NHTSA Complaint #11424681 — 2017 SUBARU FORESTER

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11424681
Vehicle	2017 SUBARU FORESTER
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Date of Incident	February 1, 2021
Date Filed	July 13, 2021
Mileage	22,375 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Forester. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle would not start due to battery drainage. The contact stated that the battery had to be connected to a battery charger after each use. The contact stated that the check engine warning lights was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 22,375.

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