2021 SUBARU Forester

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

0 Recalls for 2021 SUBARU Forester

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0 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2021 SUBARU Forester

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15 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2021 SUBARU Forester

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2021-05-10 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
ODI Number: 11415990
2021-05-10 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
ODI Number: 11415990
2021-05-05 VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 11415347
2021-04-30 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
ODI Number: 11414616
2021-05-01 VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 11414759
2021-04-18 VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 11408654
2021-04-10 VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 11407390
2021-04-06 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11406803
2021-04-05 VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 11406508
2021-04-03 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11406235
2021-03-14 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 11402918
2021-03-09 VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 11400019
2021-02-13 VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 11396102
2021-02-07 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11395055
2021-01-21 VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 11389145
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0 Investigations for 2021 SUBARU Forester

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Manufacturers tell dealers about repairs for on your car. But they won’t tell you – unless you know to ask. Knowledge is power.

170 Service Alerts for 2021 SUBARU Forester

Date Description
2022-07-12 100000 POWER TRAIN

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 CVT transmissions used in the models listed.

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

2022-07-12 350000 EQUIPMENT

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 CVT transmissions used in the models listed.

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

2022-07-12 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

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 CVT transmissions used in the models listed.

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

2022-07-11 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 featuring Stolen Vehicle Recovery Plus with Immobilizer.

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

2022-07-11 350000 EQUIPMENT

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 featuring Stolen Vehicle Recovery Plus with Immobilizer.

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

2022-07-11 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

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 featuring Stolen Vehicle Recovery Plus with Immobilizer.

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

2022-07-11 346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

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 featuring Stolen Vehicle Recovery Plus with Immobilizer.

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

2022-07-11 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

The purpose of this Bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming from the timing chain cover, front camshaft cap, camshaft carrier and / or upper oil pan.

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

2022-07-11 350000 EQUIPMENT

The purpose of this Bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming from the timing chain cover, front camshaft cap, camshaft carrier and / or upper oil pan.

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

2022-07-11 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

The purpose of this Bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming from the timing chain cover, front camshaft cap, camshaft carrier and / or upper oil pan.

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

2022-07-05 020000 SUSPENSION

This bulletin announces a design change made to the front stabilizer bushings.

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

2022-07-05 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This bulletin announces a design change made to the front stabilizer bushings.

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

2022-06-27 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.

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

2022-06-27 350000 EQUIPMENT

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 Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.

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

2022-06-27 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Service Bulletin is to inform you of the diagnosis procedure of the Harman Infotainment System when DTC B2255 is detected.

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2022-06-27 350000 EQUIPMENT

This Service Bulletin is to inform you of the diagnosis procedure of the Harman Infotainment System when DTC B2255 is detected.

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

2022-06-14 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin announces availability of new reprograming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM).

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

2022-06-14 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces availability of new reprograming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM).

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

2022-06-14 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

This bulletin announces a design change made to the rear gate stay assemblies.

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2022-06-14 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces a design change made to the rear gate stay assemblies.

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2022-05-12 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin announces availability of new reprograming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM).

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

2022-05-12 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces availability of new reprograming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM).

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

2022-05-09 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces the Service Manual correction for the diagnostic trouble tree for DTC B281C.

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2022-05-09 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces the Service Manual correction for the diagnostic trouble tree for DTC B281C.

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

2022-05-17 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 Navigation head units.

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

2022-04-06 350000 EQUIPMENT

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.

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

2022-04-27 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files for the Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) system.

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

2022-04-27 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files for the Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) system.

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

2022-04-27 280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files for the Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) system.

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

2022-04-26 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces the design change made to the side cowl panels.

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

2022-03-15 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files for the Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) system.

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

2022-03-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files for the Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) system.

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

2022-03-15 280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files for the Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) system.

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

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).

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

2022-03-02 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.

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

2021-09-24 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces the design changes made to the A-pillar trim panels and their associated retaining (tether) clips.

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

2021-09-22 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement (when applicable) of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM) along with a new claim submission requirement.

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

2021-09-20 350000 EQUIPMENT

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 Navigation head units.

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

2021-09-20 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.

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

2021-09-24 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers).

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

2022-01-03 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

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

2022-01-02 350000 EQUIPMENT

This Bulletin announces design changes to the engine oil and CVT fluid drain plugs.

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

2022-02-28 063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)

This bulletin announces availability of a new thermo control valve assembly.

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

2022-02-23 100000 POWER TRAIN

WRK-21 CVT Chain Guide Breakage Recall – Customer communications and rental.

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

2022-02-11 130000 VISIBILITY

This bulletin announces the design change to the front window channel running channel seals.

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

2022-02-28 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides helpful tips to better utilize the Subaru Select Monitor 4.

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2022-02-28 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides helpful tips to better utilize the Subaru Select Monitor 4.

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

2022-02-08 100000 POWER TRAIN

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 CVT transmissions.

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

2022-01-03 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

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

2022-01-03 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

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

2022-01-10 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

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 CVT transmissions.

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

2022-01-10 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

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 CVT transmissions.

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

2022-01-13 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.

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

2022-01-13 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.

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

2022-01-02 061571 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:SUMP/TANK:DRAIN PLUG

This Bulletin announces design changes to the engine oil and CVT fluid drain plugs.

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

2022-01-14 100000 POWER TRAIN

This bulletin provides a repair procedure for R152 type rear differentials.

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

2021-12-08 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Map Data Update Procedure for Harman Gen 3.1 Navigation Equipped Head Units.

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

2021-12-06 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 Navigation head units.

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

2021-12-06 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces the design change of the expansion valve.

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2021-12-06 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces the design change of the expansion valve.

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2021-12-29 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.

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

2021-12-21 020000 SUSPENSION

This bulletin announces a design change made to the front stabilizer bushings.

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

2021-12-15 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.

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

2021-12-15 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.

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

2021-11-15 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces a design change made to the evaporator core insulation.

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2021-11-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces a design change made to the evaporator core insulation.

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

2021-11-02 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides insight in response to both customer and retailer feedback resulting from the use of OBD-II port connected devices.

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

2021-11-02 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides insight in response to both customer and retailer feedback resulting from the use of OBD-II port connected devices.

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

2021-10-28 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.

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

2021-10-15 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides a new flow chart and additional diagnostic tools to assist technicians with troubleshooting DTC P0841- SECONDARY OIL PRESSURE SENSOR PERFORMANCE.

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

2021-10-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides a new flow chart and additional diagnostic tools to assist technicians with troubleshooting DTC P0841- SECONDARY OIL PRESSURE SENSOR PERFORMANCE.

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

2021-10-08 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces the availability of diagnostic information regarding accessory remote engine start systems.

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

2021-10-07 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin announces an additional service procedure for timing chain and / or cam sprocket replacement on FA and FB type engines.

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

2021-10-07 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces an additional service procedure for timing chain and / or cam sprocket replacement on FA and FB type engines.

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

2021-02-17 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces a change made to the MFD software to keep the affected units listed below compliant with Apple® CarPlay® certification.

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

2021-02-17 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This bulletin announces a change made to the MFD software to keep the affected units listed below compliant with Apple® CarPlay® certification.

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

2021-02-17 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

This bulletin announces the upcoming issuance to all retailers of an essential tool update kit for the Engine Support Assembly Kit #J-50135-A.

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

2021-02-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

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 Navigation head units.

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

2021-02-05 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.

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

2021-02-23 350000 EQUIPMENT

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 TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions.

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

2021-02-23 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

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 TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions.

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

2021-09-24 160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin announces the design changes made to the A-pillar trim panels and their associated retaining (tether) clips.

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

2021-09-22 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement (when applicable) of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM) along with a new claim submission requirement.

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

2021-09-20 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces a design change made to the outer hinge cover on the driver⿿s 10-way adjustable power seats.

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

2021-09-20 220000 SEATS

This bulletin announces a design change made to the outer hinge cover on the driver⿿s 10-way adjustable power seats.

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

2021-09-20 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 Navigation head units.

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

2021-09-20 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.

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

2021-09-24 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers).

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

2021-09-24 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers).

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

2021-09-08 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides additional information for the diagnostic procedures concerning measurement of dark current (a.k.a. standby current).

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

2021-01-14 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM). This update is applicable to all models equipped with a STARLINK Telematics System.

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

2021-01-18 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces a design change made to the outer hinge cover on the driver⿿s 10-way adjustable power seats.

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

2021-01-14 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides an overview and basic instructions for use of the ⿿Destination to Vehicle⿝ feature of the Gen 2 Telematics system.

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

2021-01-14 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information related to the telematics system’s Automatic Collision Notification (ACN) and Advanced Automatic Collision Notification (AACN) feature operation, diagnostic tips, and best practices.

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

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.

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

2021-08-02 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

This bulletin announces the service procedure for addressing possible water entry into the interior from the door(s) area.

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

2021-08-02 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces the service procedure for addressing possible water entry into the interior from the door(s) area.

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

2021-08-23 350000 EQUIPMENT

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

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

2021-08-30 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers).

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

2021-08-30 081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers).

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

2021-08-31 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides additional information for the diagnostic procedures concerning measurement of dark current (standby current).

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

2021-08-31 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides additional information for the diagnostic procedures concerning measurement of dark current (standby current).

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

2021-07-28 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 Navigation head units.

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

2021-07-28 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin announces the availability of NEW reprogramming files to correct DTC P0128.

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

2021-07-28 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces the availability of NEW reprogramming files to correct DTC P0128.

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

2021-07-30 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides additional information for the diagnostic procedures concerning measurement of Dark Current (a.k.a. Standby Current).

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

2021-07-22 100000 POWER TRAIN

Diagnostic Information for Alleged Chain Slip Condition on TR580 / TR690 Transmissions.

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2020-12-14 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information related to error code(s) 202 and/or 204 generated during the Gen 2 telematics subscription process.

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2020-12-14 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information related to error code(s) 202 and/or 204 generated during the Gen 2 telematics subscription process.

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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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2021-06-08 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.

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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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2021-06-29 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces availability of a new reinforcement bracket for the seat position memory switch.

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2021-06-29 220000 SEATS

This bulletin announces availability of a new reinforcement bracket for the seat position memory switch.

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2021-06-28 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers).

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2021-06-07 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin outlines changes in the service procedure for replacement of the Power Rear Gate control module.

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2021-06-07 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

This bulletin outlines changes in the service procedure for replacement of the Power Rear Gate control module.

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2021-06-01 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin outlines changes in the service procedure for engine oil pressure inspection.

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2021-05-21 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components.

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2021-05-05 350000 EQUIPMENT

Description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.

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2021-04-21 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides additional procedures and a detailed flow chart to use when diagnosing customer concerns regarding operation of the STARLINK RES feature.

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2021-04-09 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces availability of new audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.

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2021-04-16 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

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2021-04-27 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces a design change made to the TPMS valve assemblies.

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2021-04-27 200000 WHEELS

This bulletin announces a design change made to the TPMS valve assemblies.

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2021-03-10 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides additional diagnostics and new part availability information for the Seat Memory Control Module.

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2021-03-10 220000 SEATS

This bulletin provides additional diagnostics and new part availability information for the Seat Memory Control Module.

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2021-03-04 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

This bulletin announces a design change made to the front hood lock (latch) assembly.

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2020-12-29 350000 EQUIPMENT

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.

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

2020-12-21 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

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 Navigation head units.

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

2021-02-23 100000 POWER TRAIN

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 TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions.

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

2021-02-17 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces a change made to the MFD software to keep the affected units listed below compliant with Apple® CarPlay® certification.

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2021-02-17 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces the upcoming issuance to all retailers of an essential tool update kit for the Engine Support Assembly Kit #J-50135-A.

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2021-02-10 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 Navigation head units.

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

2021-02-05 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.

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

2021-01-14 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information related to error code 202 and/or 204 generated during the Gen 2 Telematics subscription process. This bulletin is applicable to all 2019-2021MY vehicles equipped with a Gen. 2 Telematics System.

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2021-01-14 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM). This update is applicable to all models equipped with a STARLINK Telematics System.

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2021-01-18 220000 SEATS

This bulletin announces a design change made to the outer hinge cover on the driver⿿s 10-way adjustable power seats.

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2021-01-14 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides an overview and basic instructions for use of the ⿿Destination to Vehicle⿝ feature of the Gen 2 Telematics system.

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2021-01-14 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2 Telematics system equipped Subaru.

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2021-01-14 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information related to the telematics system’s Automatic Collision Notification (ACN) and Advanced Automatic Collision Notification (AACN) feature operation, diagnostic tips, and best practices.

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2021-01-14 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin has been developed for use as a quick reference tool to aid in diagnosing operational concerns of the Gen 2 Telematics system’s remote access features.

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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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2021-01-28 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces availability of a new variable displacement type A/C compressor designed to address a small number of customer concerns regarding an excessive sound heard when the system is OFF.

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2020-11-09 100000 POWER TRAIN

This Service Information Bulletin provides corrected diagnostics containing a revised flow for certain CVT solenoid related DTCs.

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2020-12-31 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Service Information Bulletin provides a remedy procedure to use when a communication error message appears during Subaru Select Monitor (SSM) diagnosis of the DMS.

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2020-12-29 100000 POWER TRAIN

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.

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

2020-12-21 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 Navigation head units.

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

2021-01-07 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reprogramming File Availability for Optimization of Harman Gen 3.1 and Gen 3.1α Audio and Navigation Head Units.

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

2021-01-07 350000 EQUIPMENT

Reprogramming File Availability for Optimization of Harman Gen 3.1 and Gen 3.1α Audio and Navigation Head Units.

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

2021-01-14 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides insight in response to both customer and retailer feedback resulting from the use of OBD-II port connected devices.

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

2021-01-18 100000 POWER TRAIN

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 CVT transmissions.

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

2020-09-22 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Update your STARLINK Multimedia Software and Navigation Maps.

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2020-09-22 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Update for STARLINK Multimedia Software. (with 7-inch or 8-inch display)

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2020-08-10 160000 STRUCTURE

2021 MY Paint Coding Information.

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2020-09-22 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimized efficiency.

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

2020-09-22 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimized efficiency.

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

2020-09-09 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

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

2020-09-09 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

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

2020-10-13 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

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

2020-10-13 350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

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

2020-10-13 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

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

2020-10-13 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Service Information Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures for TPMS related DTC C2921 on the applicable models listed.

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

2020-10-13 199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

This Service Information Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures for TPMS related DTC C2921 on the applicable models listed.

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2020-08-04 350000 EQUIPMENT

Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.

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2020-10-26 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Service Information Bulletin provides corrected and updated procedures to follow when replacing the combination meter assembly.

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2020-10-26 350000 EQUIPMENT

This Service Information Bulletin provides corrected and updated procedures to follow when replacing the combination meter assembly.

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