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This report analyzes the VIN JF2SKARC5NH406985, which corresponds to a 2022 SUBARU Forester. It is equipped with 4-cylinder NA U5 running on Gasoline fuel. This vehicle uses a AWD/All-Wheel Drive drivetrain configuration. Manufacturing records indicate it was produced in JAPAN. All data in this report is sourced from official VIN decoding databases and public vehicle records.
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Vehicle
2022 SUBARU Forester
Decoded from VIN
Engine
4 Cyl
Gasoline
Drive Type
AWD/All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Manufacturer
SUBARU CORPORATION
OEM
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VIN: JF2SKARC5NH406985Generated: April 30, 2026
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This 2022 SUBARU Forester VIN report provides detailed vehicle specifications, recalls, and history insights. This vehicle uses a Gasoline engine with AWD/All-Wheel Drive. Below you can review specifications, recalls, and detailed vehicle information.
GVWR: Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
Fuel / Energy Economy
Fuel Type: Regular
Combined MPG: 29
City MPG: 26
Highway MPG: 33
GHG Rating: 6/10
Smog Rating: Not available
Annual Fuel Cost: $2050
Fuel Cost per Mile: $0.137
Estimated 5-Year Fuel Cost: $10250
Estimated Market Value
$23,400 – $31,600
Estimated using vehicle age, body type, trim level, and general U.S. market trends.
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Vehicle pricing can vary significantly based on mileage, condition, trim level, options, accident history, location, and market demand.
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Vehicle Specifications
ABS: Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control: Standard
Adaptive Driving Beam: Standard
Air Bag Loc Curtain: 1st and 2nd Rows
Air Bag Loc Front: 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Air Bag Loc Knee: Driver Seat Only
Air Bag Loc Side: 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Auto Reverse System: Standard
Blind Spot Mon: Standard
Body Class: Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)
Bus Floor Config Type: Not Applicable
Bus Type: Not Applicable
Custom Motorcycle Type: Not Applicable
Daytime Running Light: Standard
Displacement CC: 2500.0
Displacement CI: 152.55936023683
Displacement L: 2.5
Drive Type: AWD/All-Wheel Drive
ESC: Standard
Engine Cylinders: 4
Engine HP: 182
Engine Model: NA U5
Forward Collision Warning: Standard
Fuel Type Primary: Gasoline
GVWR: Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
Other Restraint System Info: Front seat-mounted side air bag on seat backs / 1st and 2nd row roof-mounted side curtain air bags
Plant Company Name: Yajima Plant
Plant Country: JAPAN
Rear Visibility System: Standard
Crash Test Ratings
Overall Rating: 5 Stars
Front Crash: 5
Side Crash: 5
Rollover Risk: 4
Safety Recalls
Total Recalls: 1
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Vehicle Risk Assessment
Low Risk
✓ This vehicle has few or no reported recalls based on available data.
Recalls: 1
How this is calculated: Low: Fewer than 2 recalls and under 50 complaints Moderate: 2–4 recalls or 50–199 complaints High: 5+ recalls or 200+ complaints
Safety Complaints
2022 complaints: 91
Most Reported Issue
VISIBILITY/WIPER - 16 complaints
Top Complaint Areas
VISIBILITY/WIPER (16)
UNKNOWN OR OTHER (13)
EXTERIOR LIGHTING (8)
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (6)
SERVICE BRAKES (3)
Technical Service Bulletins
No manufacturer bulletins found for this vehicle.
Important Vehicle Report Notice
✔ Data Source: NHTSA (Government)
✔ Fuel Data: EPA
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