2004 Subaru Forester Latches & Locks Problems
1 owner-reported latches & locks complaint from NHTSA data
1
Complaints
Apr 2007 – Apr 2007
Date Range
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (1)
mediumLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Filed: Apr 2007
HOOD LATCH RELEASED WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT 65 MPH. OCCURRED TWICE IN LESS THAN 30 MINUTES. THIS OCCURRED WHEN COMING OFF A BRIDGE AND THE ROAD BUMP CAUSED THE HOOD TO POP UP ONE INCH. THE SECONDARY LATCH CONTINUED TO OPERATE, BUT THIS COULD CAUSE A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF THE HOOD.*AK
NHTSA #: 10187503
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