2015 Subaru Forester: Price, Value & Reliability
Updated
As of Nov 7, 2026, a used 2015 Subaru Forester lists for a median $10,958 (middle half $8,595–$13,495) at 119,013 mi, across 1,706 dealer listings. Reliability: avoid in our NHTSA complaint analysis. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns covering the 2015.
Used 2015 Forester for sale
| Trim | Listings |
|---|---|
| i Premium | 783 |
| i Limited | 371 |
| i | 243 |
| i Touring | 157 |
| XT Touring | 109 |
| XT Premium | 43 |
| State | Listings |
|---|---|
| California | 101 |
| Pennsylvania | 100 |
| Washington | 98 |
| Colorado | 92 |
| New York | 87 |
| Virginia | 80 |
| North Carolina | 72 |
| Texas | 61 |
| Connecticut | 60 |
| Florida | 57 |
2015 Forester reliability and recalls
Verdict: Avoid — compared with the Forester's other model years on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints. 2015 Forester problems by component →
| Component | Campaign | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 19V701000 | Oct 3, 2019 |
| Exterior lighting | 19V149000 | Feb 28, 2019 |
| Engine & cooling | 16V162000 | Mar 21, 2016 |
Check whether a specific car's recalls were completed by running its VIN.
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2015 Subaru Forester FAQ
How much is a used 2015 Forester worth?
The median asking price is $10,958, with the middle half between $8,595 and $13,495, at a median 119,013 mi (1,706 listings).
Is the 2015 Forester reliable?
No — the 2015 is on our years-to-avoid list for the Forester, based on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints against the model's other years.
Does the 2015 Forester have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns that cover the 2015 Forester, most recently air bags (Oct 3, 2019). Check a specific car by VIN to see whether they were completed.