1. Subaru Forester
  2. Problems
  3. 2008
  4. Seats

2008 Subaru Forester Seats Problems

2
Owner complaint records in our dataset

Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.

Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.

Among these 2 stored complaint records:

  • 0 indicate a crash
  • 0 indicate injury
  • 1 indicate fire

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
30–60k mi1
60–100k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • April 18, 2016 · 90,700 miles

    Seats

    I was cleaning interior of car and the drivers seat lifted up. Car was in my driveway, the interior weld broke. I took it to local subaru dealer. Now 5 days later, after new seat came in i am told the track is broken. A cost of $600 plust labor to fix. I had an extended warranty that covered the seat and weld. I have contacted subaru of america as well. The vehicle has 90,700 miles on it. I am 6 ft 2" @ 240#'s solo…

    ODI 10862207

  • March 16, 2013 · 56,000 miles

    Air Bags · Body · Electrical System · Seats

    A fire broke out in the interior of our car while parked. The passenger door was destroyed and the interior of the car was ruined with smoke damage. Insurance declared it a total loss and both the adjuster and fire department suspect it was a wiring issue. While arson was not ruled out, there was no other damage to the car to suggest a break-in, and no personal belongings in the car were tampered with. *tr

    Fire reported

    ODI 10504069