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Do Not Drive — Critical Safety Warning

The NHTSA has issued a "Park It" advisory for this specific vehicle configuration. There is a catastrophic safety defect that poses an immediate risk of death or severe injury. Scroll down to the Recall Intelligence section for specific remedy instructions.

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2025Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDRegular

2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid AWD

EPA ID: 48932

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City MPG

Combined MPG

35MPG· Excellent

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid AWD achieves an EPA-estimated 35 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 35 MPG in the city and 34 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine paired with a automatic (av-s6), this small sport utility vehicle 4wd features All-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2025 Forester Hybrid AWD produces approximately 255 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Forester Hybrid AWD performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $1,700, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $2,250 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

Fuel TypeRegular

Engine2.5L 4-cyl

AspirationNaturally Aspirated

TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S6)

Drive TypeAll-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions255 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemEquipped

GHG Score7/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$1,700

5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $2,250

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

34.5

Impact vs EPA

+$20

/ year

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The Brick Effect: Highway Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Because the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD has a large frontal area, expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by up to 25% at high speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$487/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$13,860

47.4%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$7,500

25.7%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$7,459

25.5%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

1.4%

Total 5-Year Cost$29,219

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #26V106000·2026-03-25

⛔ PARK IT

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek hybrid, and 2025 Forester hybrid vehicles. When the fuel tank is near full capacity, an increase in ambient temperature may cause the fuel to expand and spill out of the filler neck due to an insufficient seal on the fuel cap.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and to limit the fuel level to 50% until the remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the fuel filler cap gasket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-26. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 16, 2026.

Campaign #25V419000·2025-07-17

critical

Component: CHILD SEAT

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2025 Forester vehicles. The child seat anchor bolts may have been improperly tightened, allowing the bolts to come loose.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A loose child seat anchor bolt increases the risk of injury to a child during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the child seat anchor bolts and, if necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-25.

Campaign #25V033000·2025-02-28

critical

Component: WHEELS

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2025 Forester vehicles equipped with 18" aluminum alloy wheels. The wheels may have been manufactured with an incorrectly specified lug seat surface, which can result in the wheel being improperly attached and cause a loss of vehicle stability.

Consequence & Remedy

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

51.0 metric tons CO₂

Equivalent To:

🌳 63 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs

✈️ 4.3 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.