2019 Subaru Forester: Price, Value & Reliability
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As of Oct 25, 2026, a used 2019 Subaru Forester lists for a median $18,990 at 83,417 mi, across 1,335 dealer listings. New, the 2019 Forester was priced from $24,295 (Forester) to $34,295 (Touring) before destination. That's 52% below today's median new Forester price. Reliability: avoid in our NHTSA complaint analysis. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns covering the 2019.
2019 Forester MSRP by trim
| Trim | MSRP |
|---|---|
| Forester | $24,295 |
| Premium | $26,695 |
| Sport | $28,795 |
| Limited | $30,795 |
| Touring | $34,295 |
Base MSRP before the destination charge.
2019 Forester reliability and recalls
Verdict: Avoid — compared with the Forester's other model years on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints. 2019 Forester problems by component →
| Component | Campaign | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 21V263000 | Apr 15, 2021 |
| Engine & cooling | 19V856000 | Dec 2, 2019 |
| Steering | 19V065000 | Feb 6, 2019 |
Check whether a specific car's recalls were completed by running its VIN.
2019 Forester value vs new
At 7 years old, the 2019 lists 52% below today's median new Forester price of $39,595 (2026).
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2019 Subaru Forester FAQ
How much is a used 2019 Forester worth?
The median asking price is $18,990, at a median 83,417 mi (1,335 listings).
What was the 2019 Forester MSRP?
Forester $24,295, Premium $26,695, Sport $28,795, Limited $30,795, Touring $34,295 (before destination).
Is the 2019 Forester reliable?
No — the 2019 is on our years-to-avoid list for the Forester, based on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints against the model's other years.
Does the 2019 Forester have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns that cover the 2019 Forester, most recently suspension (Apr 15, 2021). Check a specific car by VIN to see whether they were completed.