2018 Subaru Legacy service bulletins & manufacturer communications

429 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Subaru Legacy. 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 announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability. (This is an revised version of the ori…
  16-156-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 2, 2026
• This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM) for certain vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines.
  02-195-26 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 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 bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability.
  16-156-25R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 13, 2026
• This announcement provides information on the remanufactured CVT transmission program.
  SubaruNet Announcement (R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 4, 2026
• This bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be used when DTCs B1571(REFERENCE CODE INCOMPATIBILITY IMMOBILIZER CM TO ECM) and B1572(IMM CIRCUIT EXCEPT ANTENNA CIRCUIT) are…
  18-230-26 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 1, 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 · Wheels · 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 announces the diagnostic procedures to be used when DTCs P2096 (POST CATALYST FUEL TRIM SYSTEM TOO LEAN BANK 1) and P2097 (POST CATALYST FUEL TRIM SYSTEM TOO RICH BAN…
  18-228-25R · Technical service bulletin · Fuel/propulsion System · issued Dec 8, 2025
• This bulletin announces availability of new front wheel hub assemblies incorporating bearing surfaces having increased resistance to imperfections resulting from shock loads.
  05-84-21R · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · 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
• This bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be used when DTCs P2096 (POST CATALYST FUEL TRIM SYSTEM TOO LEAN BANK 1) and P2097 (POST CATALYST FUEL TRIM SYSTEM TOO RICH BAN…
  18-228-25 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Nov 20, 2025
• Subaru service article locator.
  Subaru Tech Tips (Article · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Nov 20, 2025
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which enhancement was implemented to prevent abnormal operations. The updated valve body incorporates an …
  16-156-25R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 4, 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
• In the interest of customer satisfaction Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage in the models listed. The extension will address instances…
  07-235-25 · Technical service bulletin · Forward Collision Avoidance · issued Sep 30, 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 a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body. The updated valve body incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability.
  16-156-25 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · 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 · Electrical System · 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
• In the interest of customer satisfaction Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage in the models listed for the selected EyeSight & Reverse A…
  07-235-25 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 29, 2025
• This announcement provides information about a Subaru of America, Inc. preliminary settlement in a class action lawsuit regarding the EyeSight system in certain Subaru vehicles.
  SubaruNet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Forward Collision Avoidance · issued Jul 29, 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 bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly.
  16-103-16R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 18, 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
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the Data Communication Module (DCM) Warranty from 3 years (36 months) of 36,000 miles to 8 year…
  15-317-24R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 31, 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
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the Warranty coverage time period for the fuel pump impeller to 15 years.
  09-129-24R · Technical service bulletin · Fuel/propulsion System · issued Jan 7, 2025
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the Warranty coverage time period for the fuel pump impeller to 15 years.
  09-129-24R · Technical service bulletin · Fuel/propulsion System · issued Dec 31, 2024
• 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 announces repair procedures to be used when diagnosing dark current draw (parasitic draw) on vehicles equipped with Gen 1 Data Control Modules.
  15-312-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 12, 2024
• Subaru is recalling 2018 Legacy, Outback, and BRZ vehicles equipped with a certain combination of head unit hardware and software, due to the possibility of noncompliance with Fede…
  WTZ-85R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 31, 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
• "In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the Warranty coverage time period for the fuel pump impeller to 15 years."
  09-129-24 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel/propulsion System · issued Sep 24, 2024
• Denso low pressure fuel pump warranty extension.
  SubaruNet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Fuel/propulsion System · issued Sep 23, 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 announces the procedures required to reprogram the DCM (Data Communication Module) in Gen1 Subaru vehicles in response to the 3G network sunsetting.
  15-316-24R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 10, 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 bulletin provides a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.0 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
  15-245-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 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 addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation head units ut…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 9, 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
• This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition …
  16-112-18R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 13, 2024
• T16 Warranty Extension (15-317-24R) Frequently Asked Questions.
  FAQ 15-317-24R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 22, 2024
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the Data Communication Module (DCM) Warranty from 3 years (36 months) of 36,000 miles to 8 year…
  15-317-24R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 12, 2024
• This bulletin announces repair procedures to be used when diagnosing dark current draw (parasitic draw) on vehicles equipped with Gen 1 Data Control Modules.
  15-312-23R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 29, 2024
• This bulletin provides a repair procedure when diagnosing dark current draw on vehicles with GEN 1 Data Control Modules.
  15-321-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 29, 2024
• Subaru has extended the Data Communication Module (DCM) warranty from 3 years 36,000mi to 8 years or 100,000mi. In rare cases, customers may experience a dead battery as a result o…
  15-317-24R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 12, 2024
• This letter provides information regarding the warranty extension for the Telematics Data Communications Module (DCM).
  Subaru notice to · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 28, 2024
• This announcement provides information in regard to the extension of the basic new car limited warranty for the Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM). This coverage will apply…
  SubaruNet Announ · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 28, 2024
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is extending the Data Communication Module (DCM) warranty from three years (36 months or 36K miles) to eight years (96 months or 100K miles), which…
  15-317-24 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 27, 2024
• This bulletin provides procedures required for reprogramming the Data Communication Module (DCM) in Gen 1 Subaru vehicles due to sunsetting of the 3G network.
  15-316-24 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 27, 2024
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and mod…
  07-207-22R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 27, 2023
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation he…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 13, 2023
• This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engin…
  09-110-23R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 7, 2023
• This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engin…
  09-110-23 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 9, 2023
• This Bulletin announces additional information regarding error codes 1403- 1407 encountered when attempting an adjustment/calibration of the EyeSight® system after body repair pro…
  18-231-23 · Technical service bulletin · Forward Collision Avoidance · issued Sep 11, 2023
• This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition …
  16-112-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 14, 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 · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Aug 1, 2023
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and mod…
  07-207-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 31, 2023
• This bulletin announces diagnostic procedures along with availability of new Engine Control Module (ECM) reprogramming files to address DTC P2404 (Evap System Leak Detection Pump S…
  09-109-23 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 25, 2023
• This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
  15-285-21R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 13, 2023
• This bulletin announces the availability of a new Genuine Subaru Replacement Battery introduced to replace the current battery (SOA821B400). The new battery (SOA821B950) has a high…
  07-223-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 13, 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 announces the availability of a new Genuine Subaru Replacement Battery introduced to replace the current battery (SOA821B400) once current inventory is depleted.
  07-223-23 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 11, 2023
• "In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage for the electronic connector lock tab for the Electric P…
  06-87-22R · Technical service bulletin · Parking Brake · issued Jun 29, 2023
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 29, 2023
• This bulletin announces repair procedures to be used when diagnosing dark current draw (parasitic draw) on vehicles equipped with Gen 1 Data Control Modules.
  15-312-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 28, 2023
• This Service Information Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR58…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 28, 2023
• This bulletin announces availability of the one-time use mounting clip and spacer clip for the air bag curtain module.
  17-18-23 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued May 8, 2023
• This Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CV…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 27, 2023
• This Bulletin announces additional cautions being added to the Ownerâ s Manual and Service Manual regarding the operation of door locks.
  07-217-23 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 17, 2023
• This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
  15-285-21R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 23, 2023
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 15, 2023
• This Service Information Bulletin provides an updated diagnostic flow along with an IMPORTANT caution to follow for certain CVT solenoid related DTCs as listed.
  16-131-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 28, 2023
• Subaru Battery Drain Product Liability Litigation.
  07-207-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 3, 2023
• This Service Information Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR58…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 12, 2023
• Subaru Battery Drain Product Liability Litigation.
  07-207-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 5, 2023
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and mod…
  07-207-22R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 18, 2022
• This Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CV…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 17, 2022
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressin customer concerns.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 17, 2022
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage for the electronic connector lock tab for the Electric Pa…
  06-87-22R · Technical service bulletin · Parking Brake · issued Nov 4, 2022
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is announcing an extension to the Basic New Car Limited Warranty for the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) conn…
  Subarunet Announ · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 4, 2022
• Subaru Battery Drain Product Liability Litigation.
  07-207-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 31, 2022
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the front stabilizer bushings.
  5-88-21R · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Oct 3, 2022
• Battery Class Action Settlement Resources. (2)
  SubaruNet Announ · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 26, 2022
• This bulletin announces a warranty extension information regarding 12 Volt vehicle batteries.
  07-207-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 6, 2022
• Battery Drain Class Action Settlement- Warranty Extension Training.
  SubaruNet Announ · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2022
• Announcement to Subaru Retailers regarding the preliminary settlement in a class action lawsuit regarding battery drain in certain Subaru vehicles.
  SubaruNet Announ · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 30, 2022
• This bulletin announces a warranty extension information regarding 12 Volt vehicle batteries.
  07-207-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 26, 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
• Special Edition, 2012 current model subaru evaporative diagnostics and smoke testing.
  Subaru Tech Tips · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 12, 2022
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation he…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 12, 2022
• This Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CV…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 12, 2022
• This Bulletin announces the preferred practices to be used when handling vehicles equipped with Gen2 Telematics which are enrolled in the Subaru STARLINK® Security Plus Service fe…
  15-298-22 · Technical service bulletin · Communication · issued Jul 11, 2022
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the front stabilizer bushings.
  05-88-21 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jul 5, 2022
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation he…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 27, 2022
• This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Body Integrated Unit (BIU) operation of the automatic door lock (auto-lock / unlock) feature.
  07-162-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 23, 2022
• This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition switch whe…
  16-112-18R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 19, 2022
• This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
  12-203-16R · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued May 18, 2022
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2019-2020 MY Ascent, 2018-2019 MY BRZ, 2018 MY Forester (Turbo), 2018-2020 MY Impreza, 2018-2020 MY L…
  WRG-21R · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued May 17, 2022
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation he…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 26, 2022
• This bulletin announces availability of new reprograming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM).
  09-87-22 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 26, 2022
• 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.
  18-223-22 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 6, 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 announces design change to the water pump assembly.
  09-83-21R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 7, 2022
• This bulletin outlines the operating characteristics of the Remote Climate Control operation on hybrid vehicles.
  15-293-22 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 4, 2022
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 2, 2022
• WRK-21 CVT Chain Guide Breakage Recall - Customer communications and rental.
  Subarunet Announ · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 23, 2022
• Going forward when a customerâ s vehicle is equipped with a DCM that does not have Software version ID DCM_06.00.17_20190816 installed and they wish to subscribe to Starlink Telema…
  15-291-22 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 18, 2022
• This bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CV…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 8, 2022
• This bulletin provides a repair procedure for R152 type rear differentials.
  03-87-21 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 14, 2022
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 13, 2022
• This bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CV…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 10, 2022
• This Bulletin announces design changes to the engine oil and CVT fluid drain plugs.
  02-189-22 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 2, 2022
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 15, 2021
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2019-2020 MY Ascent, 2018-2019 MY BRZ, 2018 MY Forester (Turbo), 2018-2020 MY Impreza, 2018-2020 MY L…
  WRG-21R · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Dec 9, 2021
• This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition …
  16-112-18R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 15, 2021
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2019-2020 MY Ascent, 2018-2019 MY BRZ, 2018 MY Forester (Turbo), 2018-2020 MY Impreza, 2018-2020 MY L…
  WRG-21 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Nov 10, 2021
• This bulletin provides a service procedure to address customer concerns of a â squeakingâ -type sound from the front seat(s).
  12-228-21 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Oct 27, 2021
• This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly.
  16-103-16R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 27, 2021
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2019-2020 MY Ascent, 2018-2019 MY BRZ, 2018 MY Forester (Turbo), 2018-2020 MY Impreza, 2018-2020 MY L…
  WRG-21R · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Oct 19, 2021
• This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition …
  16-112-18R · Technical service bulletin · Parking Brake · issued Oct 19, 2021
• WRG-21 Fuel Pump Impeller Failure Safety Recall â Owner Notification.
  Subarunet Announ · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Oct 18, 2021
• This bulletin provides a new flow chart and additional diagnostic tools to assist technicians with troubleshooting DTC P0841- SECONDARY OIL PRESSURE SENSOR PERFORMANCE.
  16-102-16R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 15, 2021
• (Subaru Retailers) As part of Subaruâ s dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is announcing an extension to the Basic New Car Limited Warranty for the …
  Subarunet Announ · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 14, 2021
• (Owner Letter) As part of Subaru of Americaâ s dedication to customer satisfaction, this letter is to inform you of an extension to the Basic New Car Limited Warranty for your vehi…
  Subarunet Announ · Technical service bulletin · Parking Brake · issued Oct 14, 2021
• WRG-21 Fuel Pump Parts Scrapping.
  SubaruNet Announ · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 4, 2021
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2019-2020 MY Ascent, 2018-2019 MY BRZ, 2018 MY Forester (Turbo), 2018-2020 MY Impreza, 2018-2020 MY L…
  WRG-21R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 23, 2021
• This bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement (when applicable) of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM) along with a new claim…
  15-195-16R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 22, 2021
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 20, 2021
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall in which the fuel pump may become inoperative.
  Subarunet Announ · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Aug 25, 2021
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a new safety recall for certain 2019-2020 MY Ascent, 2018-2019 MY BRZ, 2018 MY Forester (Turbo), 2018-2020 MY Impreza, 2018-2020 MY L…
  WRG-21 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Aug 24, 2021
• This bulletin provides a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
  18-213-21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 9, 2021
• This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
  12-203-16R · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Aug 4, 2021
• Diagnostic Information for Alleged Chain Slip Condition on TR580 / TR690 Transmissions.
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 22, 2021
• This bulletin provides a procedure to help identify the source of a squeaking, creaking or popping -type sound heard coming from the driverâ s seat.
  12-253-18R · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Jul 16, 2021
• This bulletin provides corrected diagnostics containing a revised flow for certain CVT solenoid related DTCs.
  16-131-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 23, 2021
• Gen1 Telematics Reprogramming for 3G Sunset.
  15-280-21R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 17, 2021
• 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
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation he…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 8, 2021
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program to update the Harman Kardon head unit on certain vehicles with the latest…
  WUA-86R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 8, 2021
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling 2018 model year Legacy, Outback, and BRZ vehicles equipped with a certain combination of head unit hardware and software, due to the p…
  WTZ-85R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 8, 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
• Map Data Update Procedure for Harman Gen 3.0 Navigation Equipped Head Units (H/U)
  15-254-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 3, 2021
• This bulletin outlines changes in the service procedure for engine oil pressure inspection.
  02-187-21 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2021
• Description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
  18-206-21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 3, 2021
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the TPMS valve assemblies.
  05-85-21R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 27, 2021
• Vehicles equipped with manual transmission and push-button start will follow DCM replacement procedure as outlined in TSB 15-279-21: Gen1 Telematics DCM Replacement for 3G Sunset w…
  15-280-21R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 13, 2021
• This bulletin announces availability of new audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 9, 2021
• Gen1 Telematics Reprogramming for 3G Sunset.
  15-280-21R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 25, 2021
• This bulletin announces availability of new front wheel hub assemblies incorporating bearing surfaces having increased resistance to imperfections resulting from shock loads.
  05-84-21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 26, 2021
• This Service Information Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR58…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 23, 2021
• This bulletin provides helpful information about operating conditions observed in the field for Technicians to use when diagnosing customer concerns which may arise while operating…
  15-221-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 12, 2021
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 5, 2021
• This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM). The new files will address DTC P0116 and hard starting in cold temperature …
  11-201-21 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 4, 2021
• This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM).
  11-200-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 3, 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 made to the front seat hinge bolts.
  12-308-21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 26, 2021
• This bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged chain slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CV…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 18, 2021
• This bulletin provides details regarding the cause of a whining-type sound customers may have concern about when operating their power door locks (lock and/or unlock).
  07-182-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 15, 2021
• This bulletin provides information related to the telematics system's Automatic Collision Notification (ACN) and Advanced Automatic Collision Notification (AACN) feature operation,…
  15-267-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 14, 2021
• This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
  12-203-16R · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · 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
• This Service Information Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions.
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 29, 2020
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation he…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 18, 2020
• This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
  12-203-16R · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Dec 15, 2020
• This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.
  12-203-16R · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Dec 15, 2020
• This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly.
  16-103-16R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 2020
• Map update for Harman Gen 3.0 Navigation Equipped Head Units.
  15-254-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 23, 2020
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation he…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 23, 2020
• 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.
  18-203-20 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 20, 2020
• This bulletin announces the availability of new propeller shaft assemblies.
  03-85-20R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Nov 16, 2020
• This Service Information Bulletin provides corrected diagnostics containing a revised flow for certain CVT solenoid related DTCs.
  16-131-20 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 9, 2020
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 30, 2020
• 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 Front Stabilizer Link assemblies equipped with a new dust boot material having enhanced durability and grease retention characteristics.
  05-80-20 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Oct 22, 2020
• This Service Information Bulletin provides an important step currently missing from the Service Manual diagnostics for DTC B1572 â IMM CIRCUIT EXCEPT ANTENNA CIRCUITâ .
  07-181-20 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Oct 16, 2020
• This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the control module for the Vehicle Dynamics Control system (VDCCM). DTCs C1531 and/or C1741 may set, the…
  06-77-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 15, 2020
• This Service Information Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures for TPMS related DTC C2921 on the applicable models listed.
  05-78-20 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 13, 2020
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a desription of current changes to service manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
  18-201-20 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 2, 2020
• Update for STARLINK Multimedia Software and Navigation Maps.
  Subaru Starlink · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 22, 2020
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimized efficiency.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 22, 2020
• This bulletin provides a description of current changes to Service Manuals.
  18-200-20 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 18, 2020
• Map Data Update Procedure for Harman Gen 3.0 Navigation Equipped Head Unts (H/U).
  15-254-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 31, 2020
• This service information bulletin announces discontinuation of both the "Stitcher" app and the related News Radio feature from the STARLINK app lineup effective 12 midnight on Thur…
  15-271-20 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 31, 2020
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 31, 2020
• This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Body Integrated Unit (BIU).
  07-124-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 17, 2020
• This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the control module for the Vehicle Dynamics Control system (VDCCM).
  06-77-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electronic Stability Control · issued Aug 12, 2020
• Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
  14-22-16R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 4, 2020
• IMPORTANT: This Service Information Bulletin has been removed following Software Version 6 release to the field. Please refer to TSb 15-211-17R for Gen 3.0 and TSB 15-236-18R for G…
  15-238-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 21, 2020
• This Service information bulletin provides Telematics system/generation applicability.
  15-219-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 17, 2020
• This Service Information Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2 Telematics…
  15-266-20 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 16, 2020
• This document discusses some of the conditions that may trigger an Automatic Collision Notification (CAN) (Gen1) or Advanced Automatic Collision Notification (AACN) (Gen2), without…
  15-267-20 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 16, 2020
• This Service Information bulletin provides IMPORTANT information regarding diagnosis and replacement (when applicable) of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DMC).
  15-195-16R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 14, 2020
• This bulletin provides a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.0 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models listed.
  15-245-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 13, 2020
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Jul 8, 2020
• In the interest of customer satisfation, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program to update the Harman Kardon head unit on certain vehicles with the latest …
  WUA-86R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 12, 2020
• This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Body Integrated Unit (BIU) opertation of the automatic door lock (auto-lock/unlock) feature.
  07-162-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 11, 2020
• This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM) for hard starting in sub-freezing temperatures, DTC P0400, and surging i…
  11-200-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 6, 2020
• All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
  01-181-20 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 30, 2020
• This service information bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement (when applicable) of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM). A…
  15-195-16R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 30, 2020
• This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM).
  11-200-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 24, 2020
• In the intrest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty for the listed models and model years equipped with a Harman Gen. 3…
  15-263-20 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 23, 2020
• This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Body Integrated Unit (BIU) operation of the automatic door lock (auto-lock / unlock) feature.
  07-162-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 17, 2020
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize effciency while addressing customer concerns.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 31, 2020
• This service bulletin announces the addition of diagnostics for DTC B224C: RADIO ANTENNA FAULTS to the service manuals of the models listed.
  15-262-20 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 26, 2020
• This service bulletin provides details of a correction to the diagnostic procedure for DTC B2350- REAR RADAR COMMUNICATION ERROR on the models listed.
  07-174-20 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 26, 2020
• This Service Information Bulletin provides insight on how to address a customer concern of the rear hatch, Power Rear Gate (PRG) or trunk release operating (or finding the PRG/trun…
  07-173-20 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 20, 2020
• This bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
  17-17-13R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 19, 2020
• This Service Information Bulletin is in response to several battery sensor replacements resulting from improper removal and/or installation practices.
  07-171-20 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 6, 2020
• 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.
  18-198-20 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 3, 2020
• This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM).
  11-200-20R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 27, 2020
• This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Body Integrated Unit (BIU) operation of the automatic door lock (auto-lock / unlock) feature.
  07-162-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 21, 2020
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation he…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 19, 2020
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
  15-214-17R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 12, 2020
• This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies.
  07-152-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 31, 2020
• The first TomTom map update for Gen 3.0 Harman navigation equipped vehicles was made available.
  15-254-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 28, 2020
• This bulletin provides a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models
  15-245-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 28, 2020
• This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
  17-17-13R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 17, 2020
• This announcement is in regards to the class action lawsuit regarding Harman Gen 3.0 Audio and Audio/ Navigation Head Units in certain Subaru vehicles.
  Subaru Retailers · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 10, 2020
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation he…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 3, 2020
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. The exchange program policy can also b…
  15-214-17R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 20, 2019
• "This Service Information Bulletin announces IMPORTANT changes to the parts ordering and Service Procedures for replacement passenger airbag modules and airbag control modules used…
  07-163-19 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Dec 5, 2019
• "This Service Information Bulletin announces IMPORTANT changes to the parts ordering and Service Procedures for replacement passenger airbag modules and airbag control modules used…
  07-163-19 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Dec 5, 2019
• This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Body Integrated Unit (BIU) operation of the automatic door lock (auto-lock / unlock) feature. Currently,…
  07-162-19 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Dec 2, 2019
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to use when diagnosing specific and general audio/sound related concerns. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide-Que…
  15-231-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 18, 2019
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing a customer concern of the display screen being either frozen (unresponsive) or black (blank). Please start by…
  15-228-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Nov 18, 2019
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns of the Navigation systemâ s functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigat…
  15-227-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 18, 2019
• This bulletin provides helpful information about operating conditions observed in the field for Technicians to use when diagnosing customer concerns which may arise while operating…
  15-221-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 18, 2019
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing clock-related customer concerns. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as i…
  15-229-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 15, 2019
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to use when diagnosing concerns of the Apple CarPlay and / or Android Auto feature not connecting or launching properly when a compatib…
  15-220-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 15, 2019
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns involving Bluetooth (BT) functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation…
  15-230-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Nov 15, 2019
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns regarding USB functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Ques…
  15-226-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 15, 2019
• On August 23rd, 2018, the first TomTom map update for Gen 3.0 Harman navigation equipped vehicles was made available. While the map update process is user-friendly, we ask that ret…
  15-254-19 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 8, 2019
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program to update the Harman Kardon head unit on certain vehicles with the latest…
  WUA-86R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 8, 2019
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling 2018 model year Legacy, Outback, and BRZ vehicles equipped with a certain combination of head unit hardware and software, due to the p…
  WTZ-85R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 8, 2019
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling all 2018 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to reprogram the combination meter software to correct an error in the driving range i…
  WTW-82R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 8, 2019
• This Service Information Bulletin provides the answer to potential inquiries regarding the STARLINK app being unable to play music files stored on a customerâ s Android® phone / d…
  15-253-19 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 18, 2019
• This Service Information bulletin provides a procedure to use when diagnosing the infotainment system, a DTC B2242- â UART COMMUNICATIONâ is stored in memory. UART communication oc…
  15-225-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 2, 2019
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation he…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2019
• This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Investigation has identified likely …
  16-103-16R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 26, 2019
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing the following customer co…
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 11, 2019
• "This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Investigation has identified likely…
  16-103-16R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 29, 2019
• This Service Information Bulletin announces a design change to the CVT torque converter assembly made to address a small number of reports describing a squeaking -type sound heard …
  16-124-19 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 26, 2019
• "This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. The exchange program policy can also …
  15-214-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 23, 2019
• "This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing the following customer c…
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 22, 2019
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program to update the Harman head unit on certain vehicles with the latest versio…
  WUA-86R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 29, 2019
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation he…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 26, 2019
• This bulletin provides a procedure for diagnosing and repairing customer concerns of a â poppingâ or â snappingâ -type sound heard when opening the sunroof. The sound may occur whe…
  12-246-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 23, 2019
• This Service Information bulletin announces a change made to the mass damper plate and sub-woofer mounting bolts. The threaded end of the new bolts has been changed to a round type…
  12-268-19 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 22, 2019
• "This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies developed to address the following customer concerns: â ¢ Power windows inoperative from the driverâ s d…
  07-152-19R · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jul 12, 2019
• 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. is recalling 2018 model year Legacy, Outback, and BRZ vehicles equipped with a certain combination of head unit hardware and software, due to the possibilit…
  WTZ-85R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 11, 2019
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the HVAC control panels for the models listed above. The change will address customer concerns of the seat heater switches sticking …
  10-90-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 10, 2019
• In efforts to increase customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is now allowing all retailers to perform a one-time update the head unit software for Harman Gen 3 Audio and N…
  Harman-update-in · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 2, 2019
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program to update the Harman Kardon head unit on certain vehicles with the latest…
  WUA-86R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 27, 2019
• This Service Information bulletin provides new inspection and repair procedures for AVCS (Active Valve Control System) -related DTCs on the FA and FB engine equipped models listed …
  02-163-16R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jun 27, 2019
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation he…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 26, 2019
• This bulletin announces availability of a new heater control assembly to address a small number of customer concerns about peeling of the surface finish / coating. Insufficient cle…
  10-91-19 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 25, 2019
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service campaign for certain 2015-2018 Legacy and Outback 2.5L SULEV vehicles. This campaign involves replacement of the front exha…
  WUB-87 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 28, 2019
• Subarunet Aunouncement: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service campaign/voluntary emissions recall for certain 2015-2018 model year Legacy and Outback SULEV (Supe…
  WUB87-Announceme · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 28, 2019
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling 2018 model year Legacy, Outback, and BRZ vehicles equipped with a certain combination of head unit hardware and software, due to the p…
  WTZ-85R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 23, 2019
• Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.
  Subaru Tech Tips · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 21, 2019
• This bulletin provides helpful information about operating conditions observed in the field for Technicians to use when diagnosing customer concerns which may arise while operating…
  15-221-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 10, 2019
• IMPORTANT: This Service Bulletin has been as been replaced by TSB 15-240-19R entitled ?New Harman Audio Amplifiers?. Please refer to this new bulletin for the latest information re…
  15-217-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 8, 2019
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing the following customer co…
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 8, 2019
• This service bulletin announces availability of the cap portion (a.k.a. spark plug boot) as a service part separate from the complete ignition coil assembly. If the cap portion as …
  07-153-19 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 7, 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
• This bulletin announces part information for new Active Valve Control System (AVCS) oil control solenoid valves (OCV) which contain a redesigned internal oil seal. The new seal wil…
  02-170-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 23, 2019
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing the following customer co…
  15-240-19 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 18, 2019
• This bulletin provides a procedure to help identify the source of a squeaking, creaking or popping -type sound heard coming from the driver?s seat. A change has been made to the Te…
  12-253-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Mar 27, 2019
• This bulletin announces a change to the operating software included in the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) Control Module and Hydraulic Unit (VDCCM&H/U) on the models listed above. T…
  06-70-19 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 18, 2019
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing a customer concern of the display screen being either frozen (unresponsive) or black (blank).
  15-228-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Mar 13, 2019
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling 2018 model year Legacy, Outback, and BRZ vehicles equipped with a certain combination of head unit hardware and software, due to the p…
  15-204-16R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Mar 13, 2019
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling 2018 model year Legacy, Outback, and BRZ vehicles equipped with a certain combination of head unit hardware and software, due to the p…
  WTZ-85R · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Mar 12, 2019
• This Service Information bulletin is in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding the audio unit not being able to play certain types of audio Compact Discs (CDs). …
  15-238-19 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 11, 2019
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing clock-related customer concerns. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as i…
  15-229-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 11, 2019
• This Service Information bulletin provides new inspection and repair procedures for AVCS (Active Valve Control System) -related DTCs on the FA and FB engine equipped models listed …
  02-163-16R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 8, 2019
• This bulletin provides a procedure to follow for addressing customer concerns of a shuddering condition or chattering -type sound heard or felt when making sharp turns. If an appli…
  16-120-19 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 4, 2019
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the HVAC control panels for the models listed above. The change will address customer concerns of the seat heater switches sticking …
  10-90-19 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 28, 2019
• This Service Information bulletin announces a design change made to the rubber timing hole access plug to improve its retention and prevent water intrusion into the converter case.
  02-178-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 22, 2019
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling all 2018 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to reprogram the combination meter software to correct an error in the driving range i…
  WTW-82R · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Feb 21, 2019
• This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Transmission Control Module (TCM) used with the TR580 CVT. Contamination in a fluid pressure solenoid valve …
  16-111-18R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 20, 2019
• This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition …
  16-112-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 20, 2019
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling 2018 model year Legacy, Outback, and BRZ vehicles equipped with a certain combination of head unit hardware and software, due to the p…
  WTZ-85R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 15, 2019
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program to update the Harman Kardon head unit on certain vehicles with the latest…
  WUA-86R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 15, 2019
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the rear ABS wheel speed sensor on the models listed above. The change involves the addition of an additional shielding cover to pro…
  06-69-19R · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Feb 7, 2019
• This bulletin announces a slight design change made to the sealing areas of the wheel hub assemblies for the models as listed above. The change was made to enhance productivity dur…
  05-67-19 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Jan 24, 2019
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigatio…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 22, 2019
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program to update the Harman Kardon head unit on certain vehicles with the latest…
  WUA-86R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 22, 2019
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling 2018 model year Legacy, Outback, and BRZ vehicles equipped with a certain combination of head unit hardware and software, due to the p…
  WTZ-85R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 22, 2019
• This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
  17-17-13R · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 10, 2019
• Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling all 2018 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to reprogram the combination meter software to correct an error in the driving range i…
  WTW-82 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 11, 2018
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigatio…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 5, 2018
• This bulletin provides a procedure to help identify the source of a squeaking, creaking or popping -type sound heard coming from the driver?s seat. A change has been made to the Te…
  12-253-18 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Nov 13, 2018
• This bulletin announces availability of new audio system amplifiers to address the following operating concerns with the Harman Kardon Gen 3 infotainment system: Symptom 1: No audi…
  15-235-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 8, 2018
• Current MY18 Outback & Legacy vehicles on Stop Sale can have the combination meter replaced through the normal United Radio procedures. Due to limited availability, ONLY retailer n…
  WTW-82-combi met · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 8, 2018
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to use when diagnosing concerns of the Apple CarPlay and/or Android Auto feature not connecting or launching properly when a compatible…
  15-220-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 30, 2018
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to use when diagnosing concerns of the Apple CarPlay and/or Android Auto feature not connecting or launching properly when a compatible…
  15-220-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 30, 2018
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. The exchange program policy can also b…
  15-214-17R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 19, 2018
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigatio…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 16, 2018
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigatio…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 16, 2018
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Powertrain Warranty coverage for the Continuously Variable Transmission (CV…
  16-117-18 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 9, 2018
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Powertrain Warranty coverage for the Continuously Variable Transmission (CV…
  16-117-18 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 9, 2018
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigatio…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 21, 2018
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to use when diagnosing concerns of the Apple CarPlay and / or Android Auto feature not connecting or launching properly when a compatib…
  15-220-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 5, 2018
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to use when diagnosing specific and general audio/sound related concerns. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide-Que…
  15-231-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 5, 2018
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns involving Bluetooth (BT) functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation…
  15-230-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 5, 2018
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing clock-related customer concerns. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as i…
  15-229-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 5, 2018
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing a customer concern of the display screen being either frozen (unresponsive) or black (blank). Please start by…
  15-228-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Sep 5, 2018
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns of the Navigation system?s functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigati…
  15-227-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 5, 2018
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns regarding USB functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Ques…
  15-226-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 5, 2018
• This bulletin provides helpful information about operating conditions observed in the field for Technicians to use when diagnosing customer concerns which may arise while operating…
  15-221-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 5, 2018
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigatio…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 27, 2018
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to use when diagnosing specific and general audio/sound related concerns. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide-Que…
  15-231-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 21, 2018
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns involving Bluetooth (BT) functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation…
  15-230-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 21, 2018
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing clock-related customer concerns. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as i…
  15-229-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 21, 2018
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing a customer concern of the display screen being either frozen (unresponsive) or black (blank). Please start by…
  15-228-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 21, 2018
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns of the Navigation system?s functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigati…
  15-227-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 21, 2018
• This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns regarding USB functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Ques…
  15-226-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 21, 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…
  18-194-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 21, 2018
• This Service Information bulletin announces a change made to the trunk hinge mounting bolts. The threaded end of the new flange bolts has been changed to a round type instead of sq…
  12-248-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 9, 2018
• This bulletin provides a service procedure for installation of additional foam packing to enhance performance of the Ambient Air Temperature Sensor. The additional foam better insu…
  02-171-18R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 26, 2018
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigatio…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 25, 2018
• Models with Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler System only. This Service Information bulletin announces a revision to the diagnostic procedure used when diagnosing either DTC B2910 o…
  07-137-18 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jul 24, 2018
• This bulletin provides a procedure for diagnosing and repairing customer concerns of a "popping" or "snapping" -type sound heard when opening the sunroof. The sound may occur when …
  12-246-18 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jul 23, 2018
• This bulletin announces a design change to the EPB adapter cord harness connector. In some cases, the retaining tab of the connector may become damaged as a result of removal or in…
  06-63-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 23, 2018
• This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition …
  16-112-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 21, 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
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigatio…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 4, 2018
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
  15-214-17R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2018
• Retailers must immediately discontinue use of and delete any saved local copies of the BASE Harman Gen 3 audio system update file for 2018 Legacy and Outback named: BASE ? 2018 Leg…
  harman_gen_3_urg · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 29, 2018
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigatio…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 28, 2018
• This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition …
  16-112-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 23, 2018
• 2018 Audio/Navigation Exchange Component Identification and Procedures. This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description …
  15-214-17R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 9, 2018
• This Service Information bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to use when diagnosing concerns of the Apple CarPlay and / or Android Auto feature not connecting or launching prop…
  15-220-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 8, 2018
• This bulletin announces availability of new audio system amplifiers to address the following operating concerns with the Harman Kardon Gen 3 infotainment system: Symptom 1: No audi…
  15-217-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 19, 2018
• This bulletin announces availability of new audio system amplifiers to address the following operating concerns with the Harman Kardon Gen 3 infotainment system: Symptom 1: No audi…
  15-217-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 19, 2018
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigatio…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 15, 2018
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigatio…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 15, 2018
• This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Body Integrated Unit (BIU) and address the following customer concerns: ? If a customer exits the vehicle wi…
  07-124-17R · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Feb 13, 2018
• This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Body Integrated Unit (BIU) and address the following customer concerns: ? If a customer exits the vehicle wi…
  07-124-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 13, 2018
• CVT Transmissions only. This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Transmission Control Module (TCM) used with the TR580 CVT. Contamination in a fluid …
  16-111-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 5, 2018
• CVT Transmissions only. This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Transmission Control Module (TCM) used with the TR580 CVT. Contamination in a fluid …
  16-111-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 5, 2018
• This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Transmission Control Module (TCM) used with the TR580 CVT. Contamination in a fluid pressure solenoid valve …
  16-111-18 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 30, 2018
• This bulletin announces availability of ECM reprogramming files to optimize the ECM. These files will address isolated customer concerns of an engine RPM drop when the A/C system s…
  11-177-18 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 30, 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
• Post launch conditions may occur where certain combinations of inputs result in undesirable outputs. As such it is critical to gather all the details surrounding these events to al…
  hk-questionaire- · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 23, 2018
• The content of this ?Technical Support Guide? is based mostly on the respective region?s owner?s manual supplements for the Gen3.0 infotainment (HARMAN model Navigation/Audio) syst…
  HARMON-TSG · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 15, 2018
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigatio…
  15-211-17R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 19, 2017
• NOTE: The Airbag systems used on previous and current WRX, STI and Tribeca models are NOT equipped with EDR functionality. This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data R…
  17-17-13R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 15, 2017
• This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Body Integrated Unit (BIU) and address the following customer concerns: ? If a customer exits the vehicle wi…
  07-124-17 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 16, 2017
• This Service Information bulletin provides precautions to use when installing the trunk garnish panel located between the combination lamps. If the garnish is not installed properl…
  12-230-17 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 15, 2017
• This bulletin announces part information for new Active Valve Control System (AVCS) oil control solenoid valves (OCV) which contain a redesigned internal oil seal. The new seal wil…
  02-170-17 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 11, 2017
• This bulletin provides a service procedure for addressing customer concerns regarding an uneven gap between the hood and top of the headlamp.
  12-229-17 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Sep 5, 2017
• Note: This is the most accurate information available at the time of printing. Various paint manufacturers designate their own stock numbers and coding information although many of…
  13-100-17 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 10, 2017
• This Service Information bulletin provides new inspection and repair procedures for AVCS (Active Valve Control System) -related DTCs on the FA and FB engine equipped models listed …
  216316 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Aug 12, 2016
• Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info
  0116809R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 17, 2014
• Event Data Recorder (EDR) Function of Airbag Module
  171713R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 20, 2014
• Effective with all 2015 model year cars and forward, the oil change interval is changing to 6,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first.
  Announcements-2 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 7, 2014
• Film residue removal from underside of front seat cushion covers
  12-164-14 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Feb 24, 2014
• EyeSight Acceptable Windshield Repair Areas
  1213712R · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 5, 2013
• ETC (Electronic Toll Collection) Device Mounting Guidelines
  064312R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 5, 2013
• If you encounter a customer complaint of a white residue build up on the rear door partition glass or interior molding, it may be crystallized salt.
  1212711R · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued May 22, 2013
• Oil Filler Cap Gasket Coming Unseated
  0214013 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 25, 2013
• If you have copies of 12-135-12R please discard and refer to 07-72-13 for the latest repair procedure.
  1213512R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 14, 2013
• Puddle Light Recall
  WQE41-1 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 19, 2013
• 6MT Transfer Driven Gear Bearing
  036912R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 11, 2012