2019 Subaru Forester - Maintenance & Specs
The 2019 Subaru Forester belongs to a Subaru Forester lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 19 model years, from 1998 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 2.5L, 2.5L I4. It is configured as all-wheel drive with an automatic (av-s7). The 2019 sits mid-run, with both earlier (1998) and later (2026) Forester model years also documented.
It takes 0W-20 full synthetic oil, 5.1 qt with a new filter meeting API SP. Fluid specs on file include Super Long Life coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid, Subaru ATF HP transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 13 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 33 ft-lb, lug nut 89 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around visibility/wiper (346), unknown or other (98), electrical system (73). A representative report reads: "Car swirving as if someone grabbed the steering and pulled right left quickly when applying breaks. First incident happened on interstate which nearly caused..." There are 3 safety recalls on record; one covers: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS)....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 26 city / 33 highway MPG, 29 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $1,500.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 5.1 qt |
| OEM oil spec | API SP |
| Oil filter | Mobil 1 M1-110A |
| EPA combined | 29 MPG |
| Tire size | 245/60R18 |
| Coolant | Super Long Life |
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 stars |
| Open recalls on record | 3 |
| Technical service bulletins | 200 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.