Used Subaru Forester parts from a salvage yard

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All Subaru Forester parts

Browse all 55 used part categories for the Subaru Forester, priced from 88,249 real salvage yard and junkyard listings.
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Last updatedOct 31, 2026

Market overview

How much do Forester parts cost from a salvage yard?

The Subaru Forester has 88,249 priced salvage yard listings across 55 part categories (100% coverage). The most commonly listed parts are transmission control modules (8,763 listings, median $110), side mirrors (6,407 listings, median $185), and air bags (5,871 listings, median $380). High listing volume means these parts are frequently replaced and competitively priced.

The most expensive Forester part to replace from a salvage yard is the engine at a median of $1,643 (range $430–$5,699). The most affordable is the brake caliper at $75. Salvage parts typically save 50–75% compared to new OEM pricing.

Across all priced categories, the average Forester salvage part costs roughly $276 at the median. Parts with higher listing counts tend to have tighter price spreads because sellers compete more aggressively, giving buyers better leverage when negotiating.

When buying used Forester parts, always match the exact part number and confirm the model year. Parts that look identical between years can differ in mounting points, connectors, or electronic modules. Check condition grades — Grade A (excellent) parts are lightly used with no cosmetic damage, Grade B (good) shows normal wear, and Grade C (fair) may have visible wear or minor damage that does not affect function. Always verify the seller's return policy and ask whether the part was tested before removal.

Condition pricing

How does condition grade affect Forester part prices?

Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$20–$5,69944,836 listings
Grade BStandard used$20–$2,9758,420 listings
Grade CVisible wear$25–$2,325257 listings
Grade XUngraded$20–$4,99534,730 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $20–$5,699 overall range

Part directory

Forester price guides

53 currently priced

01wide ±142%

AC Compressor

$135median
$40$423
02wide ±139%

ABS Module

$166median
$38$500
03wide ±138%

Air Bag

$380median
$64$1,116
04wide ±156%

Alternator

$114median
$30$385
05wide ±120%

Axle Shaft

$126median
$40$343
06wide ±95%

Blower Motor

$76median
$45$190
07wide ±193%

Brake Caliper

$75median
$20$310
08wide ±108%

Rear Bumper Assembly

$425median
$150$1,069
09wide ±102%

Front Bumper

$209median
$73$500
10wide ±132%

Rear Bumper

$220median
$64$645
11wide ±179%

Car Radio

$215median
$56$824
12wide ±190%

Center Console

$105median
$45$445
13wide ±138%

AC Condenser

$190median
$40$563
14wide ±118%

Control Arm

$120median
$34$316
15

Differential

Price data updating

16wide ±89%

Door Assembly

$885median
$174$1,755
17wide ±202%

Drive Shaft

$125median
$60$565
18wide ±160%

Engine

$1,643median
$430$5,699
19wide ±151%

Engine Computer

$141median
$35$462
20wide ±267%

Exhaust Manifold

$300median
$100$1,699
21wide ±113%

Fender

$283median
$80$718
22wide ±123%

Fog Light

$178median
$35$474
23wide ±161%

Front Seat

$160median
$56$570
24wide ±149%

Fuel Pump

$113median
$30$367
25wide ±96%

Fuel Tank

$192median
$65$434
26wide ±150%

Grille

$190median
$49$618
27wide ±120%

Headlight Assembly

$625median
$105$1,600
28wide ±170%

Heater Core

$116median
$65$460
29wide ±76%

Hood

$625median
$150$1,094
30wide ±72%

Ignition Switch

$99median
$38$180
31

Instrument Cluster

Price data updating

32wide ±169%

Intake Manifold

$126median
$25$450
33wide ±175%

Master Cylinder

$76median
$22$288
34wide ±158%

Side Mirror

$185median
$43$626
35spread ±23%

Power Steering Pump

$80median
$45$81
36wide ±74%

Quarter Panel

$526median
$250$1,027
37wide ±214%

Radiator

$187median
$50$850
38wide ±224%

Rear View Mirror

$103median
$20$481
39wide ±153%

Starter

$97median
$25$321
40wide ±126%

Steering Column

$126median
$50$368
41wide ±123%

Steering Rack

$374median
$65$985
42wide ±65%

Steering Wheel

$174median
$75$302
43wide ±149%

Strut

$115median
$30$372
44wide ±98%

Sunroof

$300median
$100$688
45wide ±113%

Tail Light

$217median
$40$530
46wide ±116%

Tailgate

$995median
$175$2,479
47wide ±151%

Throttle Body

$86median
$29$288
48wide ±63%

Torque Converter

$99median
$75$200
49spread ±48%

Transfer Case

$700median
$125$800
50wide ±163%

Transmission

$1,275median
$250$4,394
51wide ±223%

Transmission Control Module

$110median
$30$521
52wide ±79%

Turbocharger

$350median
$120$670
53wide ±134%

Water Pump

$85median
$20$248
54wide ±195%

Wheels

$137median
$35$570
55wide ±167%

Window Regulator

$114median
$25$405

All prices are based on observed salvage yard asking prices, collected independently. · How we price

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Forester price comparisons

Model-year pricing

Forester parts cost by year

20157,460 listings$230avg part cost$46 – $1,68552 parts priced
20167,272 listings$218avg part cost$45 – $1,69950 parts priced
20178,159 listings$229avg part cost$45 – $1,59551 parts priced
20187,854 listings$237avg part cost$49 – $1,83049 parts priced
20196,601 listings$244avg part cost$76 – $1,22550 parts priced
20206,841 listings$237avg part cost$75 – $1,21349 parts priced
20216,343 listings$268avg part cost$75 – $1,34849 parts priced
20227,296 listings$276avg part cost$56 – $1,70049 parts priced
20236,879 listings$301avg part cost$51 – $1,75749 parts priced
20246,400 listings$308avg part cost$75 – $1,81049 parts priced
202516,982 listings$400avg part cost$76 – $1,99849 parts priced
2026156 listings$120avg part cost$120 – $1201 parts priced
$108$186$264$342$420201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Average part cost by model year · aggregated from salvage yard listing data

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Common questions

Forester parts FAQ

How much do used Forester parts cost from a salvage yard?

Based on 88,249 priced salvage yard listings across 55 part categories, used Subaru Forester parts range from $75 (brake caliper) to $1,643 (engine), with a typical part costing around $276 at the median.

What are the most commonly replaced Forester parts?

The most commonly listed salvage yard parts for the Subaru Forester are transmission control modules (8,763 listings), side mirrors (6,407 listings), air bags (5,871 listings). High listing volume means these parts are frequently replaced and competitively priced.

How many Forester part categories does this guide cover?

This guide covers 55 part categories for the Subaru Forester, with 53 currently priced from real salvage yard listings. We add new categories as listing data becomes available.

Are salvage yard Forester parts worth buying?

Used OEM Forester parts are factory-spec components that bolt in without modification. Salvage parts typically save 50–75% compared to new OEM pricing. Always match the exact part number, confirm the model year, and check the condition grade before buying.