| Issue ID | 1364253 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10966722 |
| Manufacurer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Brand | SUBARU |
| Model | FORESTER |
| Model Year | 2014 |
| File date | 16/03/16 |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Discovered at routine servicing at just over 34k. The front axel seal is leaking. The rear shocks are failing and need replacing. No off road or over bumpy streets driving. This much too early for both of these problems to occur without heavy driving or on uneven surfaces. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 34000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | KANSAS CITY, MO |
| VIN pattern | JF2SJAMC8EHXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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