2009 SUBARU Impreza

These recalls apply to the make, model, and year of your car – and should be fixed as soon as possible.

15 Recalls for 2009 SUBARU Impreza

Recall Date Component Summary
2020-01-02 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester, 2003-2006 Baja, 2004-2011 Impreza, 2004-2014 WRX (STI included), 2003-2014 Legacy and Outback, and 2005-2006 Saab 9-2X vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or “Zone A.”

These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Remedy:

Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflators with alternate inflators, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Subaru Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Saab owners may contact the Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-955-9007. Subaru’s number for this recall is TKA-20.

2020-01-02 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester, 2003-2006 Baja, 2004-2011 Impreza, 2004-2014 WRX (including STI), 2003-2014 Legacy and Outback, and 2006 Saab 9-2X vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or “Zone B.”

These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Remedy:

Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Saab owners may contact the Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-955-9007. Subaru’s number for this recall is TKB-20.

2020-01-02 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester, 2003-2006 Baja, 2004-2011 Impreza, 2004-2014 WRX (including STI), 2003-2014 Legacy and Outback, and 2005-2006 Saab 9-2X vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or “Zone C.”

These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Remedy:

Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Saab owners may contact the Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-955-9007. Subaru’s number for this recall is TKC-20.

2019-04-11 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, 2008-2011 Impreza vehicles, 2008-2014 WRX vehicles, 2005-2014 Legacy vehicles, 2005-2014 Outback vehicles and 2006-2008 Tribeca vehicles equipped with a mechanical key ignition switch installed as a replacement part. The ball spring inside the switch may break, reducing the strength of the ignition switch. If this occurs, the weight on the key ring and certain road conditions could cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.

Remedy:

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ignition switch, replacing the ignition switch, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 10, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru’s number for this recall is WUF-91.

2019-02-28 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.

Remedy:

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru’s number for this recall is WUE-90.

2018-01-09 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009 Tribeca, Impreza, Forester, WRX, Legacy, and Outback vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Remedy:

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru’s number for this recall is TKC-18.

2018-01-09 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2010 Tribeca, Impreza, Forester, WRX, Legacy, and Outback vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia.

These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Remedy:

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru’s number for this recall is TKB-18.

2018-01-09 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Legacy, Forester, Tribeca, WRX and Outback vehicles, and 2009-2011 Impreza vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Remedy:

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru’s number for this recall is TKA-18.

2017-01-11 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Baja, 2009 Forester, Legacy and Outback and 2006-2009 Impreza (including WRX and STI models) and Tribeca vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia.

These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Remedy:

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger front air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru’s number for this recall is TKB-17.

2017-01-10 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Subaru Baja, 2006-2011 Impreza (including WRX and STI models), 2006-2012 Tribeca, 2009-2012 Forester, Legacy, Outback, and 2012 WRX vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Remedy:

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru’s number for this recall is TKA-17.

2016-10-13 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2008-2014 Impreza vehicles and 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, all equipped with turbo-charged engines. The relay that controls the secondary air injection pump may fail, causing the pump to continuously operate and overheat.

Remedy:

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary air injection pump relay, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru’s number for this recall is WTM-73.

2016-05-25 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Legacy, Outback, 2009-2011 Legacy, Outback, Forester, 2006-2011 Impreza, Tribeca, 2003-2006 Baja, and 2006 Saab 9-2x vehicles originally sold or that have ever been registered in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or “Zone A.”

These vehicles may be equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Remedy:

Subaru will notify their owners. General Motors will notify Saab owners. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 26, 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-856-488-8500. Saab owners may contact GM at 1-800-955-9007. Subaru’s number for this recall is TKA-16.

2014-12-31 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Impreza, 2008-2014 WRX and STI, and 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, currently, or formerly, registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia that were remedied under recall 14V-311 prior to December 23, 2014. The brake lines may experience brake line corrosion due to salt water splashing on the brake lines through a gap in the fuel tank protector.

Remedy:

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will apply an anti-corrosion wax to the four-way joint connector area of the brake line system, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2015. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru’s number for this recall is WQQ-52. Notes: This recall is specific to affected Forester, Impreza, WRX, and STI customers who had their car remedied under NHTSA recall no. 14V-311 prior to December 23, 2014. Subaru has determined that this remedy was inadequate due to incomplete repair instructions provided to dealers. Affected Forester, Impreza, WRX, and STI vehicles that were not repaired under NHTSA recall no. 14V-311 prior to December 23, 2014 will continue to be processed under NHTSA recall no. 14V-311. Affected vehicles not currently, or formerly, registered in the salt belt states identified in this recall are eligible for repair, at no cost to the customer, upon request.

2014-06-10 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Outback and Legacy, 2008-2011 Impreza and 2008-2014 Impreza WRX/STI, and 2009-2013 Forester vehicles, currently, or formerly, registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Salt water could splash on the brake lines through a gap in the fuel tank protector, resulting in excessive corrosion of the brake lines.

Note that affected vehicles not currently, or formerly registered, in the salt belt states identified above are eligible for repair, at no cost to the customer, upon request.

Remedy:

Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will test the brake system by depressing the brake pedal and inspecting for brake fluid leaks. If no brake fluid seepage is observed, the affected areas will be rustproofed with anti-corrosion wax. If brake fluid seepage is observed, the brake lines will be replaced followed by rustproofing with anti-corrosion wax. These services will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 2014 and second notifications will run through November 2014. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru’s recall campaign number is WQK-47. Note: This recall supersedes recall 13V-110 which applied to certain 2005-2009 Legacy/Outback vehicles. Vehicles that were remedied under the previous campaign still need additional areas rust-proofed.

2009-04-02 EQUIPMENT

THULE, INC. IS RECALLING 2,323 OWNER-INSTALLED ROOF-MOUNTED FIT KITS, MODELS 3068 AND 3069, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 1, 2008 AND FEBRUARY 28, 2009 THAT ARE USED WITH THULE PODIUM FOOT PACKS, MODELS 460 AND 460R. THESE FIT KITS WERE SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE BOLT(S) USED TO SECURE THE FOOT TO THE VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED TO A HARDNESS THAT MAY CAUSE THE BOLT(S) TO BE BRITTLE AND POTENTIALLY BREAK UNDER STRESS.

Remedy:

THULE WILL MAIL A RETRO FIT KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS TO OWNERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE APRIL 13, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THULE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-238-2388.

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97 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2009 SUBARU Impreza

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Date Component  
2016-11-04 AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10924231
2016-10-17 POWER TRAIN | STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10916656
2016-10-17 AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10916550
2016-09-20 STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10908342
2017-07-19 ENGINE
ODI Number: 11006477
2017-05-23 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10991117
2017-05-04 ENGINE
ODI Number: 10983545
2017-03-25 STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10968466
2016-09-16 AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10907242
2017-02-03 AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10949214
2017-02-14 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10954468
2020-11-23 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11376570
2016-12-21 AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10936708
2016-12-16 AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10935619
2016-11-28 POWER TRAIN | STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10928209
2016-11-21 STRUCTURE:BODY | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10927318
2020-07-25 POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11341448
2020-07-20 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
ODI Number: 11340432
2020-07-20 POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11340428
2020-04-30 STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 11322790
2020-02-10 ENGINE
ODI Number: 11308352
2020-01-25 STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 11301858
2020-01-05 POWER TRAIN | SERVICE BRAKES | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11297167
2019-12-21 ENGINE | POWER TRAIN | STEERING
ODI Number: 11290613
2019-08-16 AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11244321
2019-10-04 AIR BAGS | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN
ODI Number: 11266416
2019-09-06 SERVICE BRAKES | STRUCTURE:BODY | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11253629
2019-05-10 ENGINE
ODI Number: 11206696
2019-04-19 ENGINE | SERVICE BRAKES | WHEELS
ODI Number: 11197303
2019-07-10 STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 11230815
2019-06-27 ENGINE
ODI Number: 11222896
2019-06-18 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11221050
2019-05-30 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL | ENGINE | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11210876
2018-12-17 STRUCTURE:BODY | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11162011
2018-12-07 POWER TRAIN | STRUCTURE:BODY | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11156870
2018-10-11 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11139652
2018-05-25 ENGINE
ODI Number: 11097978
2018-05-08 POWER TRAIN | SERVICE BRAKES | STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 11092436
2018-04-13 STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 11084885
2019-03-13 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 11186642
2017-11-15 SERVICE BRAKES | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11046181
2017-09-27 AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11030170
2016-07-05 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10882772
2016-04-19 SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10860439
2015-11-07 STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10789044
2015-10-11 POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10781303
2015-09-10 POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10762962
2015-06-16 SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10725535
2015-04-29 AIR BAGS | SEAT BELTS | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10713493
2014-11-21 POWER TRAIN | SERVICE BRAKES | STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10660177
2014-11-06 SERVICE BRAKES | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10652937
2014-09-25 ENGINE
ODI Number: 10638895
2014-09-12 POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10632910
2014-07-30 POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10617772
2014-07-21 SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10615017
2014-05-09 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10587494
2014-04-26 STRUCTURE:BODY | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10585086
2014-02-26 STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10566201
2013-12-27 VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 10557457
2013-11-14 POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10552247
2013-09-20 POWER TRAIN | STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10544591
2013-08-27 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10537522
2013-07-22 POWER TRAIN | STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10526107
2013-07-17 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10525366
2013-06-27 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10522040
2013-05-22 POWER TRAIN | STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10513133
2013-04-29 VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 10509845
2013-03-15 POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10503204
2013-02-26 POWER TRAIN | STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10500506
2012-12-26 ENGINE
ODI Number: 10490147
2012-11-20 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
ODI Number: 10485322
2012-11-02 POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10483214
2012-10-24 POWER TRAIN | SERVICE BRAKES | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10482115
2012-09-30 POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10477991
2012-08-17 POWER TRAIN | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10471317
2012-07-03 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10464138
2012-03-13 POWER TRAIN | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10451567
2012-01-03 STRUCTURE:BODY | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10442157
2011-12-13 POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10439843
2011-09-01 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 10423716
2011-08-01 TIRES
ODI Number: 10416482
2011-07-07 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10410861
2011-07-11 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10411808
2011-02-09 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 10381348
2010-11-30 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 10368314
2010-06-29 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10340582
2010-06-21 POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10339414
2010-05-19 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 10331201
2010-05-11 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 10329826
2010-05-12 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 10330142
2010-04-13 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
ODI Number: 10325431
2010-04-08 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 10324430
2010-03-07 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ODI Number: 10317492
2010-02-28 VISIBILITY
ODI Number: 10314928
2010-02-22 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
ODI Number: 10312781
2009-10-13 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
ODI Number: 10287211
2009-10-20 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
ODI Number: 10289180
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126 Service Alerts for 2009 SUBARU Impreza

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2022-03-18 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 with Harman or Denso CP1 Infotainment).

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2022-02-23 022510 SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE

This bulletin announces the design change of the rear stabilizer bar.

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2021-01-12 101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing.

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2021-01-12 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing.

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2021-01-12 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing.

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2021-08-11 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.

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2021-06-07 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin is to advise of SOA⿿s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.

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2021-06-07 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin is to advise of SOA⿿s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.

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2021-06-17 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models

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2021-06-17 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models

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2017-07-11 063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling 100,127 vehicles including certain 2007-2009 model year Legacy and Outback (turbo models only), 2008-2014 model year Impreza (turbo models only) and 2009-2013 model year Forester (turbo models o

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2014-04-22 125100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

REVISED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE FOR DTCS C1531 AND C0054

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2021-01-12 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing.

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2021-02-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

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 Service Tool.

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2021-02-01 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.

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2021-01-04 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.

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2021-01-04 350000 EQUIPMENT

The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.

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2020-04-30 350000 EQUIPMENT

All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)

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2020-08-26 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models listed.

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2020-08-04 350000 EQUIPMENT

Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.

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2020-08-31 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin announces availability of new master cylinder application shaft seals.

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2019-11-08 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, and WRX vehicles to replace the brake lamp switch. A total of 1,303,530 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2019-11-08 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, and WRX vehicles to replace the brake lamp switch. A total of 1,303,530 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2019-11-08 350000 EQUIPMENT

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, and WRX vehicles to replace the brake lamp switch. A total of 1,303,530 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2020-01-31 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

This bulletin announces availability of a new stop lamp switch for the models listed above equipped with LED – type rear combination lamps.

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2020-01-31 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces availability of a new stop lamp switch for the models listed above equipped with LED – type rear combination lamps.

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2020-02-04 140000 AIR BAGS

SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model year Baja vehicles, 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, 200

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2020-01-15 140000 AIR BAGS

SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model year Baja vehicles, 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, 200

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2020-01-15 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model year Baja vehicles, 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, 200

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2020-01-06 140000 AIR BAGS

Takata Like for Like recalls- TKA20 (Zone A), TKB20 (Zone B), TKC20 (Zone C).

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2020-01-06 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Takata Like for Like recalls- TKA20 (Zone A), TKB20 (Zone B), TKC20 (Zone C).

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2019-04-30 116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Owner Notification, Owners will be notified by first class mail on May 10, 2019. Owners with a valid email address on file will also be notified by email. Subaru retailers with affected vehicles will receive an affected VIN list from their

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2019-04-30 116100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

Owner Notification, Owners will be notified by first class mail on May 10, 2019. Owners with a valid email address on file will also be notified by email. Subaru retailers with affected vehicles will receive an affected VIN list from their

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2019-04-30 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.

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2019-04-30 116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.

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2019-04-30 116100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.

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2019-04-12 116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

New Subaru Safety Recall: WUF-91 Replacement Ignition Switch Recall Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicl

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2019-04-12 116100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

New Subaru Safety Recall: WUF-91 Replacement Ignition Switch Recall Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicl

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2019-03-01 125100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, and WRX vehicles to replace the brake lamp switch. A total of 1,303,530 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2019-05-08 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, and WRX vehicles to replace the brake lamp switch. A total of 1,303,530 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2019-04-24 125000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, and WRX vehicles to replace the brake lamp switch. A total of 1,303,530 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2019-05-06 350000 EQUIPMENT

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 Service Tool.

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2019-07-11 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

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 dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven o

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2019-07-09 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SOA has received multiple requests for additional 83399Fj000rt BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH tools and now has sufficient stock to allow retailers to place orders for single tools.

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2019-07-09 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

SOA has received multiple requests for additional 83399Fj000rt BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH tools and now has sufficient stock to allow retailers to place orders for single tools.

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2019-07-09 125000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

SOA has received multiple requests for additional 83399Fj000rt BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH tools and now has sufficient stock to allow retailers to place orders for single tools.

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2019-07-09 125100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

SOA has received multiple requests for additional 83399Fj000rt BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH tools and now has sufficient stock to allow retailers to place orders for single tools.

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2019-05-21 350000 EQUIPMENT

Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.

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2018-10-26 100000 POWER TRAIN

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases

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2018-10-26 350000 EQUIPMENT

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-10-26 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-10-26 100000 POWER TRAIN

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-10-26 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-04-12 350000 EQUIPMENT

Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Subaru vehicles from the 2000MY to present. This bulletin iden

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-04-12 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Subaru vehicles from the 2000MY to present. This bulletin iden

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-04-12 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Subaru vehicles from the 2000MY to present. This bulletin iden

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-02-06 220000 SEATS

This bulletin announces a design change to the front seat back upholstery retaining hooks (HOOK FLAT MAT). The change is in response to customer concerns of discomfort coming from the center of the seat back and outside bolsters. When a h

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-02-06 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces a design change to the front seat back upholstery retaining hooks (HOOK FLAT MAT). The change is in response to customer concerns of discomfort coming from the center of the seat back and outside bolsters. When a h

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-02-06 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This bulletin announces a design change to the front seat back upholstery retaining hooks (HOOK FLAT MAT). The change is in response to customer concerns of discomfort coming from the center of the seat back and outside bolsters. When a h

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-02-13 160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin announces a design change to the air vent grille located in the lower portion of the trunk (or cargo) area. The shutters of the vent grille are designed to open briefly and relieve cabin pressure when the doors are shut with

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2018-02-13 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This bulletin announces a design change to the air vent grille located in the lower portion of the trunk (or cargo) area. The shutters of the vent grille are designed to open briefly and relieve cabin pressure when the doors are shut with

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2018-02-06 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns. This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface of the rocker cover. The new o-ring utilizes material whic

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2018-02-06 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

This bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns. This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface of the rocker cover. The new o-ring utilizes material whic

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-02-06 220000 SEATS

This bulletin announces a design change to the front seat back upholstery retaining hooks (HOOK FLAT MAT). The change is in response to customer concerns of discomfort coming from the center of the seat back and outside bolsters. When a h

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-02-06 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces a design change to the front seat back upholstery retaining hooks (HOOK FLAT MAT). The change is in response to customer concerns of discomfort coming from the center of the seat back and outside bolsters. When a h

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-02-06 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This bulletin announces a design change to the front seat back upholstery retaining hooks (HOOK FLAT MAT). The change is in response to customer concerns of discomfort coming from the center of the seat back and outside bolsters. When a h

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-02-13 160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin announces a design change to the air vent grille located in the lower portion of the trunk (or cargo) area. The shutters of the vent grille are designed to open briefly and relieve cabin pressure when the doors are shut with

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-02-13 161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

This bulletin announces a design change to the air vent grille located in the lower portion of the trunk (or cargo) area. The shutters of the vent grille are designed to open briefly and relieve cabin pressure when the doors are shut with

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-02-13 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This bulletin announces a design change to the air vent grille located in the lower portion of the trunk (or cargo) area. The shutters of the vent grille are designed to open briefly and relieve cabin pressure when the doors are shut with

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2015-06-17 015100 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP

If you encounter a vehicle that has a groaning type noise coming from the power steering pump when the wheel is turned to the full right or left position when the vehicle is parked, it may be caused by the relief valve vibrating within the

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2015-06-17 350000 EQUIPMENT

If you encounter a vehicle that has a groaning type noise coming from the power steering pump when the wheel is turned to the full right or left position when the vehicle is parked, it may be caused by the relief valve vibrating within the

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-05-17 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

PANASONIC AUDIO SYSTEMS TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

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2018-09-18 125100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

This Service Information 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 to set and result in the related system?s

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-02-06 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

This bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns. This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface of the rocker cover. The new o-ring utilizes material whi

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-06-11 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Service Information 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 and result in the related system?s warni

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2015-04-24 042600 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Annoucment to UPDATE ? Subaru Recall Campaign WQQ?52 Brake Line Corrosion

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2018-01-11 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

( 2017-2018MY Impreza – 5 Dr Only)

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2018-01-24 031000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

This Service Information 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 to set and result in the related system

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-01-24 124000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS

This Service Information 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 to set and result in the related system

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-09-30 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.

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2017-02-06 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2.5 Liter N/A engine only. REVISED. Subaru of America, Inc. has determined that vehicles affected by this Service Program require ECM reprogramming. A modification to the Engine Control Module software logic has been developed to impr

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2017-02-06 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

2.5 Liter N/A engine only. REVISED. Subaru of America, Inc. has determined that vehicles affected by this Service Program require ECM reprogramming. A modification to the Engine Control Module software logic has been developed to impr

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2016-12-27 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the internal contact portion of the oil pressure switch to increase durability

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-06-24 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

(ALL EXCEPT Hybrid Models) REVISED This bulletin announces a design change to the brake light switch (BLS) to reduce the possibility of improper illumination of the ABS and/or VDC warning lamp. In the event a product containing silicone is

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-06-24 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

(ALL EXCEPT Hybrid Models) REVISED This bulletin announces a design change to the brake light switch (BLS) to reduce the possibility of improper illumination of the ABS and/or VDC warning lamp. In the event a product containing silicone is

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-11-16 350000 EQUIPMENT

The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.

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2013-01-17 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2014-10-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

SUBARU: INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT REVISION OF AIR INTAKE DUCT FOR TURBOCHARGER WHERE INSULATOR PORTION OF DUCT SEPARATES FROM DUCT AND LEAKS BOOST PRESSURE, LOSS OF POWER AND INCREASED SOUND LEVELS OCCURS. MODEL 2005-12 LEGACY, OU

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2014-09-02 015300 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID

SUBARU: REPLACING COOLANT PIPING LOCATED ADJACENT TO RADIATOR THAT’S CORRODED AND DAMAGED DUE TO ROAD SALT AND/OR SALT WATER ACCUMULATION AND NEW REPLACEMENT IS DOUBLE THICK TEFLON COATING. MODEL 2009-13 FORESTER AT, 20089-11 IMPREZA AT.

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2014-09-02 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

SUBARU: REPLACING COOLANT PIPING LOCATED ADJACENT TO RADIATOR THAT’S CORRODED AND DAMAGED DUE TO ROAD SALT AND/OR SALT WATER ACCUMULATION AND NEW REPLACEMENT IS DOUBLE THICK TEFLON COATING. MODEL 2009-13 FORESTER AT, 20089-11 IMPREZA AT.

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2014-09-02 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

REPLACEMENT AT OIL COOLER PIPING – THIS BULLETIN WILL PROVIDE INFORMATION REGARDING A CHANGE TO THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AT) FLUID COOLER PIPING AND AN ADDITION TO THE SERVICE PROCEDURE USED DURING THEIR REPLACEMENT.

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2012-10-10 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

SERVICE MANUAL CORRECTIONS – THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE A DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT CHANGES TO SERVICE MANUALS AVAILABLE VIA THE SUBARU TECHNICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM (STIS) WEB SITE.

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2011-01-01 126000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL

SUBARU: TURN SIGNALS MAY BLINK TOO FAST DUE TO TENSION IN THE BULB SOCKET WIRING. 2008-2011 IMPREZZA. *RM

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2013-02-27 114300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING A CHANGE IN PRODUCTION TO THE DESIGN OF THE TRUNK TORSION SPRING MOUNTING BRACKET LOCATED ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE REAR SHELF PANEL. THIS CHANGE WAS MADE TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF NOISE FROM TH

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2013-02-27 350000 EQUIPMENT

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING A CHANGE IN PRODUCTION TO THE DESIGN OF THE TRUNK TORSION SPRING MOUNTING BRACKET LOCATED ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE REAR SHELF PANEL. THIS CHANGE WAS MADE TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF NOISE FROM TH

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2014-09-02 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

SUBARU 2009-2013 MYFORESTER AT MODELS, 2008-2011 MY IMPREZA AT MODELS: BULLETIN INFORMATION INVOLVING REPLACEMENT REQUIRED FOR THE AT OIL COOLER PIPING. *LJ

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2014-07-10 114005 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL

WQK-47 – BRAKE LINE CORROSION PRODUCT CAMPAIGN BULLETIN

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2015-07-06 351130 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:TANK VALVE/GAUGE

IF YOU ENCOUNTER A VEHICLE THAT HAS A GROANING TYPE NOISE COMING FROM THE POWER STEERING PUMP WHEN THE WHEEL IS TURNED TO THE FULL RIGHT OR LEFT POSITION WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PARKED, IT MAY BE CAUSED BY THE RELIEF VALVE VIBRATING WITHIN THE

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2014-01-15 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR HIGH-PITCHED SOUND FROM EXTENSION HOUSING AREA USING LATEST GENERATION PRODUCTION PARTS – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES PRODUCTION CHANGE, REPAIR PROCEDURE AND PARTS INFORMATION TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A HIGH-PITCHED

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2014-09-02 103600 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2015-01-26 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

THIS RECALL IS BEING ISSUED AS A RESULT OF INCOMPLETE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THE IMPREZA AND FORESTER REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR THE WQK-47 BRAKE LINE CORROSION RECALL.

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2014-04-22 032100 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE LIGHT

REVISED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE FOR DTCS C1531 AND C0054

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2014-10-23 010000 STEERING

REVISION TO TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION FOR VDC DTC C0071

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2014-10-23 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

REVISION TO TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION FOR VDC DTC C0071

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2011-02-03 190000 TIRES

SUBARU: THERE IS A STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS DUE TO AN IMPORPER WHEEL BALANCE. *RM

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2015-10-12 125000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE TO BE USED WHEN DIAGNOSING BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH (BLS) -RELATED DTCS C1531 AND/OR C0054. IF THE BLS IS OUT OF ADJUSTMENT, THE ABS AND/OR VDC WARNING LAMP MAY ILLUMINATE.

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2015-02-11 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS ILLUSTRATIONS OF EXCHANGE COMPONENTS AND THEIR MANUFACTURER AS WELL AS A DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPER EXCHANGE PROCEDURE. THE PURPOSE OF REVISING THIS BULLETIN WAS TO CORRECT THE TRIBECA REAR SEAT DVD UNIT PART NUMBERS.

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2013-01-17 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

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 CONTAINED WITHIN THIS BULLETIN ARE TO BE USED AS GUIDES FOR BEC

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2012-12-13 350000 EQUIPMENT

REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR HIGH-PITCHED SOUND FROM EXTENSION HOUSING AREA USING LATEST GENERATION PRODUCTION PARTS

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2014-02-20 101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

SUBARU: THE CUSTIOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF THE INTERMITTENT OPERATION OF THE HILL START ASSIST WARNING LAMP. STORED DTC C0076 WITH DETAIL CODES 2610H AND/OR 2620H. *JS

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2010-06-21 091100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

SUBARU: EVAPORATOR DRAIN HOUSE FREEZING. IT MAY BE DIFFICULT TO FILL THE FUEL TANK AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE THROUGH DEEP SNOW, THERE IS THE POSSIBILITY THAT ICE HAS FORMED IN THE EVAPORATOR DRAIN HOSE. *PE

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2013-02-27 022142 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:HANGER/BRACKET

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2014-02-20 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

HILL START ASSIST (HSA) WARNING LIGHT, DTC C0076 – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF INTERMITTENT OPERATION OF THE HILL START ASSIST WARNING LAMP.

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2014-02-20 350000 EQUIPMENT

HILL START ASSIST (HSA) WARNING LIGHT, DTC C0076 – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF INTERMITTENT OPERATION OF THE HILL START ASSIST WARNING LAMP.

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2014-02-20 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

HILL START ASSIST (HSA) WARNING LIGHT, DTC C0076 – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF INTERMITTENT OPERATION OF THE HILL START ASSIST WARNING LAMP.

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2013-02-07 132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES AN INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS A MISALIGNMENT OF THE REAR UPPER AND LOWER WINDOW SASH WHICH MAY CAUSE THE FRONT DOOR GLASS TO BIND OR MOVE SLOWLY WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING. THIS CONDITION MAY ALSO CAUSE E

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2013-02-07 133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES AN INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS A MISALIGNMENT OF THE REAR UPPER AND LOWER WINDOW SASH WHICH MAY CAUSE THE FRONT DOOR GLASS TO BIND OR MOVE SLOWLY WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING. THIS CONDITION MAY ALSO CAUSE E

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2015-01-26 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS TO ADVISE OF RECALL WQQ-52 BEING ISSUED AS A RESULT OF INCOMPLETE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THE IMPREZA, WRX, STI, AND FORESTER REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR THE WQK-47 BRAKE LINE CORROSION RECALL.

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2015-09-11 350000 EQUIPMENT

THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH ASSEMBLY. NICKEL PLATING HAS BEEN APPLIED TO THE INTERNAL SWITCH CONTACTS TO ENHANCE THEIR DURABILITY AND REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF POOR CONTACT WHICH C

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2012-10-25 147000 AIR BAGS: ALLEGED COUNTERFEIT AIR BAG

SUBARU: INFORMATION BEING PROVIDED REGARDING COUNTERFEIT AIR BAGS, BEING USED AS REPLACEMENT PARTS AND INSTALLED IN CERTAIN VEHICLES. MODELS 2008-2011 LEGACY, OUTBACK, IMPREZA, FORESTER. *PE

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2012-12-03 162510 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2012-12-03 350000 EQUIPMENT

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2012-10-25 162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2012-10-10 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2009-02-11 161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

SUBARU: VEHICLE HAS A WATER LEAK IN THE FRONT DRIVER/PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE, IT MAY BE COMING FROM THE BODY SEAM LOCATED BEHIND THE FRONT INNER FENDER WELL. TO CORRECT THE CONDITION, THE BODY SEAM WILL NEED TO BE SEALED. *PE

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2009-02-11 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

SUBARU: VEHICLE HAS A WATER LEAK IN THE FRONT DRIVER/PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE, IT MAY BE COMING FROM THE BODY SEAM LOCATED BEHIND THE FRONT INNER FENDER WELL. TO CORRECT THE CONDITION, THE BODY SEAM WILL NEED TO BE SEALED. *PE

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2009 SUBARU Impreza

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