Subaru Forester extended warranty
The Subaru Forester is an SUV offered with a gas engine or hybrid system. Here's what the factory warranty covers, what it leaves out and what to look for in a plan.
- BodySUV
- PowertrainGas engine, hybrid system
- StatusOn sale
Worth covering
Parts to check in a Forester plan
- EngineThe engine block, cylinder heads and the internally lubricated parts inside them: pistons, crankshaft, camshafts, timing chain, oil pump and valve train.
- TransmissionThe transmission case and internal parts, the torque converter, valve body and, on most plans, the transmission control module. Automatic, manual, CVT and dual-clutch units are all eligible.
- Hybrid and EV componentsThe inverter, electric drive motor, onboard charger, DC-DC converter and battery cooling pump.
How much factory warranty is left on your Forester?
Estimate only, assuming the car was first sold early in its model year. Your in-service date is on your registration or available from a dealer.
Subaru Forester factory warranty
New Subaru vehicles typically come with basic coverage for 3 years or 36,000 miles and powertrain coverage for 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. Coverage starts on the date the vehicle was first sold. Terms can differ by model year, so confirm yours in the warranty booklet or with a Subaru dealer.
Why body style matters
SUVs carry more weight than cars and many have all-wheel drive, which adds a transfer case or coupling, a rear differential and extra axle shafts. Power liftgates, third-row climate control and panoramic roofs add electrical parts that sit outside powertrain coverage.
Naturally aspirated gas engine
A conventional gas engine has no turbocharger, which removes one expensive part. The costly failures are internal: timing chain components, head gaskets, oil pumps and, on direct-injection engines, the high-pressure fuel pump. Powertrain-level plans cover these internally lubricated parts.
Hybrid system
A hybrid adds a high-voltage battery, an inverter, one or more motor-generators and an electric air-conditioning compressor. The hybrid battery usually has its own long factory warranty. Many extended plans exclude the battery but cover the inverter and motors, so read that section carefully.
About Subaru
Every Subaru except the BRZ has all-wheel drive, and most pair a boxer engine with a continuously variable transmission. That adds differentials, a center coupling and axles to the list of parts worth covering.
Choose your coverage
Plan levels for the Forester
The parts that make the car move, and the most expensive to replace.
Powertrain plus the major named systems.
Exclusionary coverage: everything except a short list of exclusions.
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Reading for Subaru Forester owners
- Brand guidesSubaru Factory Warranty ExplainedSubaru's factory warranty includes basic and powertrain coverage. Here is what each part typically covers, how long it lasts and what comes next.4 min read
- Repairs and costsTiming Chain Problems: Symptoms and CausesLearn the warning signs of a stretched or failing timing chain, what causes it, why repairs are labor-heavy, and how service contracts may treat it.4 min read
- Repairs and costsHead Gasket Failure ExplainedWhat a head gasket does, the warning signs of failure, why it happens, what repairs involve and how extended warranties often treat it.4 min read
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Is the Subaru Forester eligible for extended coverage?
Eligibility depends on the vehicle's year and mileage, and each provider sets its own limits.
Which coverage level fits a Subaru Forester?
If the gas engine and transmission are your main concern, a powertrain plan covers them. If you also want air conditioning, electrical parts and electronics covered, look at a mid-level or comprehensive plan.
How much does a Subaru Forester extended warranty cost?
Price depends on the model year, mileage, coverage level, deductible and your ZIP code. Request a quote with your details for an actual price.