2016 Subaru Forester
Pre-purchase report — compiled before you bid · Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV] · Built in: OTA JAPAN
At a glance
Title & import
Import with conditions → UA: Salvage — importable; passes expert inspection at registration.
Specifications
Engine
Drivetrain
Body & dimensions
Safety & driver assistance
Odometer
Auction & sale history
| Date | Sold | Damage | Odometer | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2023 | $5,700 | REAR END/ MINOR DENT/SCRATCHES SALVAGE CERTIFICATE |
134,010 mi | Nashville (TN) Insurance Company |
Market value · 1 records
Similar cars sold · 6 · median $2,050
| Date | Sold | Damage | Odometer | VIN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20/03/2024 2016 Subaru Forester |
$4,650 | REAR END CERT OF TITLE SLVG REBUILDABLE |
102723.0 ACTUAL | JF2SJAKC…5167 |
| 28/05/2025 2017 Subaru Forester |
$3,700 | ALL OVER CERT OF TITLE-SALVAGE |
119096.0 ACTUAL | JF2SJAWC…7915 |
| 15/07/2025 2017 Subaru Forester |
$1,450 | FRONT END MV-907A SALVAGE CERTIFICATE |
156357.0 ACTUAL | JF2SJGEC…1757 |
| 27/06/2025 2016 Subaru Forester |
$700 | SIDE/ MINOR DENT/SCRATCHES PARTS VEHICLE BILL OF SALE |
164695.0 ACTUAL | JF2SJADC…8299 |
| 24/06/2025 2017 Subaru Forester |
$200 | BURN NONREPAIRABLE TITLE |
0.0 NOT ACTUAL | JF2SJAGC…9795 |
| 25/08/2026 2016 Subaru Forester |
$2,650 | Normal Wear & Tear Clear-Dealer Only |
151541.0 Actual | JF2SJABC…0400 |
Open recalls · 3
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch · 19V149000
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.
Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification · 19V701000
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Turbo/Supercharger · 16V162000
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 WRX vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 21, 2015, and Forester 2.0XT vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 20, 2015. The turbocharger air intake duct may crack and possibly result in an engine stall.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the turbocharger air intake duct, and replace it as necessary, free of charge, depending on the lot number found on the duct. The recall began April 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTA-62.
Before you bid — verify & request
- Cold-start engine video — ask for a walkaround with the engine starting cold; listen for knocks, watch for smoke.
- Undercarriage & frame rails — request clear photos of the frame, floor pans and rails (hidden rust or weld repairs).
- Title in hand — confirm the seller holds the actual title and its brand/state matches the listing.
- Import eligibility — confirm your country allows re-registration of this title before you bid (see the verdict above).
Extended history
- Reported accidents & damage events
- Ownership history & count
- Title & branding events (by state/date)
- Service & maintenance records
- Registration & use (personal/fleet/rental/taxi)
- Open recalls & theft/lien records
- Reported odometer readings over time