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Subaru Forester battery
for 2020–2024 model years · what changes the fit
01 About the part
Starts the engine and powers electronics with the engine off. Check group size, terminal layout, and type. All about battery →
02 What changes the fit
- The fifth-generation (SK) Forester was presented in March 2018 and moved to the Subaru Global Platform. source
- The sixth-generation Forester was revealed in November 2023. source
- 1 of 1 engines are listed with stop-start on at least one version: 2.5L 4-cyl gasoline. EPA fuel economy records Stop-start vehicles may need a different battery type than versions without it; read the label on the battery you have.
- Group size, cold-cranking amps, and battery type aren't in the EPA records. Check the label on the battery, your owner's manual, or enter your VIN.
- EPA rates 1 Forester versions separately for these years: Forester Wilderness.
Engines, 2020–2024
| Engine | Stop-start | Type | Years | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl | yes | gasoline | 2020–2024 | EPA |
NHTSA recalls · battery and charging
NHTSA lists no battery and charging recalls for the 2020–2024 Subaru Forester as of 2026-11-08. NHTSA recalls
03 Cross-reference
Coming soon
Interchange numbers for Subaru Forester battery show here once we have a source we can cite. Until then, enter your VIN in the factory parts catalog to get the original-equipment number, and compare that number across stores.
04 Questions
Which Subaru Forester engines does this cover?
2020–2024: 2.5L 4-cyl, as listed in EPA records.
Any Subaru Forester recalls for battery and charging?
None for 2020–2024 in NHTSA's records, checked 2026-11-08.
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