2007 Subaru Forester that rides rough and shimmies on the road.?

I just bought a brand new car and it's been HELL. First they balanced the tires. THen they let air out of the tires (they were overfilled!) but it still rides very rough and shimmies a bit at high speeds. I feel every bump on the road even driving 20 miles an hour. Any... Read More

  • Did you drive this particular car when first test drove before you bought it? These types of problems were always the hardest for us to diagnose. I would suggest go back the the service department if the dealer and go for a test drive with a technician. Drive it the same way and over the same route were these problems... Read More
  • We have a 2005 Forester and at 56,000 miles it still rides perfectly. The Forester is the top rated small SUV 3-years in a row by Consumer Reports and by Car & Driver. They are excellent vehicles. By chance, was your previous car or SUV a large one? Remember that the smaller, lighter Subie will not feel the same way... Read More
  • Firstly, like someone suggested go out with a test drive to show the service manager the issue with the ride. Secondly, have them re-balance the wheels as you may have thrown a weight off one of your rims. Also, other issues you should look at. 1) Any of the rims damaged or faulty 2) Ensure they tightened the lug nuts... Read More
  • Well you should take it to the dealer to get that checked out. I think either the tires aren't balanced, or the shocks are worn out or something. There's also something with Foresters where they are NOT the best cars. my mom has one and we hate it. The best Subaru is the Outback or the wrx sti. The Forester isnt the... Read More
  • In the 21st century, I hope I don't have to say this, but be sure that they are using a dynamic tire balancer and not just a static bubble balancer. Check wheel alignment and toe, too. If you put a lot of miles onthe car with this problem, you may have already worn the tires in a weird way that will just perpetuate... Read More
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