Example carCar diagnostics for a 2014 Subaru Forester
Car diagnostics for the 2014 Subaru Forester: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 8.7 to 9.7 L/100 km
- Body
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2014 Subaru Forester for car diagnostics
- Body: small sport utility vehicle (EPA size class).
2014 Subaru Forester: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.0 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 24 | 23 | 22 |
| MPG highway (US) | 31 | 27 | 28 |
| MPG combined (US) | 27 | 25 | 24 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 32 | 30 | 29 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,500 | US$3,300 | US$2,800 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,698 | $3,326 | $3,008 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2014 Subaru Forester
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 403 complaints with NHTSA, most often about suspension (95), engine (69) and air bags (68). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V149000 | 2019-02-28 | exterior lighting:brake lights:switch | Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights... |
| 13V159000 | 2013-04-24 | equipment | Subaru is recalling certain model year 2014 Forester vehicles manufactured from January 2013 through March 2013. The backing for the carpeted floor mats was not manufactured to specification. As a result, the floor mats may curl when exposed to heat. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Car diagnostics for the 2014 Subaru Forester
For a diagnostic check on the 2014 Subaru Forester, a trusted shop does the work and CarmaCars arranges it, with a rental if you need one. A steady check engine light needs a check soon; a flashing one means pull over safely and get help.
Before the shop sees your Forester
If you have the service history of your Forester, have it ready for the shop. The shop sets its own price and time after it sees the car. Mention the trim and engine in your request; parts differ between them. Under the hood: the 2.5L 4-cylinder and all-wheel drive.
What we arrange
We can deliver a rental to you while your car is at the shop. We follow up until the shop has the car booked in. You agree the price with the shop before any work starts.
A rental while you wait
Rent by the day or the week, and stop when your car is back. Keep moving with a rental while the shop has your car, by the day at our usual rates. Delivery and pickup are both options across the Toronto area.
Between shop visits
Wash the underside of the car in winter to clear road salt. Keep the fuel tank above a quarter in winter. Do not ignore a warning light; an early check often costs less than a late repair.
Questions to ask the shop
Ask for a written estimate before any work starts. Ask whether the estimate includes tax and shop supplies. Ask whether the quote includes both parts and labour.
Ready when you are
Describe the problem, and we arrange a trusted shop.
Request car diagnostics
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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