TSB List for the 2016 Subaru Outback

Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 Outback are official communications between Subaru & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

  • STEERING
  • ENGINE (PWS)
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
  • FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
  • FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY
  • POWER TRAIN
  • POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
  • VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
  • VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
  • VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
  • SEAT BELTS
  • STRUCTURE
  • STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
  • STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
  • STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
  • STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
  • LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
  • TIRES
  • TIRES:TREAD/BELT
  • WHEELS
  • SEATS
  • SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
  • EQUIPMENT
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
  • EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
  • EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
  • STEERING

    • TSB #WTD-65

      Date Announced:
      JUN 08, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120973

      PRODUCT CAMPAIGN BULLETIN - Inspection and Repair Procedure for Stop Sale / Recall Campaign WTD-65: Steering Column Read More »

    • TSB #WTD-65R

      Date Announced:
      JUN 08, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120974

      REPAIR PROCEDURE - This Service Procedure provides an inspection method for identification of affected vehicles and if determined necessary, additional steps for replacing the steering column assembly. Read More »

    ENGINE (PWS)

    • TSB #02-168-17

      Date Announced:
      JUN 15, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10117529

      This Service Information bulletin announces a material change to the engine accessory drive / v-belt made to address customer concerns of a slipping belt (squeal or chirping) sound. Read More »

    • TSB #16-99-16

      Date Announced:
      FEB 29, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10087242

      "THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF REPROGRAMMING FILES TO OPTIMIZE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) OPERATION AND ADDRESS THE FOLLOWING CUSTOMER CONCERNS: ? ENGINE RPM ?FLARE? (SHARP RPM INCREASE WHEN CVT ?DOWNSHIFTS?) WHEN USING ... Read More »

    • TSB #07-89-15R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 04, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10081068

      "IF YOU RECEIVE A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A NO CRANK / NO START CONDITION DURING VERY COLD TEMPERATURES, THE IG1, IG2, ACC1, ACC2 AND/OR THE EGI MAIN RELAYS MAY BE THE ROOT CAUSE AND REQUIRE REPLACEMENT. Read More »

    • TSB #02-162-15

      Date Announced:
      SEP 10, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093067

      "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 ... Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #02-164-16

      Date Announced:
      DEC 27, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111069

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

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS

    • TSB #02-168-17

      Date Announced:
      JUN 15, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10117529

      This Service Information bulletin announces a material change to the engine accessory drive / v-belt made to address customer concerns of a slipping belt (squeal or chirping) sound. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

    • TSB #09-66-16

      Date Announced:
      DEC 29, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111070

      This bulletin announces a change in the production procedure for the rear muffler assembly. Spot-weld locations securing the outer shell portion have been changed to improve overall rigidity. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

    • TSB #09-66-16

      Date Announced:
      DEC 29, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111070

      This bulletin announces a change in the production procedure for the rear muffler assembly. Spot-weld locations securing the outer shell portion have been changed to improve overall rigidity. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

    • TSB #09-61-15R

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094221

      "THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE FUEL FILLER DOOR (SAUCER) ASSEMBLY TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF IT BEING DIFFICULT TO OPEN AND / OR CLOSE. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY

    • TSB #09-63-16

      Date Announced:
      FEB 05, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10084125

      THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN SERVES AS A REMINDER TO ALWAYS FOLLOW THE PROPER PROCEDURES WHEN DIAGNOSIS OF A DTC B1500 LEADS TO REPLACEMENT OF A FAULTY MAIN AND / OR SUB FUEL LEVEL SENSOR. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #16-103-16R

      Date Announced:
      APR 20, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111086

      This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Read More »

    • TSB #16-104-17R

      Date Announced:
      MAR 30, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111084

      This bulletin provides a diagnostic procedure along with Transmission Control Module (TCM) reprogramming files to address isolated customer concerns of a "bump" feeling from the CVT. Read More »

    • TSB #16-103-16

      Date Announced:
      DEC 14, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111066

      Only Models Equipped with TR690 CVT only. This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Read More »

    • TSB #16-99-16

      Date Announced:
      FEB 29, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120968

      This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize transmission control module (TCM) operation and address the following customer concerns: ? Engine RPM ?flare? (sharp RPM increase when CVT ?downshifts?) when using ... Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #16-97-15

      Date Announced:
      NOV 04, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093861

      THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSING A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A DELAYED AND / OR HARSH ENGAGEMENT OF THE CVT (MODEL TR580) WHEN SHIFTING INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE FROM NEUTRAL. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #16-103-16R

      Date Announced:
      APR 20, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111086

      This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Read More »

    • TSB #16-103-16

      Date Announced:
      DEC 14, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111066

      Only Models Equipped with TR690 CVT only. This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Read More »

    • TSB #16-102-16

      Date Announced:
      JUL 11, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111091

      TSB: All Models Equipped with CVT Transmissions. This Service Information bulletin provides a new flow chart and additional diagnostic tools to assist Technicians with troubleshooting DTC P0841- SECONDARY OIL PRESSURE SENSOR PERFORMANCE. Read More »

    • TSB #03-67-12R

      Date Announced:
      SEP 28, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093129

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. HAS EXTENDED THE AVAILABILITY OF REMANUFACTURED CVT TRANSMISSIONS TO INCLUDE CROSSTREK, FORESTER AND IMPREZA APPLICATIONS. Read More »

    • TSB #WQU-56R

      Date Announced:
      SEP 15, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093113

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SUBARU) IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2015 AND 2016 MODEL YEAR LEGACY AND OUTBACK VEHICLES. Read More »

    • TSB #03-69-12R

      Date Announced:
      DEC 11, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10065090

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    • TSB #16-104-17R

      Date Announced:
      MAR 30, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111084

      This bulletin provides a diagnostic procedure along with Transmission Control Module (TCM) reprogramming files to address isolated customer concerns of a "bump" feeling from the CVT. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

    • TSB #WQV-57

      Date Announced:
      DEC 09, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094232

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SUBARU) IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2016 MODEL YEAR SUBARU LEGACY AND OUTBACK VEHICLES TO INSPECT AND POSSIBLY TIGHTEN OR REPLACE THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE PROPELLER SHAFT TO THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #11-174-17R

      Date Announced:
      AUG 08, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10117543

      This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the ECM and address the following customer concerns: * Check Engine light coming on (with DTC P05A0 stored in memory). Read More »

    • TSB #11-174-17R

      Date Announced:
      JUN 23, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10117535

      This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the ECM and address the following customer concerns: * Check Engine light coming on (with DTC P05A0 stored in memory). Read More »

    • TSB #15-196-16R

      Date Announced:
      APR 25, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111085

      ONLY 2016-2017MY: Those Models equipped with STARLINK Telematics. Provisioning is the process by which the DCM receives the subscription request and activates the related DCM features requested as outlined in the specific subscription ... Read More »

    • TSB #07-114-16

      Date Announced:
      OCT 13, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120986

      This bulletin announces availability of a new power seat memory control module designed to address customer concerns of the seat memory feature not operating properly. Read More »

    • TSB #12-208-16

      Date Announced:
      OCT 06, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120988

      This bulletin announces availability of new rear gate (PRG) stays designed to address customer concerns of other than expected PRG operation. Read More »

    • TSB #15-196-16R

      Date Announced:
      JUL 13, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111092

      TSB: Only those models equipped with Starlink Telematics. Data Communication Module (DCM) Procedures for Provisioning Failure, Inspection / Repair. Read More »

    • TSB #15-194-16

      Date Announced:
      FEB 29, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120967

      This bulletin announces availability of an enhanced audio system power amplifier which contains software to address customer concerns of voice guidance instructions (words) being cut short or cut off. Read More »

    • TSB #16-99-16

      Date Announced:
      FEB 29, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120968

      This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize transmission control module (TCM) operation and address the following customer concerns: ? Engine RPM ?flare? (sharp RPM increase when CVT ?downshifts?) when using ... Read More »

    • TSB #07-89-15R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 04, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10074609

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    • TSB #18-182-15

      Date Announced:
      AUG 21, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10092526

      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. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

    • TSB #11-174-17R

      Date Announced:
      AUG 08, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10117543

      This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the ECM and address the following customer concerns: * Check Engine light coming on (with DTC P05A0 stored in memory). Read More »

    • TSB #11-174-17R

      Date Announced:
      JUN 23, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10117535

      This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the ECM and address the following customer concerns: * Check Engine light coming on (with DTC P05A0 stored in memory). Read More »

    • TSB #07-106-16

      Date Announced:
      FEB 08, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10084142

      THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A CHANGE TO THE BATTERY SENSOR TO PREVENT UNNECESSARY OCCURRENCE OF DTC P1C00 BEING SET / STORED IN THE ECM MEMORY. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

    • TSB #07-89-15R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 04, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10081068

      "IF YOU RECEIVE A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A NO CRANK / NO START CONDITION DURING VERY COLD TEMPERATURES, THE IG1, IG2, ACC1, ACC2 AND/OR THE EGI MAIN RELAYS MAY BE THE ROOT CAUSE AND REQUIRE REPLACEMENT. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    • TSB #15-205-16R

      Date Announced:
      MAR 31, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111083

      This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving "Gen 2" F10 Navigation and Display Audio ... Read More »

    • TSB #15-198-16R

      Date Announced:
      JUL 08, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111103

      This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address a group of operational concerns received from the field listed below involving "Gen 2" F10 Navigation and Display Audio units with ... Read More »

    • TSB #15-198-16R

      Date Announced:
      JUN 22, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120981

      Revised TSB: This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address a group of operational concerns received from the field listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display ... Read More »

    • TSB #15-194-16

      Date Announced:
      FEB 29, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10087241

      "THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF AN ENHANCED AUDIO SYSTEM POWER AMPLIFIER WHICH CONTAINS SOFTWARE TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF VOICE GUIDANCE INSTRUCTIONS (WORDS) BEING CUT SHORT OR CUT OFF. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

    • TSB #WEA

      Date Announced:
      NOV 19, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093902

      IN AN EFFORT TO CLARIFY INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THE WINDSHIELD WARRANTY EXTENSION TSB #12‐192‐15 DATED 10/12/2015, PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING:  REPAIRS COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY EXTENSION ARE NOT SUBJECT TO THE ... Read More »

    • TSB #12-192-15R

      Date Announced:
      NOV 19, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093903

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SOA) QUALITY ASSURANCE HAS IDENTIFIED AN INCREASE IN THE NUMBER OF CRACKED WINDSHIELDS ON SOME 2015 AND 2016MY LEGACY AND OUTBACK MODELS. Read More »

    • TSB #12-192-15

      Date Announced:
      OCT 26, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093649

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SOA) QUALITY ASSURANCE HAS IDENTIFIED AN INCREASE IN THE NUMBER OF CRACKED WINDSHIELDS ON SOME 2015 AND 2016MY LEGACY AND OUTBACK MODELS. Read More »

    • TSB #WE

      Date Announced:
      OCT 26, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093650

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. WILL BE ISSUING A WARRANTY EXTENSION TO ADDRESS CRACKS OR BREAKAGE IN THE DEICER AREA OF THE WINDSHIELD ON 2015 AND EARLY PRODUCTION 2016 LEGACY AND OUTBACK MODELS EQUIPPED WITH THE ALL WEATHER PACKAGE THAT ... Read More »

    VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

    • TSB #12-176-14R

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093641

      THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A SERVICE PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF A WIND RUSHING-TYPE SOUND WHICH SEEMS TO COME FROM THE FRONT DOOR GLASS SASH AREA. CUSTOMERS MAY REPORT A CONCERN WITH ONE OR BOTH FRONT DOORS. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

    • TSB #12-195-15

      Date Announced:
      DEC 14, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094342

      SHOULD YOU RECEIVE A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF VIBRATION OR LOOSENESS IN EITHER OF THE DOOR MIRRORS, A DESIGN CHANGE HAS BEEN MADE TO THE 3 MIRROR HEAD MOUNTING HOLES IN THE MOUNTING BASE. Read More »

    SEAT BELTS

    • TSB #12-203-16

      Date Announced:
      JUL 14, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111093

      This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame. Read More »

    STRUCTURE

    • TSB #12-218-17

      Date Announced:
      MAR 30, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111081

      This bulletin provides supplemental information and an inspection point to use when diagnosing a wind rushing sound concern that persists on vehicles: * past the production change provided in TSB 12-176-14R, dated 10/28/2015 or * which ... Read More »

    • TSB #12-135-12R

      Date Announced:
      MAR 14, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10065124

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

    • TSB #12-218-17

      Date Announced:
      MAR 30, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111081

      This bulletin provides supplemental information and an inspection point to use when diagnosing a wind rushing sound concern that persists on vehicles: * past the production change provided in TSB 12-176-14R, dated 10/28/2015 or * which ... Read More »

    • TSB #12-185-15R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 07, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10081075

      THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REPAIR PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS A WIND RUSHING AND / OR FLUTTERING-TYPE SOUND ORIGINATING FROM THE ?B? PILLAR AREA OF THE VEHICLE. Read More »

    • TSB #12-195-15

      Date Announced:
      DEC 14, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094342

      SHOULD YOU RECEIVE A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF VIBRATION OR LOOSENESS IN EITHER OF THE DOOR MIRRORS, A DESIGN CHANGE HAS BEEN MADE TO THE 3 MIRROR HEAD MOUNTING HOLES IN THE MOUNTING BASE. Read More »

    • TSB #09-61-15R

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094221

      "THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE FUEL FILLER DOOR (SAUCER) ASSEMBLY TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF IT BEING DIFFICULT TO OPEN AND / OR CLOSE. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE

    • TSB #12-196-15

      Date Announced:
      DEC 16, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094361

      THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN PROVIDES DESIGN CHANGE INFORMATION REGARDING THE REAR GATE PANEL ASSEMBLY, THE REAR SPOILER ASSEMBLY AND THEIR INTERCHANGEABILITY. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

    • TSB #12-219-17

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111089

      This bulletin provides new part information and an identification procedure to address a small number of vehicles identified with a sticking secondary hood latch mechanism. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

    • TSB #12-216-17

      Date Announced:
      MAR 21, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111080

      This bulletin announces a design change to the roof rail assemblies. This change has been made in response to isolated customer concerns of a visible gap between the base portion of the rail assembly and the roof panel as shown in the ... Read More »

    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

    • TSB #12-219-17

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111089

      This bulletin provides new part information and an identification procedure to address a small number of vehicles identified with a sticking secondary hood latch mechanism. Read More »

    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL

    • TSB #16-99-16

      Date Announced:
      FEB 29, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10087242

      "THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF REPROGRAMMING FILES TO OPTIMIZE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) OPERATION AND ADDRESS THE FOLLOWING CUSTOMER CONCERNS: ? ENGINE RPM ?FLARE? (SHARP RPM INCREASE WHEN CVT ?DOWNSHIFTS?) WHEN USING ... Read More »

    TIRES

    • TSB #05-55-13

      Date Announced:
      AUG 19, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10092164

      THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING A RUNNING CHANGE TO THE TIRES BEING USED IN PRODUCTION ON 2013MY AND LATER OUTBACK. THE ILLUSTRATIONS BELOW ARE PROVIDED FOR REFERENCE. Read More »

    TIRES:TREAD/BELT

    WHEELS

    • TSB #15-192-16

      Date Announced:
      JAN 14, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10075064

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    • TSB #15-192-16

      Date Announced:
      JAN 14, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10081080

      THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A SERVICE PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF LOOSE OR GAPPING ACCESSORY FRONT WHEEL ARCH MOLDING(S) (E201SAL000 MOLDING KIT). Read More »

    SEATS

    • TSB #07-114-16R

      Date Announced:
      AUG 28, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10117542

      This bulletin announces availability of a new power seat memory control module designed to address customer concerns of the seat memory feature not operating properly. Read More »

    • TSB #07-114-16

      Date Announced:
      OCT 13, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120986

      This bulletin announces availability of a new power seat memory control module designed to address customer concerns of the seat memory feature not operating properly. Read More »

    • TSB #12-206-16

      Date Announced:
      JUL 28, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111101

      All Models Listed with Seat Lifter Feature. This bulletin provides a procedure to address a customer reported cosmetic condition of surface rust appearing on the inner seat cushion frame of the front seat assemblies. Read More »

    • TSB #12-164-14

      Date Announced:
      FEB 24, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10067867

      FILM RESIDUE REMOVAL FROM UNDERSIDE OF FRONT SEAT CUSHION COVERS Read More »

    SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

    • TSB #07-114-16R

      Date Announced:
      AUG 28, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10117542

      This bulletin announces availability of a new power seat memory control module designed to address customer concerns of the seat memory feature not operating properly. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #15-207-16

      Date Announced:
      NOV 30, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121001

      This bulletin announces a design change to the USB connector inside the USB-AUX unit to address customer concerns of the USB cable becoming stuck and / or difficult to remove. Read More »

    • TSB #15-198-16R

      Date Announced:
      NOV 21, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121002

      IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the extensive revisions made to the information originally contained in this bulletin, a new bulletin, 15-205-16 has been issued. Please refer to this new bulletin for the latest information regarding this condition. Read More »

    • TSB #15-205-16

      Date Announced:
      NOV 21, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121005

      This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio ... Read More »

    • TSB #01-168-09R

      Date Announced:
      NOV 16, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120997

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

    • TSB #15-198-16R

      Date Announced:
      JUN 22, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120981

      Revised TSB: This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address a group of operational concerns received from the field listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display ... Read More »

    • TSB #15-194-16

      Date Announced:
      FEB 29, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120967

      This bulletin announces availability of an enhanced audio system power amplifier which contains software to address customer concerns of voice guidance instructions (words) being cut short or cut off. Read More »

    • TSB #09-61-15R

      Date Announced:
      DEC 17, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094364

      THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE FUEL FILLER DOOR (SAUCER) ASSEMBLY TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF IT BEING DIFFICULT TO OPEN AND / OR CLOSE. Read More »

    • TSB #07-103-15

      Date Announced:
      DEC 16, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094362

      THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A NEW REQUIREMENT REGARDING ONE-TIME USE PARTS WHICH MUST REPLACED WHENEVER DISCONNECTING OR REPLACING THE PRG ROD. Read More »

    • TSB #WQV57U

      Date Announced:
      DEC 10, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094261

      UPDATE - SUBARU RECALL CAMPAIGN: WQV57 PROPELLER SHAFT ATTACHING BOLT TORQUE ? OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTERS WILL BE MAILED TODAY ? AFFECTED VIN LISTS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED TO THE REGIONAL OFFICES ? EMAILS WILL BE SENT TO OWNERS WITH A ... Read More »

    • TSB #WQV-57

      Date Announced:
      DEC 09, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094232

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SUBARU) IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2016 MODEL YEAR SUBARU LEGACY AND OUTBACK VEHICLES TO INSPECT AND POSSIBLY TIGHTEN OR REPLACE THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE PROPELLER SHAFT TO THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL. Read More »

    • TSB #09-61-15

      Date Announced:
      NOV 24, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093911

      THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE FUEL FILLER DOOR (SAUCER) ASSEMBLY TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF IT BEING DIFFICULT TO OPEN AND / OR CLOSE. Read More »

    • TSB #WQV-57

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093908

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SUBARU) IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2016 MODEL YEAR SUBARU LEGACY AND OUTBACK VEHICLES TO INSPECT AND POSSIBLY TIGHTEN OR REPLACE THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE PROPELLER SHAFT TO THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL. Read More »

    • TSB #02-162-15R

      Date Announced:
      SEP 11, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093105

      "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 ... Read More »

    • TSB #WQU-56U3

      Date Announced:
      AUG 28, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10092546

      UPDATE ?] SUBARU RECALL CAMPAIGN: WQU?]56 PROPELLER SHAFT OWNER NOTIFICATION OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTERS WILL BE MAILED TODAY, AND EMAILS TO OWNERS WILL FOLLOW EARLY NEXT WEEK. SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. Read More »

    • TSB #WQU-56U2

      Date Announced:
      AUG 26, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10092541

      "ALL SHIPMENTS FOR THE WQU56 RECALL ARE COMPLETE. SOME RETAILERS HAVE PLACED ORDERS IN THE SYSTEM FOR THESE PARTS. WE WILL BE REMOVING THE HOLD AGAINST THE PROPELLER SHAFTS ON MONDAY, AUGUST 31, 2015. Read More »

    • TSB #WQU-56U

      Date Announced:
      AUG 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10092498

      RECALL CAMPAIGN: WQU-56 PROPELLER SHAFT ? PARTS SUPPLY UPDATE. PROPELLER SHAFT SHIPMENT QUANTITIES TO COVER ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES RETAILED PRIOR TO AUGUST 4TH STOP SALE WILL BE COMPLETED THIS WEEK. Read More »

    • TSB #WQU-56R

      Date Announced:
      AUG 12, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10092497

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SUBARU) IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2015 AND 2016 MODEL YEAR LEGACY AND OUTBACK VEHICLES. Read More »

    • TSB #WQU-56A2

      Date Announced:
      AUG 10, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10092494

      "UPDATE: SUBARU RECALL CAMPAIGN: WQU-56 PROPELLER SHAFT-BULLETIN PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE PRODUCT CAMPAIGN BULLETIN FOR WQU-56 HAS BEEN POSTED ON STIS. Read More »

    • TSB #WQU?-56A

      Date Announced:
      AUG 07, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10092489

      SUBJECT: NEW SUBARU RECALL CAMPAIGN: WQU?]56 PROPELLER SHAFT. SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SUBARU) IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2015 AND 2016 MODEL YEAR LEGACY AND OUTBACK VEHICLES. Read More »

    • TSB #12-185-15R

      Date Announced:
      MAY 21, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10074649

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    • TSB #12-137-12R

      Date Announced:
      AUG 05, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10067006

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

    • TSB #15-207-16

      Date Announced:
      NOV 30, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121001

      This bulletin announces a design change to the USB connector inside the USB-AUX unit to address customer concerns of the USB cable becoming stuck and / or difficult to remove. Read More »

    • TSB #15-198-16R

      Date Announced:
      NOV 21, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121002

      IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the extensive revisions made to the information originally contained in this bulletin, a new bulletin, 15-205-16 has been issued. Please refer to this new bulletin for the latest information regarding this condition. Read More »

    • TSB #15-205-16

      Date Announced:
      NOV 21, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121005

      This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio ... Read More »

    • TSB #15-196-16R

      Date Announced:
      JUL 13, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111092

      TSB: Only those models equipped with Starlink Telematics. Data Communication Module (DCM) Procedures for Provisioning Failure, Inspection / Repair. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

    • TSB #15-198-16R

      Date Announced:
      JUL 08, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111103

      This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address a group of operational concerns received from the field listed below involving "Gen 2" F10 Navigation and Display Audio units with ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

    • TSB #15-205-16R

      Date Announced:
      MAR 31, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111083

      This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving "Gen 2" F10 Navigation and Display Audio ... Read More »

    • TSB #15-198-16R

      Date Announced:
      NOV 21, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121002

      IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the extensive revisions made to the information originally contained in this bulletin, a new bulletin, 15-205-16 has been issued. Please refer to this new bulletin for the latest information regarding this condition. Read More »

    • TSB #15-205-16

      Date Announced:
      NOV 21, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121005

      This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio ... Read More »

    • TSB #15-198-16R

      Date Announced:
      JUL 08, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111103

      This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address a group of operational concerns received from the field listed below involving "Gen 2" F10 Navigation and Display Audio units with ... Read More »

    • TSB #15-198-16R

      Date Announced:
      JUN 22, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120981

      Revised TSB: This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address a group of operational concerns received from the field listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display ... Read More »

    • TSB #15-194-16

      Date Announced:
      FEB 29, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10087241

      "THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF AN ENHANCED AUDIO SYSTEM POWER AMPLIFIER WHICH CONTAINS SOFTWARE TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF VOICE GUIDANCE INSTRUCTIONS (WORDS) BEING CUT SHORT OR CUT OFF. Read More »

    • TSB #15-194-16

      Date Announced:
      FEB 29, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120967

      This bulletin announces availability of an enhanced audio system power amplifier which contains software to address customer concerns of voice guidance instructions (words) being cut short or cut off. Read More »

    • TSB #15-177-14R

      Date Announced:
      FEB 25, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10086841

      THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP DIAGNOSE AND ADDRESS DIFFERENT CONDITIONS RELATING TO CUSTOMER CONCERNS WHICH MAY ARISE WHEN OPERATING THE NEW-GENERATION ?GEN 2? F10 AUDIO / NAVIGATION SYSTEM. Read More »

    • TSB #15-177-14R

      Date Announced:
      FEB 25, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10089803

      THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP DIAGNOSE AND ADDRESS DIFFERENT CONDITIONS RELATING TO CUSTOMER CONCERNS WHICH MAY ARISE WHEN OPERATING THE NEW-GENERATION ?GEN 2? F10 AUDIO / NAVIGATION SYSTEM. Read More »

    • TSB #F10TSG

      Date Announced:
      JAN 14, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10084297

      TECHNICAL SUPPORT GUIDE - GEN 2.0 & 2.1 MICRO SD NAVIGATION (AVN) DISPLAY AUDIO (DA) Read More »

    • TSB #15-177-14R

      Date Announced:
      DEC 18, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094367

      THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP DIAGNOSE AND ADDRESS DIFFERENT CONDITIONS RELATING TO CUSTOMER CONCERNS WHICH MAY ARISE WHEN OPERATING THE NEW-GENERATION ?GEN 2? F10 AUDIO / NAVIGATION SYSTEM. Read More »

    • TSB #15-177-14R

      Date Announced:
      OCT 07, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093624

      THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP DIAGNOSE AND ADDRESS DIFFERENT CONDITIONS RELATING TO CUSTOMER CONCERNS WHICH MAY ARISE WHEN OPERATING THE NEW-GENERATION ?GEN 2? F10 AUDIO / NAVIGATION SYSTEM. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK

    • TSB #12-216-17

      Date Announced:
      MAR 21, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111080

      This bulletin announces a design change to the roof rail assemblies. This change has been made in response to isolated customer concerns of a visible gap between the base portion of the rail assembly and the roof panel as shown in the ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #18-184-15

      Date Announced:
      DEC 16, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094350

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #WEA

      Date Announced:
      NOV 19, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093902

      IN AN EFFORT TO CLARIFY INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THE WINDSHIELD WARRANTY EXTENSION TSB #12‐192‐15 DATED 10/12/2015, PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING:  REPAIRS COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY EXTENSION ARE NOT SUBJECT TO THE ... Read More »

    • TSB #12-192-15R

      Date Announced:
      NOV 19, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093903

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SOA) QUALITY ASSURANCE HAS IDENTIFIED AN INCREASE IN THE NUMBER OF CRACKED WINDSHIELDS ON SOME 2015 AND 2016MY LEGACY AND OUTBACK MODELS. Read More »

    • TSB #18-183-15

      Date Announced:
      NOV 04, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093841

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #18-182-15

      Date Announced:
      AUG 21, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10092526

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #WQU-56R

      Date Announced:
      AUG 19, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10092525

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SUBARU) IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2015 AND 2016 MODEL YEAR LEGACY AND OUTBACK VEHICLES. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    • TSB #15-190-15R

      Date Announced:
      AUG 16, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10117555

      This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. The exchange program policy can also be found in Sections 8.4.9 and 11.2. Read More »

    • TSB #15-192-16

      Date Announced:
      JAN 14, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10081080

      THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A SERVICE PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF LOOSE OR GAPPING ACCESSORY FRONT WHEEL ARCH MOLDING(S) (E201SAL000 MOLDING KIT). Read More »

    • TSB #WQV57U

      Date Announced:
      DEC 10, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094261

      UPDATE - SUBARU RECALL CAMPAIGN: WQV57 PROPELLER SHAFT ATTACHING BOLT TORQUE ? OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTERS WILL BE MAILED TODAY ? AFFECTED VIN LISTS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED TO THE REGIONAL OFFICES ? EMAILS WILL BE SENT TO OWNERS WITH A ... Read More »

    • TSB #WQV-57

      Date Announced:
      DEC 09, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094232

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SUBARU) IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2016 MODEL YEAR SUBARU LEGACY AND OUTBACK VEHICLES TO INSPECT AND POSSIBLY TIGHTEN OR REPLACE THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE PROPELLER SHAFT TO THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL. Read More »

    • TSB #WQU-56R

      Date Announced:
      AUG 19, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10092525

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SUBARU) IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2015 AND 2016 MODEL YEAR LEGACY AND OUTBACK VEHICLES. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • TSB #07-89-15R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 04, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10081068

      "IF YOU RECEIVE A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A NO CRANK / NO START CONDITION DURING VERY COLD TEMPERATURES, THE IG1, IG2, ACC1, ACC2 AND/OR THE EGI MAIN RELAYS MAY BE THE ROOT CAUSE AND REQUIRE REPLACEMENT. Read More »

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