2009 Subaru Forester service bulletins & manufacturer communications

219 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Subaru Forester. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.

• This announcement is requesting retailer staff to retain the EyeSight protective hood covers from Generation 4 EyeSight cameras.
  SubaruNet Annoucement (E · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 12, 2026
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued May 18, 2026
• This announcement provides information on the remanufactured CVT transmission program.
  SubaruNet Announcement (R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 4, 2026
• This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide interim guidance for vehicles exhibiting DTC B2A20.
  07-240-26R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 30, 2026
• This bulletin announces the service manual correction regarding clutch master cylinder reservoir service procedures.
  03-97-26 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 24, 2026
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 24, 2026
• This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to be followed when addressing customer concerns of steering wheel/vehicle body vibration when driving at highway speeds when tire/…
  05-97-26 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Apr 20, 2026
• This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant lea…
  10-105-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 26, 2026
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 26, 2026
• This bulletin contains information to help when attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process…
  15-219-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 16, 2026
• This announcement provides information on the use of aftermarket services or tools for programming immobilizer keys/fobs.
  SubaruNet Announcement (A · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 4, 2026
• This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide interim guidance for 2026 model year vehicles exhibiting DTC B2A20 with gen 4 Telematics.
  07-240-26R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 25, 2026
• This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant lea…
  10-105-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 6, 2026
• This Subaru service and technical support line newsletter provides information on the next phase of TechShare.
  Subaru Tech Tips Special · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 15, 2026
• This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINK® Remote Engine Start (RES).
  15-300-22R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jan 12, 2026
• This announcement has been created to address difficulties with software updates on Subaru Select Monitors with DST-010 interface firmware has been updated.
  Subarunet Announcement (E · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 12, 2026
• This Service Information Bulletin provides the Service Manual Correction to the diagnostic procedure for DTC B2A16 (Immobilizer Key Collation Diagnosis).
  18-226-25R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Dec 8, 2025
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
  15-333-25 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 2, 2025
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  Subaru Tech Tips (Article · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Nov 20, 2025
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  Subaru Tech Tips (Article · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Nov 20, 2025
• This bulletin provides information on the load carrying capacity reduced label when a port-installed or retailer-installed accessory exeeds 1.5 percent of the GVWR or 100 pounds, w…
  15-130-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 29, 2025
• This Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw (dark/standby current) in vehicles experiencing battery drain when the ignition is o…
  15-308-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 28, 2025
• Subaru tech tips newsletter article locator.
  Subaru Tech Tips (Article · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 28, 2025
• Subaru tech tips newsletter article locator.
  Subaru Tech Tips (Article · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 28, 2025
• This Bulletin outlines a comprehensive update to the dark current/parasitic draw diagnosis & testing procedures.
  07-236-25 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 23, 2025
• This Bulletin provides details on a new formal testing, charging, and tracking procedure for all 12-volt batteries in new vehicle inventory.
  07-233-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 23, 2025
• This bulletin addresses cases when attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process from complet…
  15-219-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 30, 2025
• This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant lea…
  10-105-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 5, 2025
• This Bulletin provides details on a new formal testing, charging, and tracking procedure for all 12-volt batteries in new vehicle inventory wjhich must be tested and reported every…
  07-233-25 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 3, 2025
• This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipp…
  15-266-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 26, 2025
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
  15-320-24R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 21, 2025
• Subaru of America, Inc. will release an OTA to perform a software update to the DCM. This is a preventive OTA.
  SubaruNet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 13, 2025
• Subaru Service Technical Support Newsletter special edition.
  Subaru Service Technical · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Aug 11, 2025
• This bulletin provides information on paint codes for vehicles in the 2026 line up.
  13-108-25 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 11, 2025
• This OTA is released to address Telematic functions that may stop working after a certain amount of time from the vehicle's production.
  SubaruNet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 16, 2025
• "This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant le…
  10-105-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 10, 2025
• This announcment provides information on the release of the latest software updates to the Subaru Midtronics DSS-5000 Battery Diagnostic tool.
  SubaruNet Annoucement · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 27, 2025
• This announcement is to bring attention to the OTA for In-vehicle service appointment scheduler and In-vehicle message center.
  SubaruNet Announcement (S · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 24, 2025
• This Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
  15-251-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 24, 2025
• This Service Information bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected…
  10-105-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 23, 2025
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
  01-168-09R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued May 19, 2025
• This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant lea…
  10-105-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 13, 2025
• "The repair instructions previously provided in the WQK-47 recall bulletin as been updated, the WQQ-52 recall will involve applying additional anti-corrosion material to the four-w…
  WQQ-52R · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued May 6, 2025
• This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
  15-251-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 30, 2025
• This Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing engine oil leakage on FA and FB type engines.
  02-192-24R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 22, 2025
• This Bulletin announces availability of a User Guide and an informative video to supplement the recent releases to retailers of the SOA321152 and SOA321153 Terminal Test Kits.
  14-31-25 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 31, 2025
• The purpose of this bulletin is to advise of SOA’s revised Catalytic Converter Recycling Program shipping procedure.
  09-51-08R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Mar 24, 2025
• Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists on certain 2005-2009 model year Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2009- …
  WQK-47R · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Mar 24, 2025
• Due to incomplete repair instructions previously provided in the WQK-47 recall bulletin, the WQQ-52 recall will involve applying additional anti-corrosion material to the four-way …
  WQQ-52R · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Mar 24, 2025
• This Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns.
  15-304-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 18, 2025
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 17, 2025
• When attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process from completing successfully.
  15-219-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 6, 2025
• "This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16."
  15-251-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 10, 2025
• This announcement is in regard to special service tool shipment will be shipped directly to the Subar retailers during February.
  Subarunet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 31, 2025
• A head unit OTA will be available via cellular network for Mid and High Grade CP1.5 head units.
  RC5 Head Unit OTA · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 28, 2025
• This bulletin is for information purposes only.The bulletin adresses design changes of the headlamps and rear combination lamps, where moisture and or condensation may develop on t…
  07-59-07R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 13, 2024
• This annocement is to inform dealers to the Gen 3.1 Head Unit OTA will be available via Wi-Fi. The update will take place in multiple batches with the first beginneing November 15t…
  SubaruNet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 14, 2024
• This bulletin details an important regulation issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) which impacts the way some vehicles with accessories are sold. Th…
  15-130-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 31, 2024
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 1, 2024
• This Service Information Bulletin announces the preferred practices to be used when handling vehicles equipped with Gen2 Telematics which are enrolled in the Subaru STARLINK® Secur…
  15-298-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 27, 2024
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 27, 2024
• This Service Information Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing engine oil leakage on FA and FB type engines.
  02-192-24 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 26, 2024
• This Service Information bulletin is being released as guidance for proper testing and charging of vehicle batteries.
  07-178-21R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 26, 2024
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
  15-320-24 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 26, 2024
• The CP1.5 RCs OTA is available for all mid and high grade CP1.5 head units.
  SubaruNet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 26, 2024
• This bulletin announces availability of the NEW genuine Subaru engine oil filter.
  02-191-22R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 17, 2024
• This bulletin outlines the judgment criteria to be used when inspecting front transverse link bushings to reduce unnecessary bushing replacement.
  03-94-24 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 4, 2024
• This Service Information Bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when the Data Communication Module (DCM) is being tested as a dark current/standby current s…
  15-308-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 15, 2024
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure for 2025MY vehicles.
  15-320-24 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 5, 2024
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
  01-168-09R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Aug 5, 2024
• This Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
  15-251-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 5, 2024
• This annoucement provides parts personnel information about remanufactured transmissions that will no longer be available.
  Subarunet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 24, 2024
• This announcement provides information for retailers to install the latest infotainment system software for Denso CP 1.5.
  Subarunet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 18, 2024
• This bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when testing the Data Communication Module (DCM) as a dark current/standby current source. All models equipped w…
  15-308-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 17, 2024
• This announcement provides information on Takata Recall Escalated Towing Program.
  Subarunet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 15, 2024
• This thermo control valve video contains information on the replacement of thermo control valve.
  Thermo Control Valve Vide · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jul 11, 2024
• This Bulletin provides SOA paint codes to help eliminate possible confusion for 2025 MY vehicles.
  13-107-24 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jul 9, 2024
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jul 8, 2024
• This Bulletin provides guidance for diagnosing a leaking front or rear suspension strut.
  05-91-24 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jul 8, 2024
• This information announces reprograming file availability for Gen 4.5 Denso CP1.5 Audio and Navigation systems. Inprovement for CarPlay concerns with hands-free calls when the rece…
  SubaruNet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 28, 2024
• This bulletin provides diagnosis and procedure information to be applied when diagnosing potential fluid leaks on front and rear brake calipers. This information has been developed…
  06-90-24 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Jun 25, 2024
• SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain Subaru vehicles listed, equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced…
  TKA-17R, TKB-17R · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Dec 28, 2023
• SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model yea…
  TKA-20R, TKB-20R · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Dec 28, 2023
• SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model yea…
  TKA-20R/TKB-30R/ · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Oct 30, 2023
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
  01-168-09R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2023
• This bulletin announces the recommended cleaning procedures to followed when encountering vehicles with long time exposure to pollen on painted surfaces on vehicles imported from J…
  12-249-23R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 11, 2023
• Takata Front Passenger Airbag Module / Inflator â Like for Likeâ Recall
  TKA-20R,TKB-20R, · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 2, 2023
• Takata Front Passenger Airbag Module / Inflator â Like for Likeâ Recall
  TKA, TKB, TKC-20 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Apr 4, 2023
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, in which a defective left front seat belt may have been insta…
  WRJ-22R · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Dec 9, 2022
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, in which a defective left front seat belt may have been insta…
  Subarunet Announ · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Nov 29, 2022
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, in which a defective left front seat belt may have been insta…
  WRJ-22 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Nov 11, 2022
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, in which a defective left front seat belt may have been insta…
  Subarunet Announ · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Nov 11, 2022
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals.
  18-229-22 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 23, 2022
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 23, 2022
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
  15-302-22 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 23, 2022
• This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during diagnosis and repair of the Infotainment concerns. (Applicable to all models …
  15-192-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 18, 2022
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 17, 2021
• This bulletin is to advise of SOAâ s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
  09-51-08R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 7, 2021
• To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special S…
  14-22-16R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2021
• This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing.
  03-82-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 12, 2021
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.
  01-168-09R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 4, 2021
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
  10-19-20 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 29, 2020
• This bulletin announces availability of new master cylinder application shaft seals.
  06-79-20 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 31, 2020
• This service information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models listed.
  03-82-18R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 26, 2020
• Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
  14-22-16R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 4, 2020
• All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
  01-181-20 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 30, 2020
• This Bulletin provides information regarding DTC P0606 related specifically to the determination of this code on Forester Turbo and applicable WRX models.
  07-75-13R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Mar 10, 2020
• SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model yea…
  TKA-20R · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Feb 4, 2020
• SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model yea…
  TKA, TKB, TKC-20 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 15, 2020
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
  01-168-09R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 10, 2020
• Takata Like for Like recalls- TKA20 (Zone A), TKB20 (Zone B), TKC20 (Zone C).
  Subaru Announcem · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Jan 6, 2020
• This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dr…
  06-68-19R · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jul 11, 2019
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicles will …
  WUF-91R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 22, 2019
• Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.
  Subaru Tech Tips · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 21, 2019
• To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special S…
  14-22-16R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 6, 2019
• Owner Notification, Owners will be notified by first class mail on May 10, 2019. Owners with a valid email address on file will also be notified by email. Subaru retailers with aff…
  WUF-91 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 30, 2019
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicles will …
  WUF-91R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 30, 2019
• New Subaru Safety Recall: WUF-91 Replacement Ignition Switch Recall Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potenti…
  WUF-91-041219 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 12, 2019
• This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of gr…
  03-82-18 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 26, 2018
• This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of gr…
  03-82-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Oct 26, 2018
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site. The tables con…
  18-195-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 28, 2018
• This bulletin provides a measurement and adjustment procedure for the stop lamp switch. An improperly adjusted (or faulty) stop lamp switch can cause any of the DTCs listed to set …
  07-131-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 11, 2018
• This bulletin announces a design change to the A/C Condenser receiver-dryer assembly. The change involves the addition of a rubber end cap and retaining clip onto the bottom of the…
  15-222-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 10, 2018
• This bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns. This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface…
  02-172-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 6, 2018
• This bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns. This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface…
  02-172-18R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Feb 6, 2018
• This bulletin provides a measurement and adjustment procedure for the stop lamp switch. An improperly adjusted (or faulty) stop lamp switch can cause any of the DTCs listed above t…
  07-131-18 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jan 26, 2018
• ( 2017-2018MY Impreza - 5 Dr Only)
  12-231-18 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 11, 2018
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling 100,127 vehicles including certain 2007-2009 model year Legacy and Outback (turbo models only), 2008-2014 model year Impreza (turbo mo…
  WTM-73R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 11, 2017
• 2.5 Liter N/A engine only. REVISED. Subaru of America, Inc. has determined that vehicles affected by this Service Program require ECM reprogramming. A modification to the Engine Co…
  WVU31R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 6, 2017
• REVISED. CA PZEV SPEC MODELS ONLY. Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has determined that vehicles affected by this Service Program require ECM reprogramming. Under certain severe drivi…
  WVM23R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 6, 2017
• This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the internal contact portion of the oil pressure switch to increase durability
  02-164-16 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 27, 2016
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
  01-168-09R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 16, 2016
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
  01-168-09R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 30, 2016
• This bulletin provides a procedure for removal of the accessory Turbo Boost Gauge and restoration of the vehicle to pre-installation (OEM) condition. Due to circumstances beyond th…
  15-202-16 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 24, 2016
• Panasonic audio systems troubleshooting guide
  PAN-AUDIO · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 17, 2016
• NHTSA announced in a press conference today, the planned expansion of the airbag inflator recall to an additional 35 to 40 million vehicles from various manufacturers nationwide. W…
  WQR53-memo · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued May 4, 2016
• Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Sub…
  01-168-09R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Apr 12, 2016
• "this service information bulletin announces a design change to the oil pressure switch assembly. Nickel plating has been applied to the internal switch contacts to enhance their d…
  02-162-15R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 11, 2015
• "this service information bulletin announces a design change to the oil pressure switch assembly. Nickel plating has been applied to the internal switch contacts to enhance their d…
  02-162-15 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 10, 2015
• If you encounter a vehicle that has a groaning type noise coming from the power steering pump when the wheel is turned to the full right or left position when the vehicle is parked…
  04-13-09R · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jun 17, 2015
• Annoucment to UPDATE ? Subaru Recall Campaign WQQ?52 Brake Line Corrosion
  WQQ-52 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued Apr 24, 2015
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. The purpose of revising this bulletin …
  15-133-08R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 11, 2015
• This recall is being issued as a result of incomplete repair instructions provided in the impreza and forester repair procedure for the wqk-47 brake line corrosion recall.
  WQQ-52 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Jan 26, 2015
• Wqk-47r - brake line corrosion
  WQK-47R · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Dec 23, 2014
• Service memo announcement of subaru recall campaign: brake line corrosion wqq-52
  SM07 - WQQ-52 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Dec 22, 2014
• Rear Seat Center Seatbelt
  WQA37 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Oct 29, 2014
• Wqa-37 - rear seat center seatbelt
  WQA-37 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Oct 29, 2014
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  WQA-37 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Oct 29, 2014
• Revision to Troubleshooting Information for VDC DTC C0071
  064714 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 23, 2014
• Revision to troubleshooting information for vdc dtc c0071
  06-47-14 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Oct 23, 2014
• Intercooler/Intake Air Duct
  0215514R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 10, 2014
• Intercooler/intake air duct - this bulletin announces availability of a revised replacement air intake duct for the turbocharged vehicles specified above.
  02-155-14R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 10, 2014
• Subaru: information regarding replacement revision of air intake duct for turbocharger where insulator portion of duct separates from duct and leaks boost pressure, loss of power a…
  SB-02-155-14-R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 10, 2014
• Replacement AT Oil Cooler Piping
  169214 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 2, 2014
• Replacement at oil cooler piping - this bulletin will provide information regarding a change to the automatic transmission (at) fluid cooler piping and an addition to the service p…
  16-92-14 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 2, 2014
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  16-92-14 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 2, 2014
• Subaru: replacing coolant piping located adjacent to radiator that's corroded and damaged due to road salt and/or salt water accumulation and new replacement is double thick teflon…
  SB-16-92-14 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Sep 2, 2014
• Wqk-47 - brake line corrosion product campaign bulletin
  WQK-47R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 29, 2014
• Service memo regarding spray application gun assembly / use caution
  SM07 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 24, 2014
• Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info
  0116809R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 17, 2014
• Brake Line Corrosion
  WQK47-1 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Jul 1, 2014
• New Subaru Recall Campaign: Brake Line Corrosion WQK?47
  WQK47-2 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Jun 10, 2014
• New subaru recall campaign: brake line corrosion wqk ]47
  WQK-47 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Jun 10, 2014
• Intercooler/Intake Air Duct
  0215514 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 17, 2014
• This bulletin announces availability of a revised replacement air intake duct for the turbocharged vehicles specified.
  02-155-14 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 17, 2014
• Hill Start Assist (HSA) Warning Light, DTC C0076
  037214 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 20, 2014
• Hill start assist (hsa) warning light, dtc c0076 - this bulletin provides information to address a customer concern of intermittent operation of the hill start assist warning lamp.
  03-72-14 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 20, 2014
• Subaru: the custiomer may complain of the intermittent operation of the hill start assist warning lamp. Stored dtc c0076 with detail codes 2610h and/or 2620h. *js
  TSB-2-20-14 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 20, 2014
• Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts
  037012R-1 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Jan 15, 2014
• Repair procedure for high-pitched sound from extension housing area using latest generation production parts - this bulletin provides production change, repair procedure and parts …
  03-70-12R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 15, 2014
• Should you receive a customer concern of a loose windshield mounted auto-dimming compass mirror with homelink (with or without homelink on brz models), the mounting adapter plate s…
  15-167-13R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 13, 2013
• This Bulletin provides production change, repair procedure and parts information to address a customer concern of a high-pitched sound coming from the transmission extension housin…
  037012R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 22, 2013
• This Bulletin provides a repair procedure for the replacement of the tonneau cover stoppers. This procedure must be used in place of tonneau cover assembly replacement for stopper …
  12-153-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 7, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  12-153-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 7, 2013
• Replacement Key and Immobilizer info
  0116809R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 25, 2013
• "the following information is intended to provide further clarification of the proper claims procedures to follow when a vehicle comes in to your service department for the wqe ]41…
  WQE -41M2 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 15, 2013
• "in order to remove the display of an open recall on the wqe99 program (optional puddle lights) that was used for vehicles that may or may not have puddle lights, the wqe99 program…
  WQE41M · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 6, 2013
• We would like to remind dealers that for this campaign the repair part number is h001ssc300, which is a fused mini harness. There are two required per vehicle. There are other comp…
  WQE -41A · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 25, 2013
• Rear Door Wheel Arch Molding
  1513108R · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 22, 2013
• In the event you encounter a customer complaint that the rear door wheel arch molding is loose, there is the possibility that the 3m tape which attaches the molding has not adhered…
  15-131-08R · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 22, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  15-131-08R · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 22, 2013
• The optional genuine subaru puddle light recall has now been released. Owner notification letters were mailed today. Effective today, tuesday, february 19, 2013, all claims should …
  WQE41A · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 19, 2013
• "subaru has determined that affected vehicles equipped with optional genuine subaru puddle lights may develop a short circuit and cause the related components to overheat and poten…
  WQE-41 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 19, 2013
• Front Door Glass Does Not Close Properly
  214413 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Feb 7, 2013
• This bulletin provides an inspection and repair procedure to address a misalignment of the rear upper and lower window sash which may cause the front door glass to bind or move slo…
  12-144-13 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Feb 7, 2013
• Optional Genuine Subaru Puddle Lights
  WQE41a · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2013
• Optional Genuine Subaru Puddle Lights
  WQE41 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Feb 1, 2013
• Subaru has determined that affected vehicles equipped with optional genuine subaru puddle lights may develop a short circuit and cause the related components to overheat and potent…
  WQE-41RP · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jan 15, 2013
• Subaru Service Program WQD-40: Front Catalytic Converter Replacement & Engine Control Module (ECM) Reprogramming
  WQD40 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 10, 2013
• Service Manual Corrections
  1816513 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 10, 2013
• Subaru of america, inc. Has determined that vehicles affected by this service program require front catalytic converter replacement and ecm reprogramming. For vehicles affected by …
  WQD-40DA · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 10, 2013
• "the purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to service manuals available via the subaru technical information system (stis) web site. The tables co…
  18-165-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 10, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  18-165-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 10, 2013
• Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound
  037012R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jan 3, 2013
• Preliminary Inspection and Repair Procedure for Puddle Light Campaign WQE-41
  WQE41 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2013
• Subaru of America, Inc. has determined vehicles affected by this Service Program require front catalytic converter replacement and ECM reprogramming.
  WQD40 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2013
• Subaru of america, inc. Has determined vehicles affected by this service program require front catalytic converter replacement and ecm reprogramming. For vehicles affected by this …
  WQD-40 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  WQD-40 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jan 1, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  WQE-41 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2013
• Subaru: over time, front catalytic converter efficiency degrades beyond an acceptable level and releases air pollutants that requires the front catalytic converter to be replaced a…
  WQD-40 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2013
• New Subaru Recall Campaign: Optional Genuine Subaru Puddle Lights
  Announcement-2 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Dec 27, 2012
• New subaru recall campaign: optional genuine subaru puddle lights
  SM01 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Dec 27, 2012
• Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts
  037012 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 13, 2012
• Repair procedure for high-pitched sound from extension housing area using latest generation production parts
  03-70-12 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 13, 2012
• Remanufactured Automatic Transaxle Program
  166399R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 12, 2012
• 5MT Transfer Driven Gear Bearings
  036812R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 11, 2012
• This bulletin reviews a change to the part numbers used for the transfer driven gear bearings. These revised bearings are to be used to enhance durability.
  03-68-12R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 11, 2012
• Subaru: information being provided regarding counterfeit air bags, being used as replacement parts and installed in certain vehicles. Models 2008-2011 legacy, outback, impreza, for…
  SB-001487 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Oct 25, 2012
• Subaru recall campaign wqa-37: forester rear seat center seatbelt
  SM03 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Oct 10, 2012
• Service manual corrections - the purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to service manuals available via the subaru technical information system (s…
  18-164-12 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 10, 2012
• Subaru has prepared a new repair kit for this campaign. - rear seat center seatbelt
  WQA-37 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Oct 10, 2012
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  18-164-12 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 10, 2012
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  WQA-37 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Oct 10, 2012
• Subaru service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Ecm reprogramming procedure. 2006-2010 legacy/outback/forester/impreza. *rm updated 9/26/11. *pe
  SPB-WVU-31 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 3, 2011
• Subaru service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. A software problem is causing the catalytic converter to degrade when driving at high speeds. This will cause …
  WVM-23 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 23, 2011
• Subaru: there is a steering wheel vibration at highway speeds due to an imporper wheel balance. *rm
  SB-05-50-10R · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Feb 3, 2011
• Subaru: evaporator drain house freezing. It may be difficult to fill the fuel tank after driving the vehicle through deep snow, there is the possibility that ice has formed in the …
  SB-05-46-10 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Jun 21, 2010
• Subaru service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Engine control module (ecm) reprogramming. Under certain severe driving patterns, such as high speed highway/u…
  SB-WVM-23 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2009
• Subaru: vehicle has a water leak in the front driver/passenger side of the vehicle, it may be coming from the body seam located behind the front inner fender well. To correct the c…
  SB-12-108-09 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 11, 2009