How many fuel system complaints does the 2016 Subaru Forester have?

NHTSA lists 24 Fuel System complaints for the 2016 Forester, which is 6% of the 414 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2016 Subaru Forester fuel system?

No. NHTSA data shows no related recalls tied to these fuel system complaints.

At what mileage do fuel system problems usually appear on the 2016 Forester?

The median mileage at failure reported in these complaints is 43,767 miles.

What do owners describe happening with the fuel system?

Owners describe sudden engine stalling at highway speed, difficulty restarting, and brief hesitation at low speeds, sometimes even with fuel showing on the gauge.

Were there any crashes linked to these fuel system complaints?

NHTSA data tied to this problem area lists 5 crashes and 1 injury among the 24 fuel system complaints, with no fires reported.

2016 Subaru Forester Fuel System Problems

Owners filed 24 Fuel System complaints for the 2016 Subaru Forester, 6% of its 414 total complaints. There are no related recalls, but reports describe sudden stalling and loss of power at highway speed, sometimes with fuel showing on the gauge, at a median mileage of 43,767.

Fuel System complaints: 24; 6% of 414
Crashes reported: 5
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 43,767 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Engine stalls suddenly at highway speeds around 65-80 mph even though the fuel gauge shows fuel remaining and the low fuel light is not on.
After stalling, the engine sometimes will not restart right away and needs several minutes of sitting before it starts again.
At low speeds under 15 mph, some owners report an intermittent hesitation that causes a temporary loss of acceleration power lasting several seconds.
One owner reported the engine revving with a loss of power on the highway while cruise control was engaged, followed by dash warning lights.
One report describes the vehicle running out of gas unexpectedly on the highway with the fuel gauge indicating additional miles remaining before the tank was actually empty.

When 2016 Subaru Forester fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 8, 2016, latest Sep 1, 2025.

24 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2016 to Sep 2025; peak Aug 2020 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2016 Subaru Forester

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Fuel System complaints by Forester model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200522 (24%)
200613 (15%)
200712 (16%)
20083 (6%)
200910 (6%)
201013 (5%)
20115 (3%)
20128 (8%)
20132 (3%)
201421 (5%)
201556 (9%)
201624 (6%)
201711 (2%)
201821 (4%)
201922 (3%)
202013 (2%)
20216 (3%)
20228 (8%)
20232 (3%)
20240 (0%)
202517 (18%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2016 Subaru Forester have?: NHTSA lists 24 Fuel System complaints for the 2016 Forester, which is 6% of the 414 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Subaru Forester fuel system?: No. NHTSA data shows no related recalls tied to these fuel system complaints.
At what mileage do fuel system problems usually appear on the 2016 Forester?: The median mileage at failure reported in these complaints is 43,767 miles.
What do owners describe happening with the fuel system?: Owners describe sudden engine stalling at highway speed, difficulty restarting, and brief hesitation at low speeds, sometimes even with fuel showing on the gauge.
Were there any crashes linked to these fuel system complaints?: NHTSA data tied to this problem area lists 5 crashes and 1 injury among the 24 fuel system complaints, with no fires reported.