Subaru has issued a recall for 69,663 Forester and Forester Hybrid SUVs. The automaker's filings with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) show that the moonroof's adhesive bonding may fail over time and could lead to the glass panel detaching while the vehicle is in use. Subaru and the NHTSA estimate that around 2,020 vehicles of the recalled population will suffer from the problem.SubaruAn overwhelming majority of the affected vehicles are Subaru's Forester SUVs, while just 4,007 Forester Hybrid SUVs are listed under the recall, leaving 65,656 of the former subject to the recall. Subaru says that the recalled SUVs could have been made with power moonroof assemblies where the glass panel has been incorrectly glued to its sliding frame. Over time, the glue between the glass and the frame can deteriorate. If that happens, the panel could come detached entirely. The issue lies with the primer, laid down before the glue itself, deteriorating.In some cases, automakers will list items consumers can keep an eye out for, as indicators their vehicle is suffering from a problem covered in a recall. However, Subaru does not list any indications that the adhesive may be decaying.AdvertisementAdvertisementSubaru discovered the issue in February, when it received a report that a moonroof panel had indeed detached from the sliding assembly. By May 21, Subaru had decided to issue the recall after its supplier, Webasto, discovered that the primer was behind the degrading adhesive problem.Subaru says the fix is an easy one: owners will take their vehicles to a dealer, where the moonroof tray assembly and glass will be inspected. If the glass is detaching, it will be replaced. While Subaru will notify Forester and Forester Hybrid owners byt mail on July 24, owners can also check their VIN on the NHTSA's website to confirm whether their SUV is covered by the recall.This story was originally published by Men's Journal on Jun 6, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Men's Journal as a Preferred Source by clicking here.