1998 Subaru Forester Fuel System Other Electrical System Problems
1 owner-reported fuel system other electrical system complaint from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (1)
Your car hesitates and doesn't accelerate smoothly when driving at low engine speeds (below 3000 RPM), but runs normally once you reach higher speeds. According to Subaru's technical bulletin, the engine control module is misinterpreting normal engine vibrations as misfires and incorrectly adjusting fuel delivery. This hesitation can be unsafe because your car may suddenly refuse to accelerate or accelerate unexpectedly without warning. The fix requires replacing the engine control module with an upgraded version.
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