time you start the car which I'm sure that's annoying

[@chuckg6039]

@@bradhaughton6698 it's total habit. I don't even think about it. Hit that cutoff and then the electric brake switch to on. Again, no big deal.

[@bradhaughton6698]

@@chuckg6039 ok

[@jcman240]

I was just shopping for a car and noticed many Subarus for cheap prices, I always thought they made a reliable product but the market says otherwise

[@Howlertakesyt]

I feel like modern cars are building up miles way faster than before. I swear you used to be able to find a 10 year old car w under 100k miles or am I tripping?

[@justaguy2770]

🇵🇷 I own a 2018 Subaru Forester and it just hit 51K miles. This is on Sept. 23, 2023

[@louisc76]

This gives me hope my ‘21 Crosstrek will hold up. Thanks for the vid- also curious how the repairs look and if there’s any major services I can tackle myself.

[@owenacker4950]

My 2017 Outback has 200k miles with very few issues.

[@Rustyrailhead]

I have a 2011 and sort of happy with it but decided Iwill not buy another as no need for AWD and having to replace all 4 tires due to a nail. The front end bushings and other cost seem excessive. But is still cheaper replacing parts than buying a new car

[@Christosan88]

100k miles in 3 years? holy cow.

[@vernondavis6095]

had a subaru Legesy and a out back both had total engine failures with under 100'000

[@gitbox]

Interesting. My 2019 forester is at 98k miles. Just had the tcv go out and needs replacing.

[@itadakihokkaido4305]

I had a 9 yr old OEM battery on my 2002 wrx from 2000-2009!!! It finally went bad. Got another OEM Subaru battery and it failed after 7 months!!! Not made well like it use to be.

[@toddfr1967]

My 2019 Subaru Forster touring model has 46,000 miles on it.

[@RussellBettsgogov]

Thanks. Really good video. Very informative.

[@brz757]

We had the same problem with the radio presets vanishing on our 19. I think the fix was making a user profile on the radio. Pairing a phone, choosing a background image and all that. It wouldn't save otherwise. I freaking hated the start stop on our Forester, so glad our Ascent doesn't have it.

[@DopeXK8]

Love the video, brother! I was wondering what boots you got on, they look very nice and comfortable! Cheers

[@jtwu8931]

Finally a newer Forester! Please show how to retract rear parking brake without the reader. Thanks.

[@MrSubaru1387]

You need the scan tool to actuate the calipers.

[@jtwu8931]

There are video on YT that put 12V DC in revere can retract the actuators. Just want to verify that is not a hoax.

[@kevinm5177]

Dang that engine is clean!

[@rafaelruanojr8996]

I have the 2019 forester sport with 92000 Still running like new I believe that it depends on the owner of how often service and how hard they drive them

[@jonlosito2004]

What the?? I wasn't expecting a 2019 Forester already reaching up to 100k miles in just only 4 years!!. 😧😧 My mom's 2017 Forester currently has over 65k miles

[@TheMadhatter2561]

2019 Foresters have an issue with the thermo control valve. Very close to becoming a recall from Subaru.

[@MS3BOI]

Yeah there is a TSB about it

[@happyhome41]

Excellent ! (and truth in advertising -- we have a '21 Sport)

[@BiologistRyan]

Be fun if you poked my wrx (2018) for comparison. its at ~93.5k currently. Do honestly need it gone over though. No complaints, other than maybe needing an alignment.

[@imbowser]

I have a 2019 Premium, I like that it is still manufactured in Japan as evidenced by the J Vin number. The only issue I have is a creaky physical brake pedal that annoys me, maybe a bushing or something needs lubrication? I disabled the start/stop, they worst system out there

[@kimchinguyen-little6920]

Can you share the steps to disable the auto start?

[@GDTRFB]

Traded in my ‘17XT at 107k needing new front and rear wheel bearings, CVT was leaking after being resealed twice, engine was seeping, ran rough from carbon buildup, AC compressor replaced twice, and it was a year or two away from some serious rust issues. Thank god for that 100k gold plus warranty. Feel absolutely horrible for whoever bought it.

[@RadDadisRad]

I have a 2021 Ascent Touring. I’m at 47,666. I don’t plan on keeping it passed 100k

[@GDTRFB]

@@RadDadisRad yea that was my plan from day one knowing the CVT issues, I’ll keep my ‘06 STi forever and wouldn’t mind finding a low mileage 17-18 Forester XT down the road

[@GixxerRider1991]

Did you take it off road a lot or something?

[@GDTRFB]

@@GixxerRider1991 never left pavement aside from normal dirt roads in the Adirondacks. Always undercoated twice a year and religious on maintenance, made me sad because I truly wanted to keep it long term but it was going to cost me thousands and Subaru offered me 17.5 cash for it so I couldn’t say no.

[@RadDadisRad]

@@GDTRFB the STi is a gem. After seeing how much more beef is added to the transmission and the AWD I definitely think it’s built well minus the motor. Porsche did the boxer right by giving it dry sump from the factory.

[@honestjohn6222]

They are definitely made to last , and yes they are made in Japan .

[@gtjr.1138]

How was the CABIN AIR FILTER? That's an easy one I see a lot of people miss when doing inspections.

[@TMM6900]

Replace along with engine air filter?

[@brycelund4112]

Usually if I recommend an engine air filter I’ll recommend a cabin as well. I’m sure he did the same.

[@martinr8278]

Good thorough video. A 2019 Subaru with 100,000 miles! What?! Looking at other videos, Subarus can’t go beyond 80,000 because of cvts lol. What do they know! Here’s hoping you do a 200,000 review on this model in three years. Viva Subaru

[@dillonh321]

It’s because of Nissan who makes more CVT cars than anyone else that cvts get a bad rap. Nissan cvts cant make it over 80k miles but Subaru and just about every other manufacturer that make that cvts are much better quality. There is a 2015 Subaru Outback floating around on the internet that was used for delivery driving that has over 400k miles. If I remember correctly it was on its 2nd transmission.

[@martinr8278]

@@dillonh321 2015 outback with 400k miles!!? That’s impressive indeed. I believe you’re right about Nissan

[@eastonreid]

@@dillonh321 I think Mr Subaru made a community post a while back about a current gen Foerster with 400k

[@zacharyreynolds4303]

the Subaru chain driven one is good. just dont buy a Nissan versa, sentra etc with a shitty belt driven one.

[@robinsuarez5010]

If your hearing a clunking sound when turning left it’s the right cv axle driver side would only sound when turning right

[@cfitzgduke]

Why did the rear control arm bushing not make the list?

[@liketolearn141]

" well uh ... that's the way things are going " lol

[@creditelectric]

Big battery fitted for the stop start can last a long time if the stop start is not used, kinder to the starter as well my, 2014 Forester battery lasted till 2020, could not believe someone didn't refit the radiator cap correctly.Yet to change any CV joints, but at 160,000km (100,000 miles approx)front bearings are starting to get noisy.Been good so far.

[@JStockinger]

Nice video, thanks! We need a update video on the WRX!!

[@MrSubaru1387]

WRX?

[@JStockinger]

@@MrSubaru1387 Oh… sorry. Do you no longer have the 2019 Blue WRX?

[@MrSubaru1387]

@@JStockinger sold it early in 2020

[@who-gives-a-toss_Bear]

5 Years was the minimum back in the 70's. Someone is screwing with us now, saying a replacement is needed after only 3 years.