How many fuel system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2019 Subaru Forester?

NHTSA lists 22 Fuel System complaints for the 2019 Forester, which is about 3% of the 833 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2019 Subaru Forester fuel system?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for this fuel system complaint category.

At what mileage do 2019 Forester fuel system problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure for these fuel system complaints is 3,500 miles.

Did any 2019 Forester fuel system complaints involve fires?

Yes, NHTSA records list 5 fire reports and 4 crash reports among the complaints filed in this area, including one case describing a fuel leak followed by a fire.

How does the 2019 Forester compare to other model years for fuel system complaints?

The 2019 Forester's 22 complaints and 3% share are lower than the 2015 model year, which recorded 56 complaints and a 9% share, the highest in the lineup shown.

2019 Subaru Forester Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 22 Fuel System complaints for the 2019 Subaru Forester, about 3% of its 833 total complaints for the year. Reported failures include fuel odor, stalling, surge/jerk while driving, and one fuel leak that led to a fire; the median mileage at failure is 3,500. No related recall is listed for this issue.

Fuel System complaints: 22; 3% of 833
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 5
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 3,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Owners describe a surge, sputter, or jerk sensation when coasting or holding speeds above 35 mph, sometimes paired with the transmission losing lock-up during braking.
Some owners report a persistent gasoline-like odor inside the cabin during the first minutes after starting the car, in one case traced by the dealer to a faulty exhaust.
Several owners describe the engine stalling unexpectedly while turning from one street onto another, with the car losing power at low speed.
One owner reported the car accelerating on its own while shifting from reverse to forward in a parking lot, resulting in a crash.
One owner reported a strong gasoline smell and visible fuel leaking onto the roadway during rush-hour traffic shortly after a dealer service visit, which was followed by a fire.

When 2019 Subaru Forester fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 22, 2019, latest Aug 20, 2025.

22 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2019 to Aug 2025; peak Dec 2023 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2019 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 NHTSA have for the 2019 Subaru Forester?: NHTSA lists 22 Fuel System complaints for the 2019 Forester, which is about 3% of the 833 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2019 Subaru Forester fuel system?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for this fuel system complaint category.
At what mileage do 2019 Forester fuel system problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure for these fuel system complaints is 3,500 miles.
Did any 2019 Forester fuel system complaints involve fires?: Yes, NHTSA records list 5 fire reports and 4 crash reports among the complaints filed in this area, including one case describing a fuel leak followed by a fire.
How does the 2019 Forester compare to other model years for fuel system complaints?: The 2019 Forester's 22 complaints and 3% share are lower than the 2015 model year, which recorded 56 complaints and a 9% share, the highest in the lineup shown.