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Normph
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Jun 15, 2016

2016 Subaru Forester dingy

I have a 2016 Subaru Forester with manual transmission, purchased to tow behind my motor home with all wheels on the ground. I have recently read an article in the FMCA magazine which indicated that the factory has stipulated that the car is no longer recommended for towing. Does anyone have valid info on this subject?
Thanx for your help.
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  • DownTheAvenue's avatar
    DownTheAvenue
    Explorer
    Jun 15, 2016
    WOW! From the OP's post, it appears he bought the vehicle specifically to tow without doing the proper research. The Subaru is not recommended as 4 wheel towable. I hope this works out for the OP.
  • Tiger4x4RV's avatar
    Tiger4x4RV
    Nomad
    Jun 15, 2016
    from the Subaru.com factory site, customer support pages:
    "Please follow the recommendations outlined in the Owner's Manual if there is a need to tow a Subaru vehicle. The best way to transport your vehicle is a flatbed tow truck with ALL wheels off the ground. Always follow the precautions and recommendations outlined in the Owner's Manual if flat towing with all wheels on the ground is unavoidable in an emergency situation."

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