Forester — Generation guide
SL (2025+)
Sixth generation. Subaru has publicly confirmed a hybrid variant using Toyota Hybrid System architecture (Subaru U.S. Media Center, 2024); on-sale timing and trim availability should be verified against a current Subaru release before quoting. Early press coverage praises refinement but flags reduced headroom vs. SK.
Documented problems (2025+)
All problems →No problem records tagged to Forester model years 2025+ are currently in our database — coverage is still being researched. This is a gap in our editorial coverage, not a statement that this generation has no known issues.
NHTSA recalls
All recalls →2026 Forester – Rear Hatch Hinge and Support Bracket
A rear hatch support bracket that detaches can allow the rear hatch to fall unexpectedly during use and increase the risk of injury.
2025 Forester – Child Seat
A loose child seat anchor bolt increases the risk of injury to a child during a crash.
2025 Forester – Wheels
A loss of vehicle stability increases the risk of a crash.
Repair-cost references
All costs →Repair-cost entries are model-wide; verify applicability for 2025+ before quoting.