Does Subaru still have oil consumption problem?
While it’s not normal, some older Subaru engines have had excessive oil consumption issues. Owners report the 2013-2014 Subaru Forester model years have oil consumption issues. Some 2012-2013 Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza owners say its engine burns oil between changes.
When to get an oil change on a 2014 Forester?
While the oil change interval for the 2014 model year 2.5L was 7,500 miles that has been reduced to 6,000 miles for the identical 2015 model year 2.5L Foresters mainly because of the excessive oil usage these engines have been experiencing.
How often does a Subaru Forester burn oil?
We have a 2013 Subaru Forester and had the oil consumption test done and they said nothing wrong. Now it has 134,000 miles and it need catalytic converter and a new engine. The engine light cane on and cost 7400.00 to fix it. My 2014 Forester at 195K now burns a quart every 1200 miles.
Is there a recall on the 2014 Subaru Forester?
Please do not buy a 2014 Subaru Forester. My car was subject to the recall due to the oil consumption problem, but after having the “test’ to see if my car was, in fact, one of the affected, I was told “no.” As the years went by, I had to have the oil checked before any extended car trip.
Is the 2014 Subaru Forester a good car?
The 2014 Forester is a disaster where oil is concerned. If you don’t want to have to put oil in every 1500 – 2000 miles, I urge you to steer clear of this car. Buying a newer used car should have no problems, but not with this one. I have noticed that when I change my oil it’s a lot less than I pour into the engine.
Why is my car losing oil so fast?
Burning oil is often the result of worn out parts. For example, worn valve seals and/or piston rings could lead to your car burning oil. Both valve seals and piston rings work to keep engine oil out of the combustion chamber.
What are the 3 causes of oil consumption?
5 Causes of Excessive Oil Consumption (and How to Fix)
- Worn Seals or Gaskets.
- Bad Quality Oil.
- Worn Piston Rings.
- High Oil Pressure.
- Old Engine.
- Synthetic Oil.
Why does my Subaru Impreza engine leak oil?
However, they did find a valve was leaking oil, which was covered under warranty. Engine completely seized while driving on the highway without any warning from the car’s computer engine seizure was due to all of the oil leaking out of the engine from the oil filter area.
What to do about excessive oil consumption in Subaru?
Subaru has issued a number [1] of technical service bulletins ( TSB) about oil consumption in the past. The latest, titled Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings ( TSB 02-157-14R), indicated the following owners may be eligible to have their engine short block replaced under warranty:
What’s the problem with my Subaru Impreza Outback?
This is a problem about a 2009 Subaru Impreza outback sport wagon, which only had 105,000 miles on it and found out the oil leaked is due to head gasket is already leaked. The Subaru dealer, planet Subaru, had a repair quote for $2,000. 00.
What’s the warranty on a 2013 Subaru Impreza?
The latest, titled Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings ( TSB 02-157-14R), indicated the following owners may be eligible to have their engine short block replaced under warranty: 2012-2013 Subaru Impreza and 2013MY XV Crosstrek Models with 2.0L FB Engine