| Issue ID | 1539024 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11180863 |
| Manufacurer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Brand | SUBARU |
| Model | FORESTER |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 15/02/19 |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Drivers side lower control arm have worn out twice with in 24 months. On any street or highhway was getting a knocking noise. First time my private mechanic stated it was bad. Took it to dealer their mechanic said there was no problem. Few weeks later went back to dealer for same reason. Then they admitted it was bad and repaired. Now on 2/18/19 i have the same problem. Went to the dealer their mechanic said everything was fine . Everything nice and tight. Took the vehicle which was still making the noise for state inspection he stated the lower control arm was bad . Now i must go back to the dealer for them to get warranty approval to repair. This is constantly making me do everything twice because the dealer mechanic fails ti be honest. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 60000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | PHILADELPHIA, PA |
| VIN pattern | JF2SJAHC8FHXXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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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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| Vehicle speed | 40 |
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