Read real discussions on thousands of topics and get your questions answered. My 2011 subaru outback w6 speed manual transmission, recently started making a grinding noise when shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear unless i shift very slowly and carefully. The worst complaints are automatic transmission oil temperature light on. The fifth generation legacyoutback and the jdm subaru exiga received a newly revised cvt under the lineartronic name. Subaru forester transmission problems and repair descriptions at. Once praised for its design, subarus cvt is showing problems aging ranging from jerks and shudders, to hestiations and stalls. On rolling stops i usually complete my stops officer but its the best way to describe the problem when i press the accelerator, the transmission sometimes shifts hard with a slight bang that lurches the car, then goes through the sequence of gears like normal. Jan 21, 2019 manual transmission problems can develop due to high mileage, abuse, or lack of proper maintenance. View and download subaru 2011 forester owners manual online. Perhaps the future of subarus manual transmission isnt. Summary of contents for subaru 2011 forester page 1 foreword congratulations on choosing a subaru vehicle. I had same trans problems at 80,000 mile, blown head gasket, and now another trans problem yet. Subaru owners deserve transmission recall, not extended warranty.
Jul 07, 2017 facing complaints, subaru offers extended warranties on 1. Used subaru forester with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Subaru motor vehicles have used manual, conventional automatic, and continuously variable. Some owners complain that the transmission bucks and surges while accelerating, but most complaints center on the foresters interior accessories, including issues with the bluetooth not working and the power seats losing adjustability over time. Dec 26, 2012 find 2011 subaru legacy recalls information, reported by the nhtsa, and we will help you find a nearby service center where you can get your car fixed. May 11, 2011 our test car was the 2011 subaru forester x manual, the very base model with absolutely no options. Also customer support over the email, and help to fix your car right the first time 20 years experience in auto repair and body work. Subaru built their own fourspeed automatic transmission based on the old jatco design. It is a metal chain, pulleybased cvt, which is considered the most reliable, due to the simplicity of the pulley system and durability of the metal chain. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of subaru forester based on all problems reported for the forester. The contact stated that the vehicles oil consumption was excessive and that the engine oil would be depleted multiple times per week.
Subaru is recalling certain model year 20092012 forester vehicles manufactured from november 26, 2007, through march, 2012. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the oil consumption was normal. Nov 29, 2017 once praised for its design, subarus cvt is showing problems aging ranging from jerks and shudders, to hestiations and stalls. Tap the to learn more about the most common 2011 subaru forester problems. Has anyone experienced major problems with the 2010 forester manual transmission that have required a transmission rebuild or replacement. When the time arrives to maintain or repair your 2011 subaru forester, choose the same quality that came standard from day one. The issues have forced subaru to extend their cvt warranty. Subaru forester owners have reported 16 problems related to manual transmission under the power train category. Manual transmission models the key can be turned from acc to lock only when the key is pushed in while turning it. Manual transmission problems my 2010 forester manual transmission just went out at 75,000 miles, along with the flywheel. I have a 2011 camaro rs v6 manual transmission i purchased the vehicle almost a year ago and at.
I have been taking care of my 2010 forester for the past 4 12 years and have 105,000 miles on it. Like all subarus, it features fulltime allwheel drive, and for 2011 the forester earned 21 mpg city and 27 mpg highway fuel economy ratings from the epa. Engine 61% transmission and drivetrain 4% brakes and traction control 3% suspension and steering 1% electrical and air conditioning 20% paint, rust, leaks, rattles, and trim 6% other 5%. Sounds like its not uncommon for foreseters to have some transmission issues, and mine certainly has the mileage to justify some problems 190k mi. Standard in all 2011 forester x trims is a normally aspirated 2. Subaru forester owners have reported 9 problems related to transmission failure under the power train category. The repairedrebuilt subaru auto transmission offered by subaru gearbox australia is an excellent alternative to buying second hand. If you want to have fun you can ask them what it would cost to drop in a manual transmission in place of the auto. Our test car was the 2011 subaru forester x manual, the very base model with absolutely no options. Since the getgo it has had issues, but we thought that some of them might work themselves out as we broke the car in which we were religious about. To see how frequently subaru forester problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Get reliability information for the 2011 subaru forester from consumer.
See the 2011 subaru forester models for sale near you. After the visual inspection, we found out that the. Subaru has begun offering an extended warranty for the automatic transmission on about 1. The 2011 subaru forester comes in five trim levels. For the 2011 subaru forester, the biggest news is addition of the slightly updated 2. Most recent 2011 subaru forester recall on march 12, 2012, subaru recalled 275,000 subaru forester. I cannot believe this only lasted one half that time. The worst complaints are engine, brakes, and electrical problems.
Subarus lineartronic continuously variable transmission cvt was first made available in the 5th generation legacy and outback. The fourspeed automatic transmission was dated by the standards of the day. Get reliability information for the 2011 subaru forester from consumer reports, which combines extensive survey data and expert technical knowledge. Subaru forester standard transmission 2011, manual ashiko shift knob by raceseng. This transmission was subarus first fulltime 4wd transmission, only used in the alcyonext6, and 3 door rx. I have always driven a stick shift, and my other crv lasted over 150,000 miles. Look in owners manual how and if you dont have one go to my. Used subaru forester with manual transmission for sale. Under an extended warranty only vehicles exhibiting a problem are repaired. My 2011 subaru outback is experiencing shuddering and stalls when. Introducing the best subaru gearbox ever made, now available in a complete conversion kit for 5speed models. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Manual transmission faq do not post problem reports here. We have 490 2011 subaru forester vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 339 1owner cars, and 657 personal use cars.
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The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle. And although a manual transmission is offered on some trims, a sportshift four. My 2004 subaru forester xt makes a loud ticking sound when at 2,000 rpm and less. Its weighty stainless steel construction and broader cylindrical surfaces make sidearm. View and download subaru forester 2011 quick reference manual online. I have a concern about the auto transmission in my 2011 outback 3. Subaru manual transmission problems clutch replacement. Manual transmission faq subaru forester owners forum. Manual transmission problems can develop due to high mileage, abuse, or lack of proper maintenance. The 2011 subaru forester has 26 problems reported for excessive oil consumption. My 2011 subaru outback w6 speed manual transmission. The front oxygen air fuel ratio sensor element may develop a crack, causing the check engine light to illuminate. The worst complaints are transmission failure, shuddering, and transmission jerks. One type of automatic transmission is the continuously variable transmissions cvt which doesnt have a fixed number of gears.
Thanks to its upright shape, the forester offers a spacious interior and excellent allaround visibility. The classic manual transmission is the most engaging way to drive, and enthusiasts still prefer the stick shift for its direct control and precision. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. When you regularly maintain your 2011 subaru, youre helping to maintain peak performance and helping avoid more serious repairs and damage in the future. The six speed sti box is the best manual transmission subaru has produced so far and is the centrepiece of the subaru performance range. Most manual transmission issues originate not with the transmission itself, but from related components like the clutch assembly, linkage, or driveline. Our list of 5 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2011 subaru forester. Subaru forester transmission problems it still runs. The subaru parts online retailer network offers authentic 2011 subaru forester parts perfectly compatible with your subaru.
The newer models have not had recalls for this same transmission problem, but subaru owners have complained about some other transmission problems with. Learn more about subaru forester at the car forums. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Transmissions must either be controlled manually by the driver manual transmission or automatically by the vehicle automatic transmission. If you want a v6 engine, room for seven or rearseat entertainment, the 2011 subaru forester may not be for you. Mar 08, 2016 2011 15 subaru oil consumption update.
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