2008 Subaru Impreza Sti service bulletins & manufacturer communications

107 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Subaru Impreza Sti. 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
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  Subaru Tech Tips (Article · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 28, 2025
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  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
• 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
• 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
• 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 · Latches/locks/linkages · 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
• 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 · Equipment · 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 · Equipment · 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info
  0116809R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 17, 2014
• New Subaru Recall Campaign: Brake Line Corrosion WQK?47
  WQK47-2 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Jun 10, 2014
• Hill Start Assist (HSA) Warning Light, DTC C0076
  037214 · Technical service bulletin · Lane Departure · 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
• 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
• Replacement Key and Immobilizer info
  0116809R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 25, 2013
• Service Manual Corrections
  1816613 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 17, 2013
• Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound
  037012R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jan 3, 2013
• Remanufactured Automatic Transaxle Program
  166399R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 12, 2012
• Revised Packing Material for the License Plate Lamp.
  077112 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Dec 3, 2012
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  12-141-12 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 25, 2012
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  18-163-12 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 10, 2012
• 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