2012 Subaru Forester Brakes Problems

“On june 9, 2015 I brought my 2012 Subaru Forester (mileage 41184) into the Subaru dealer for a brake pipe inspection recall and to replace a broken plastic molding in the front of the car. Inspection by the mechanic at this time stated that all the brakes were in good shape according to their rating system. One month later, on july 8, 2015, I brought my 2012 Subaru Forester (mileage 42513) back to the Subaru dealer because of vibration and noise emanating from the front of the car. …”

“I received an important safety recall notice (1st notice) for my 2012 Subaru Forester regarding potential brake line corrosion. It could lead to loss of brake fluid impairing the driver's ability to stop the car by increasing braking distance. In the 1st notice Subaru agreed to inspect and repair the break lines free of charge. Subaru stated that it was in the process of acquiring anti-corrosion materials and replacement parts to perform the necessary repair. They would re-contact the owner by mail when the material were available. …”

“Me and my 12 year old daughter were driving 20mph down a small hill,a lady pulled out in front of us,I hit the brakes,which locked up and we slid so I let off them immediately,the roads were icy and snowy,so we gained a lot of velocity,we missed hitting her but went sideways,a little airborn and hit a telephone pole.I violently struck my head off the drivers side window,and my shoulder and arm were pinched between my body and the door.the tires popped,the front bumper clips broke.we both suffered seat belt bruises,and my daughter slammed her knee.I hurt my shoulder pretty bad and my head…”

“I want to also submit a statement about the problems I have had with my brakes,I also noticed others have had the same problems,as soon as I got the car I noticed the brakes were very soft.I took the car in,I was told they were fine.a couple weeks later I was in line at starbucks and the brakes went right to the floor,I pulled the emergency up narrowly missing the person in front of me.I called the dealer again,before I got the car back in again at dunkin donuts it did the same thing.it had also started making a horrible smell and had no power.and a few other minor things.I took it in they…”

“Our Forester has an inconsistent brake pedal. Sometimes the pedal is firm and responsive. Sometimes the pedal goes towards the floor before it responds. We never know how far in the pedal will go. Thus far the brakes have always worked but extra time and distance are needed to stop. The problem is intermittent and has been there ever since we purchased the vehicle. The following from Subaru's recall of other 2012 models explains almost exactly how this manifests for us. Pressing the pedal lightly and subsequently having to hit the pedal harder without letting up seems to be a trigger. …”