2004 Subaru Forester 2 5X
JF1SG636X4H717543
No longer listed since around Feb 7, 2026
The date is when the listing came down — the final sale price isn't public. Prices further down describe the market for this build, not this car.
Market price range
Based on 7 comparable same-build listings — a small sample, treat the band as a rough guide · Market data as of October 13, 2026Love this car? See what else is out there.
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for JF1SG636X4H717543Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 19 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2004 Subaru Forester likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2004 Subaru Forester has 2 recall campaigns as of September 2026. NHTSA rated it 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. EPA combined fuel economy: 19 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2004 Subaru Forester 4-DR.w/SAB
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SUSPENSIONSUBARU IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2002-2007 IMPREZA, MODEL YEAR 2003-2008 FORESTER, AND MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 SAAB 9-2X VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 5, 2000 THROUGH…NHTSA campaign 11V464000
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE COVER BOLTS FOR THE ENGINE OIL CONTROL VALVE MAY NOT BE SUFFICIENTLY TIGHTENED, ALLOWING OIL TO LEAK FROM AROUND THE COVER…NHTSA campaign 04V473000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2004 Subaru Forester from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed September 28, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2004 Subaru Forester over the last 6 months — the market firmed $279 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| May 2026 | $5,585 |
| June 2026 | $5,300 |
| July 2026 | $4,366 |
| August 2026 | $4,845 |
| September 2026 | $4,900 |
| October 2026 | $5,864 |
Market by model year
Gen 2 · 2004–2010What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 369 | $6,800 | 100% | 140,120 mi |
| 2009 | 179 | $6,250 | 92% | 141,152 mi |
| 2008 | 53 | $5,000 | 74% | 147,346 mi |
| 2007 | 54 | $4,995 | 73% | 140,017 mi |
| 2006 | 52 | $4,998 | 74% | 151,252 mi |
| 2005 | 32 | $5,995 | 88% | 153,958 mi |
| 2004 | 21 | $5,938 | 87% | 127,733 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
