How many transmission and powertrain complaints does the 2019 Subaru Forester have?

NHTSA has logged 38 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2019 Forester, making up 5% of the 833 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2019 Subaru Forester?

No. The JSON data shows no related recalls listed for the 2019 Forester's Transmission & Powertrain issues.

At what mileage do transmission problems usually show up on the 2019 Forester?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 14,000 miles.

Have transmission issues caused crashes in the 2019 Forester?

Yes, NHTSA records 5 crashes and 1 injury tied to Transmission & Powertrain complaints for this model year.

How does the 2019 Forester compare to other years for transmission complaints?

The 2019 Forester's 38 complaints and 5% share are lower than peak years like 2015, which had 95 complaints and a 15% share.

2019 Subaru Forester Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 38 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2019 Subaru Forester, 5% of its 833 total complaints. These involve 5 crashes and 1 injury, with a median failure mileage of 14,000 miles. No related recall is on file.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 38; 5% of 833
Crashes reported: 5
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 14,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicle rolls or moves unexpectedly after being placed in park, sometimes on an incline, leading to collisions with fences or walls.
Sudden unintended acceleration reported while parking or stopped, in one case resulting in a crash and injuries.
Hesitation or power loss at low speed followed by a forceful surge or lunge forward, often noted when turning or braking near 10 mph.
Jerking or sputtering felt while coasting or holding speeds above 35 mph, with drivers describing a lurch or stall-like sensation.
Abnormal noise from the transmission when shifting gears, alongside reports of a kickback feel when accelerating.

When 2019 Subaru Forester transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 22, 2019, latest Feb 18, 2026.

38 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2019 to Feb 2026; peak Sep 2022 (3).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2019 Subaru Forester

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Forester model year

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

20107 (3%)
20118 (5%)
20125 (5%)
20136 (8%)
201441 (10%)
201595 (15%)
201651 (12%)
201744 (7%)
201823 (5%)
201938 (5%)
202032 (5%)
202114 (7%)
20224 (4%)
20234 (5%)
20240 (0%)
20254 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission and powertrain complaints does the 2019 Subaru Forester have?: NHTSA has logged 38 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2019 Forester, making up 5% of the 833 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2019 Subaru Forester?: No. The JSON data shows no related recalls listed for the 2019 Forester's Transmission & Powertrain issues.
At what mileage do transmission problems usually show up on the 2019 Forester?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 14,000 miles.
Have transmission issues caused crashes in the 2019 Forester?: Yes, NHTSA records 5 crashes and 1 injury tied to Transmission & Powertrain complaints for this model year.
How does the 2019 Forester compare to other years for transmission complaints?: The 2019 Forester's 38 complaints and 5% share are lower than peak years like 2015, which had 95 complaints and a 15% share.