2021 Subaru Forester service bulletins & manufacturer communications

351 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Subaru Forester. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.

• This bulletin announces the design change made to the high-pressure fuel pump developed to prevent DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail/System Pressure – Too Low Bank 1). (This is an revised versi…
  09-123-24R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 28, 2026
• This bulletin announces design changes made to the fuel injector in response to the DTCs listed. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)
  09-81-21R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 27, 2026
• 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.…
  02-193-24R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jun 30, 2026
• 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.…
  09-74-21R · Technical service bulletin · Fuel/propulsion System · issued Jun 26, 2026
• This bulletin announces design changes made to the fuel injector and fuel pipe in response to the DTCs listed DTC P030* / Engine Knocking / DTC P219C-D-E-F. (This is an revised ver…
  09-81-21R · Technical service bulletin · Fuel/propulsion System · issued Jun 25, 2026
• This announcement is requesting retailer staff to retain the EyeSight protective hood covers from Generation 4 EyeSight cameras.
  SubaruNet Annoucement (E · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 12, 2026
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability. (This is an revised version of the ori…
  16-156-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 2, 2026
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued May 18, 2026
• This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g.…
  02-193-24R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 13, 2026
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability.
  16-156-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 13, 2026
• This announcement provides information on the remanufactured CVT transmission program.
  SubaruNet Announcement (R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 4, 2026
• This bulletin announces a design change to the Power Rear Gate Drive (PRG) Unit to address rare concerns about a very slight drop immediately after the gate is fully open.
  12-279-26 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2026
• This bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be used when DTCs B1571(REFERENCE CODE INCOMPATIBILITY IMMOBILIZER CM TO ECM) and B1572(IMM CIRCUIT EXCEPT ANTENNA CIRCUIT) are…
  18-230-26 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 1, 2026
• This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide interim guidance for vehicles exhibiting DTC B2A20.
  07-240-26R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 30, 2026
• This bulletin announces the service manual correction regarding clutch master cylinder reservoir service procedures.
  03-97-26 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 24, 2026
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 24, 2026
• This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedures to be followed when addressing customer concerns of steering wheel/vehicle body vibration when driving at highway speeds when tire/…
  05-97-26 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Apr 20, 2026
• This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant lea…
  10-105-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 26, 2026
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 26, 2026
• This bulletin contains information to help when attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process…
  15-219-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 16, 2026
• This announcement provides information on the use of aftermarket services or tools for programming immobilizer keys/fobs.
  SubaruNet Announcement (A · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 4, 2026
• This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide interim guidance for 2026 model year vehicles exhibiting DTC B2A20 with gen 4 Telematics.
  07-240-26R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 25, 2026
• This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant lea…
  10-105-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 6, 2026
• This Subaru service and technical support line newsletter provides information on the next phase of TechShare.
  Subaru Tech Tips Special · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 15, 2026
• This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINK® Remote Engine Start (RES).
  15-300-22R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jan 12, 2026
• This announcement has been created to address difficulties with software updates on Subaru Select Monitors with DST-010 interface firmware has been updated.
  Subarunet Announcement (E · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 12, 2026
• This bulletin announces the design change made to the high-pressure fuel pump developed to prevent DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail/System Pressure – Too Low Bank 1).
  09-123-24 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jan 8, 2026
• 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.…
  09-74-21R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Dec 12, 2025
• This Service Information Bulletin provides the Service Manual Correction to the diagnostic procedure for DTC B2A16 (Immobilizer Key Collation Diagnosis).
  18-226-25R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Dec 8, 2025
• This bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be used when DTCs P2096 (POST CATALYST FUEL TRIM SYSTEM TOO LEAN BANK 1) and P2097 (POST CATALYST FUEL TRIM SYSTEM TOO RICH BAN…
  18-228-25R · Technical service bulletin · Fuel/propulsion System · issued Dec 8, 2025
• This bulletin announces availability of new front wheel hub assemblies incorporating bearing surfaces having increased resistance to imperfections resulting from shock loads.
  05-84-21R · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Dec 8, 2025
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
  15-333-25 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 2, 2025
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  Subaru Tech Tips (Article · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Nov 20, 2025
• This bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be used when DTCs P2096 (POST CATALYST FUEL TRIM SYSTEM TOO LEAN BANK 1) and P2097 (POST CATALYST FUEL TRIM SYSTEM TOO RICH BAN…
  18-228-25 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Nov 20, 2025
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  Subaru Tech Tips (Article · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Nov 20, 2025
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body which enhancement was implemented to prevent abnormal operations. The updated valve body incorporates an …
  16-156-25R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 4, 2025
• This bulletin provides information on the load carrying capacity reduced label when a port-installed or retailer-installed accessory exeeds 1.5 percent of the GVWR or 100 pounds, w…
  15-130-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 29, 2025
• This Service Information Bulletin outlines a systematic procedure for diagnosing parasitic draw (dark/standby current) in vehicles experiencing battery drain when the ignition is o…
  15-308-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 28, 2025
• This bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when encountering cases of the Remote Engine Start (RES) system being the only non-functioning feature with telemat…
  15-319-24R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 28, 2025
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  Subaru Tech Tips (Article · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 28, 2025
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  Subaru Tech Tips (Article · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 28, 2025
• This Bulletin outlines a comprehensive update to the dark current/parasitic draw diagnosis & testing procedures.
  07-236-25 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 23, 2025
• This Bulletin provides details on a new formal testing, charging, and tracking procedure for all 12-volt batteries in new vehicle inventory.
  07-233-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 23, 2025
• In the interest of customer satisfaction Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage in the models listed. The extension will address instances…
  07-235-25 · Technical service bulletin · Forward Collision Avoidance · issued Sep 30, 2025
• This bulletin addresses cases when attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process from complet…
  15-219-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 30, 2025
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the CVT Control Valve Body. The updated valve body incorporates an enhanced valve sleeve to improve durability.
  16-156-25 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 30, 2025
• This bulletin outlines the repair procedure to follow when the axle nut has rotated from its originally torqued position.
  05-94-25 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Sep 30, 2025
• This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant lea…
  10-105-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 5, 2025
• This Bulletin provides details on a new formal testing, charging, and tracking procedure for all 12-volt batteries in new vehicle inventory wjhich must be tested and reported every…
  07-233-25 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 3, 2025
• This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipp…
  15-266-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 26, 2025
• "This bulletin announces the service procedures to be followed when encountering instances of water intrusion from the sunroof area for models listed. "
  12-269-25 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 26, 2025
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage for the CP1 & Gen 3.1 Head Unit used in the listed models…
  15-322-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 26, 2025
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
  15-320-24R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 21, 2025
• 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.…
  02-193-24R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Aug 14, 2025
• Subaru of America, Inc. will release an OTA to perform a software update to the DCM. This is a preventive OTA.
  SubaruNet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 13, 2025
• Subaru Service Technical Support Newsletter special edition.
  Subaru Service Technical · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Aug 11, 2025
• This bulletin provides information on paint codes for vehicles in the 2026 line up.
  13-108-25 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 11, 2025
• In the interest of customer satisfaction Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage in the models listed for the selected EyeSight & Reverse A…
  07-235-25 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 29, 2025
• This announcement provides information about a Subaru of America, Inc. preliminary settlement in a class action lawsuit regarding the EyeSight system in certain Subaru vehicles.
  SubaruNet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 29, 2025
• This OTA is released to address Telematic functions that may stop working after a certain amount of time from the vehicle's production.
  SubaruNet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 16, 2025
• "This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant le…
  10-105-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 10, 2025
• This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed abo…
  15-256-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 10, 2025
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 10, 2025
• This announcment provides information on the release of the latest software updates to the Subaru Midtronics DSS-5000 Battery Diagnostic tool.
  SubaruNet Annoucement · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 27, 2025
• This Bulletin announces the repair procedure developed to address rattle-type sounds heard from the left and/or right B-Pillar area.
  12-248-23R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 24, 2025
• This announcement is to bring attention to the OTA for In-vehicle service appointment scheduler and In-vehicle message center.
  SubaruNet Announcement (S · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 24, 2025
• This Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
  15-251-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 24, 2025
• This Service Information bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected…
  10-105-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 23, 2025
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 10, 2025
• 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.…
  02-193-24R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 29, 2025
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage for the CP1 & Gen 3.1 Head Unit used in the listed models…
  15-322-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 29, 2025
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
  01-168-09R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued May 19, 2025
• This bulletin announces the new procedure and Warranty Fail Code for FirstTime air conditioning (A/C) performance concerns possibly resulting from an undetected A/C refrigerant lea…
  10-105-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 13, 2025
• This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
  15-251-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 30, 2025
• This Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing engine oil leakage on FA and FB type engines.
  02-192-24R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 22, 2025
• This bulletin announces design changes made to the rear axle hubs. These changes have been implemented to reduce cases water intrusion further leading to harmonic, humming, and gri…
  03-96-25 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 22, 2025
• "This bulletin announces the availability of new oxygen sensors developed to address the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) detected by the Engine Control Module: • P0137: O…
  09-115-24R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 22, 2025
• 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.…
  02-193-24R · Technical service bulletin · Fuel/propulsion System · issued Apr 14, 2025
• This Bulletin announces availability of a User Guide and an informative video to supplement the recent releases to retailers of the SOA321152 and SOA321153 Terminal Test Kits.
  14-31-25 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 31, 2025
• This bulletin announces design changes made to the Power Rear Gate Drive (PRG) Unit to address concerns of the power rear gate being inoperative.
  12-265-25 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 27, 2025
• This announcement is in regard to the warranty extension initiated for windshields for the models listed.
  SubaruNet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Visibility/wiper · issued Mar 27, 2025
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage for the CP1 & Gen 3.1 Head Unit used in the above listed …
  15-322-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 24, 2025
• The purpose of this bulletin is to advise of SOA’s revised Catalytic Converter Recycling Program shipping procedure.
  09-51-08R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Mar 24, 2025
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage for the Front Windshield used in the above listed models …
  12-257-25R · Technical service bulletin · Visibility/wiper · issued Mar 24, 2025
• This Bulletin announces the Service Manual Correction for the diagnostic procedures to be followed when performing diagnostic repairs for diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P26A6 (Eng…
  09-132-25 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Mar 24, 2025
• Due to incomplete repair instructions previously provided in the WQK-47 recall bulletin, the WQQ-52 recall will involve applying additional anti-corrosion material to the four-way …
  WQQ-52R · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Mar 24, 2025
• This Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns.
  15-304-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 18, 2025
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 17, 2025
• This Bulletin announces diagnostic procedures to be followed when working with a Power Rear Gate (PRG).
  12-262-25 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 6, 2025
• When attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process from completing successfully.
  15-219-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 6, 2025
• This bulletin announces the design change made to the high-pressure fuel pump developed to prevent DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail/System Pressure – Too Low Bank 1).
  09-123-24R · Technical service bulletin · Fuel/propulsion System · issued Feb 24, 2025
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage for the CP1 & Gen 3.1 Head Unit used in the listed models…
  15-322-25R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 18, 2025
• 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.…
  02-193-24R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Feb 17, 2025
• In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage for the Front Windshield used in the above listed models …
  12-257-25R · Technical service bulletin · Visibility/wiper · issued Feb 13, 2025
• This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM), to address concerns of the starter motor not operating.
  09-125-24R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Feb 10, 2025
• "This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16."
  15-251-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 10, 2025
• This announcement is in regard to special service tool shipment will be shipped directly to the Subar retailers during February.
  Subarunet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 31, 2025
• As part of Subaru's dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is announcing a Warranty Extension of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage for the CP1 &…
  Subarunet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 29, 2025
• This bulletin gives information on extended New Car Limited Warranty for CP1 and Gen 3.1 Head Units.
  15-322-25 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 29, 2025
• A head unit OTA will be available via cellular network for Mid and High Grade CP1.5 head units.
  RC5 Head Unit OTA · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 28, 2025
• This bulletin announces the repair procedures to be followed when DTC P1449 (EVAP System Clog Detected) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).
  11-205-25 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 17, 2025
• This bulletin announces availability of a new Genuine Subaru Alternative Replacement Battery introduced to satisfy current supply demands.
  07-218-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 14, 2025
• This bulletin the announces diagnostic procedures and availability of new Engine Control Module (ECM) reprogramming files to address DTC P2404 (Evap System Leak Detection Pump Sens…
  09-122-24R · Technical service bulletin · Fuel/propulsion System · issued Jan 6, 2025
• 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.…
  02-193-24 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Dec 19, 2024
• This bulletin the announces diagnostic procedures and availability of new Engine Control Module (ECM) reprogramming files to address DTC P2404 (Evap System Leak Detection Pump Sens…
  09-122-24R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Dec 19, 2024
• This announcement is in regard to settlement in a class action lawsuit for vehicles that will receive a limited warranty extension for original equipment Subaru windshields experie…
  SubaruNet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Visibility/wiper · issued Dec 17, 2024
• This bulletin is for information purposes only.The bulletin adresses design changes of the headlamps and rear combination lamps, where moisture and or condensation may develop on t…
  07-59-07R · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Dec 13, 2024
• This bulletin announces the initialization service procedures to be followed when diagnosing and/or repairing Power Rear Gate (PRG) systems.
  12-251-23R · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 21, 2024
• This annocement is to inform dealers to the Gen 3.1 Head Unit OTA will be available via Wi-Fi. The update will take place in multiple batches with the first beginneing November 15t…
  SubaruNet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 14, 2024
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 8, 2024
• This bulletin details an important regulation issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) which impacts the way some vehicles with accessories are sold. Th…
  15-130-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 31, 2024
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 1, 2024
• This bulletin announces availability of a Vehicle Dynamics Control Module (VDC) reprogramming file to address DTC B2809 & B2C22.
  06-84-22 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Sep 30, 2024
• This bulletin announces the repair procedure developed to address cases of a knocking type sound emitting from the engine compartment.
  12-255-24R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 30, 2024
• This Service Information Bulletin announces the preferred practices to be used when handling vehicles equipped with Gen2 Telematics which are enrolled in the Subaru STARLINK® Secur…
  15-298-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 27, 2024
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 27, 2024
• This Service Information Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing engine oil leakage on FA and FB type engines.
  02-192-24 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 26, 2024
• This Service Information bulletin is being released as guidance for proper testing and charging of vehicle batteries.
  07-178-21R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 26, 2024
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
  15-320-24 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 26, 2024
• The CP1.5 RCs OTA is available for all mid and high grade CP1.5 head units.
  SubaruNet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 26, 2024
• This bulletin announces availability of the NEW genuine Subaru engine oil filter.
  02-191-22R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 17, 2024
• This bulletin outlines the judgment criteria to be used when inspecting front transverse link bushings to reduce unnecessary bushing replacement.
  03-94-24 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 4, 2024
• This bulletin announces the availability of new oxygen sensors developed to address Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) detected by the Engine Control Module.
  09-115-24R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 3, 2024
• This Service Information Bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when the Data Communication Module (DCM) is being tested as a dark current/standby current s…
  15-308-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 15, 2024
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure for 2025MY vehicles.
  15-320-24 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 5, 2024
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
  01-168-09R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Aug 5, 2024
• This Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
  15-251-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 5, 2024
• This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
  15-256-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2024
• This annoucement provides parts personnel information about remanufactured transmissions that will no longer be available.
  Subarunet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 24, 2024
• This 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.…
  09-74-21R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jul 18, 2024
• This announcement provides information for retailers to install the latest infotainment system software for Denso CP 1.5.
  Subarunet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 18, 2024
• This bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when testing the Data Communication Module (DCM) as a dark current/standby current source. All models equipped w…
  15-308-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 17, 2024
• This announcement provides information on Takata Recall Escalated Towing Program.
  Subarunet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 15, 2024
• This thermo control valve video contains information on the replacement of thermo control valve.
  Thermo Control Valve Vide · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jul 11, 2024
• This bulletin addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head uni…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 9, 2024
• This Bulletin provides SOA paint codes to help eliminate possible confusion for 2025 MY vehicles.
  13-107-24 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jul 9, 2024
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jul 8, 2024
• This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM), to address concerns of the starter motor not operating.
  09-125-24 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 8, 2024
• This Bulletin provides guidance for diagnosing a leaking front or rear suspension strut.
  05-91-24 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jul 8, 2024
• This information announces reprograming file availability for Gen 4.5 Denso CP1.5 Audio and Navigation systems. Inprovement for CarPlay concerns with hands-free calls when the rece…
  SubaruNet Announcement · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 28, 2024
• This bulletin provides diagnosis and procedure information to be applied when diagnosing potential fluid leaks on front and rear brake calipers. This information has been developed…
  06-90-24 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Jun 25, 2024
• This bulletin announces the repair procedures when corrosion is encountered within the instrument panel wiring harness and the rear wiring harness connectors.
  07-221-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 24, 2024
• This bulletin announces availability of a new Genuine Subaru Alternative Replacement Battery introduced to satisfy current supply demands. The alternative replacement battery has a…
  07-218-23R · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jun 4, 2024
• This bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when encountering cases of the Remote Engine Start (RES) system being the only non-functioning feature with telemat…
  15-319-24 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 14, 2024
• This bulletin announces the availability of new oxygen sensors developed to address the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs); P0137 (O2 Sensor Circuit Low Voltage Bank 1 Senso…
  09-115-24 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 14, 2024
• This bulletin the announces diagnostic procedures and availability of new Engine Control Module (ECM) reprogramming files to address DTC P2404 (Evap System Leak Detection Pump Sens…
  09-122-24 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 14, 2024
• This bulletin announces the design change made to the front drive axle shaft assemblies to address cases of a clicking/cracking-type sound heard when driving with the steering whee…
  03-91-23R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 23, 2024
• This bulletin announces the extended warranty coverage for the Thermo Control valve (TCV) used the the models listed. The coverage will be extended to (15) fifteen years / 150,000 …
  09-119-24 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 4, 2024
• This bulletin announces availability of a new thermo control valve assembly. The new valve contains an enhanced stainless steel internal shaft for optimized durability along with a…
  09-80-21R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2024
• To satisfy current supply demands, a new Subaru alternative replacement battery is now available.
  07-218-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 28, 2024
• This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
  15-256-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 27, 2024
• This bulletin addresses the reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 26, 2024
• "This Bulletin provides insight in response to both customer and retailer feedback resulting from the use of OBD-II port connected devices. These devices are often employed by insu…
  15-257-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 19, 2024
• This bulletin has been developed for use as a quick reference tool to aid in diagnosing operational concerns of the Gen 2 Telematics systemâ s remote access features.
  15-242-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 19, 2024
• This bulletin addresses an error code 202 and or 204 when attempting to complete the STARLINK telematics subsription process.
  15-219-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 19, 2024
• This bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for Harman Infotainment Systems when DTC B2255 is detected. This update should prevent unnecessary replacement of the head unit or U…
  18-225-22R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 5, 2024
• This bulletin addresses limited cases of engine speed drop when the engine is restarted with the auto start/stop function. Updated software available for the Transmission Control M…
  16-147-24 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 6, 2024
• This bulletin addresses rare cases of engine surg or jolting when the operator releases the accelerator from half-throttle.
  09-99-23R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 5, 2024
• This bulletin announces design changes made to the fuel injector assembly in response to the DTCs listed.
  09-81-21R · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jan 22, 2024
• This bulletin announces diagnostic procedures and availability of new Engine Control Module (ECM) reprogramming files to address DTC P2404 (Evap System Leak Detection Pump Sense Ci…
  09-113-23 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 11, 2024
• This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
  15-251-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 11, 2024
• This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
  15-256-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 9, 2024
• This bulletin announces the design change made to the front drive axle shaft assemblies to address cases of a clicking/cracking-type sound heard when driving with the steering whee…
  03-91-23 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 8, 2024
• "This bulletin announces availability of new reprograming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM) developed to remedy engine DTCs."
  09-112-23 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 4, 2024
• This bulletin announces availability of a new Genuine Subaru Alternative Replacement Battery introduced to satisfy current supply demands.
  07-218-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 21, 2023
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 8, 2023
• This bulletin announces the initialization service procedures to be followed when diagnosing and/or repairing Power Rear Gate (PRG) systems.
  12-251-23 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 9, 2023
• This bulletin announces the design change made to the leather wrapped steering wheels.
  12-236-23 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Nov 8, 2023
• This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engin…
  09-110-23R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 7, 2023
• This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipp…
  15-266-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 26, 2023
• This Bulletin announces the repair procedure developed to address rattle-type sounds heard from the left and/or right B-Pillar area.
  12-248-23R · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 25, 2023
• This Service Bulletin is to inform you of the diagnosis procedure of the Harman Infotainment System when DTC B2255 is detected.
  18-225-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 12, 2023
• This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engin…
  09-110-23 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 9, 2023
• This bulletin announces availability of a new Genuine Subaru Alternative Replacement Battery introduced to satisfy current supply demands.
  07-218-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 6, 2023
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 2, 2023
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the outer hinge cover on the driverâ s 10-way adjustable power seats.
  12-299-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 28, 2023
• This Service Information Bulletin announces the repair procedure developed to address rattle-type sounds heard from the left and/or right B-Pillar area.
  12-248-23R · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 12, 2023
• This bulletin announced a design change made to the power rear gate drive unit assemblies.
  07-203-23 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 11, 2023
• This Bulletin announces additional information regarding error codes 1403- 1407 encountered when attempting an adjustment/calibration of the EyeSight® system after body repair pro…
  18-231-23 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 11, 2023
• This Service Information Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the S…
  15-282-21R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 31, 2023
• This bulletin announces the repair procedures when corrosion is encountered within the instrument panel wiring harness and the rear wiring harness connectors.
  07-221-23 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 31, 2023
• This bulletin announces the design changes to the headlights.
  07-202-23 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 15, 2023
• "This bulletin announces a design change made to the outer hinge cover on the driverâ s 10-way adjustable power seats."
  12-299-20R · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Aug 15, 2023
• This bulletin announces availability of a new Genuine Subaru Alternative Replacement Battery introduced to satisfy current supply demands.
  07-218-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 10, 2023
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
  01-168-09R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2023
• This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
  15-285-21R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 13, 2023
• This bulletin announces the recommended cleaning procedures to followed when encountering vehicles with long time exposure to pollen on painted surfaces on vehicles imported from J…
  12-249-23R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 11, 2023
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 29, 2023
• 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 carr…
  02-131-12R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 29, 2023
• This Service Information Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR58…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 28, 2023
• This service bulletin provides a temporary repair procedure to address vibrations and/or judder concerns experienced on turns during acceleration.
  16-136-22R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 13, 2023
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 6, 2023
• This Service Information Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINK® Remote Engine Start (RES). All Gen2 and Gen3 Telematics Equipped Models.
  15-300-22R · Technical service bulletin · Communication · issued Jun 5, 2023
• This bulletin announces availability of a new Genuine Subaru Alternative Replacement Battery introduced to satisfy current supply demands.
  07-218-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 24, 2023
• This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of surface rust accumulating in the top center retaining nut area of the front strut mounts.
  05-62-18R · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued May 22, 2023
• This bulletin announces availability of a new thermo control valve assembly.
  09-80-21R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 16, 2023
• Map Data Update Procedure for Harman Gen 3.1 Navigation Equipped Head Units (H/U).
  15-255-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 15, 2023
• This bulletin announces design change to the outer door weatherstrips for the front and rear doors.
  12-230-21R · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 12, 2023
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 11, 2023
• This bulletin announces availability of the one-time use mounting clip and spacer clip for the air bag curtain module.
  17-18-23 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 8, 2023
• This Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures and a detailed flow chart to be used when diagnosing customer concerns regarding the operation of the STARLINK Remote Engin…
  15-282-21R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 4, 2023
• This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
  15-256-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 2, 2023
• This Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CV…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 27, 2023
• This Bulletin announces additional cautions being added to the Ownerâ s Manual and Service Manual regarding the operation of door locks.
  07-217-23 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 17, 2023
• This Service Information Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Tele…
  15-266-20R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 5, 2023
• This bulletin announces availability of a new Genuine Subaru Alternative Replacement Battery introduced to satisfy current supply demands.
  07-218-23R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 27, 2023
• This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
  15-285-21R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 23, 2023
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 15, 2023
• This Service Information bulletin has been developed for use as a quick reference tool to aid in diagnosing operational concerns of the Gen 2 Telematics systemâ s remote access fea…
  15-242-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 28, 2023
• When attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process from completing successfully.
  15-219-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 28, 2023
• This Service Information Bulletin provides insight in response to both customer and retailer feedback resulting from the use of OBD-II port connected devices.
  15-257-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 28, 2023
• This bulletin announces availability of a new Genuine Subaru Alternative Replacement Battery introduced to satisfy current supply demands.
  07-218-23 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 10, 2023
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 7, 2023
• This bulletin announces availability of reprograming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM) to address rare cases of the engine surging/jolting when releasing the accelerator fr…
  09-100-23 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 24, 2023
• This Service Information Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR58…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 12, 2023
• This bulletin announces the availability of new Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) reprogramming files. In rare cases the EyeSight® system may receive inaccurate brake line pressure d…
  03-89-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 22, 2022
• This Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CV…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 17, 2022
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 17, 2022
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressin customer concerns.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 17, 2022
• 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 w…
  10-100-21R · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Nov 14, 2022
• This Bulletin provides additional procedures and a detailed flow chart to use when diagnosing customer concerns regarding operation of the STARLINK RES feature.
  15-282-21R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 9, 2022
• This Bulletin provides additional information for the diagnostic procedures concerning measurement of Dark Current (a.k.a. Standby Current).
  07-199-21R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 2, 2022
• This Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
  15-251-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 18, 2022
• This bulletin is being released as guidance for proper testing and charging of vehicle batteries.
  07-178-21R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 3, 2022
• This bulletin announces the shape design change made to the roof molding fasteners to help prevent any deformation of the molding.
  12-242-22 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 3, 2022
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the front stabilizer bushings.
  5-88-21R · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Oct 3, 2022
• This Bulletin provides additional information for the diagnostic procedures concerning measurement of Dark Current (a.k.a. Standby Current).
  07-199-21R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 3, 2022
• This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components.
  09-74-21R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 27, 2022
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals.
  18-229-22 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 23, 2022
• This bulletin announces availability of a new thermo control valve assembly.
  09-80-21R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 14, 2022
• This bulletin announces the availability of new Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) reprogramming files.
  03-89-22 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 13, 2022
• This Service Bulletin is to inform you of the diagnosis procedure of the Harman Infotainment System when DTC B2255 is detected.
  18-225-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 6, 2022
• This Bulletin provides the diagnostic procedure for the STARLINK® Remote Engine Start (RES). All Gen2 Telematic equipped models.
  15-300-22 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 29, 2022
• 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.…
  09-74-21R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 26, 2022
• This Service Information Bulletin provides additional information for the diagnostic procedures concerning measurement of Dark Current (a.k.a. Standby Current).
  07-199-21R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 23, 2022
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 23, 2022
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
  15-302-22 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 23, 2022
• Special Edition, 2012 current model subaru evaporative diagnostics and smoke testing.
  Subaru Tech Tips · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 12, 2022
• This Bulletin provides additional procedures and a detailed flow chart to use when diagnosing customer concerns regarding operation of the STARLINK RES feature.
  15-282-21R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 9, 2022
• The bulletin announces the design change made the propeller shaft to address the small number of customer concerns regarding a growling-type sound being heard from under the vehicl…
  03-88-22 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 2, 2022
• This Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CV…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 12, 2022
• This Bulletin announces the preferred practices to be used when handling vehicles equipped with Gen2 Telematics which are enrolled in the Subaru STARLINK® Security Plus Service fe…
  15-298-22 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 11, 2022
• 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 carr…
  02-131-12R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 11, 2022
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the front stabilizer bushings.
  05-88-21 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jul 5, 2022
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 27, 2022
• This Service Bulletin is to inform you of the diagnosis procedure of the Harman Infotainment System when DTC B2255 is detected.
  18-225-22 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 27, 2022
• This bulletin announces availability of new reprograming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM).
  09-89-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 14, 2022
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the rear gate stay assemblies.
  12-239-21 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Jun 14, 2022
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 17, 2022
• This bulletin announces availability of new reprograming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM).
  09-89-22 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 12, 2022
• This bulletin announces the Service Manual correction for the diagnostic trouble tree for DTC B281C.
  18-218-22 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 9, 2022
• This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files for the Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) system.
  07-205-22R · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Apr 27, 2022
• This bulletin announces the design change made to the side cowl panels.
  12-237-22 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 26, 2022
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
  18-221-22 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 6, 2022
• This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during diagnosis and repair of the Infotainment concerns. (Applicable to all models …
  15-192-22R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 18, 2022
• This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files for the Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) system.
  07-205-22 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 15, 2022
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 2, 2022
• This bulletin provides helpful tips to better utilize the Subaru Select Monitor 4.
  01-175-16 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 28, 2022
• This bulletin announces availability of a new thermo control valve assembly.
  09-80-21 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 28, 2022
• WRK-21 CVT Chain Guide Breakage Recall - Customer communications and rental.
  Subarunet Announ · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 23, 2022
• This bulletin announces the design change to the front window channel running channel seals.
  12-233-22 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Feb 11, 2022
• This bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CV…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 8, 2022
• This bulletin provides a repair procedure for R152 type rear differentials.
  03-87-21 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 14, 2022
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 13, 2022
• This bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CV…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 10, 2022
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
  15-272-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 3, 2022
• This Bulletin announces design changes to the engine oil and CVT fluid drain plugs.
  02-189-22 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 2, 2022
• This bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
  15-251-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 29, 2021
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the front stabilizer bushings.
  05-88-21 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Dec 21, 2021
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 15, 2021
• Map Data Update Procedure for Harman Gen 3.1 Navigation Equipped Head Units.
  15-255-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 8, 2021
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 6, 2021
• This bulletin announces the design change of the expansion valve.
  10-102-21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 6, 2021
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the evaporator core insulation.
  10-103-21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 15, 2021
• This bulletin provides insight in response to both customer and retailer feedback resulting from the use of OBD-II port connected devices.
  15-257-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 2, 2021
• This bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
  15-251-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 28, 2021
• This bulletin provides a new flow chart and additional diagnostic tools to assist technicians with troubleshooting DTC P0841- SECONDARY OIL PRESSURE SENSOR PERFORMANCE.
  16-102-16R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 15, 2021
• This bulletin announces the availability of diagnostic information regarding accessory remote engine start systems.
  15-287-21 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 8, 2021
• This bulletin announces an additional service procedure for timing chain and / or cam sprocket replacement on FA and FB type engines.
  02-188-21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 7, 2021
• 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.…
  09-74-21R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 24, 2021
• This bulletin announces the design changes made to the A-pillar trim panels and their associated retaining (tether) clips.
  12-225-21 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 24, 2021
• This bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement (when applicable) of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM) along with a new claim…
  15-195-16R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 22, 2021
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the outer hinge cover on the driverâ s 10-way adjustable power seats.
  12-299-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 20, 2021
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 20, 2021
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency while addressing customer concerns.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 20, 2021
• This bulletin provides additional information for the diagnostic procedures concerning measurement of dark current (a.k.a. standby current).
  07-199-21R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 8, 2021
• This bulletin provides additional information for the diagnostic procedures concerning measurement of dark current (standby current).
  07-199-21R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 31, 2021
• 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.…
  09-74-21R · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Aug 30, 2021
• This bulletin provides a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
  18-216-21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 23, 2021
• This bulletin announces the service procedure for addressing possible water entry into the interior from the door(s) area.
  12-323-21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 2, 2021
• This bulletin provides additional information for the diagnostic procedures concerning measurement of Dark Current (a.k.a. Standby Current).
  07-199-21 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 30, 2021
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 28, 2021
• This bulletin announces the availability of NEW reprogramming files to correct DTC P0128.
  09-75-21 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 28, 2021
• Diagnostic Information for Alleged Chain Slip Condition on TR580 / TR690 Transmissions.
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 22, 2021
• This bulletin announces availability of a new reinforcement bracket for the seat position memory switch.
  07-197-21 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 29, 2021
• 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.…
  09-74-21R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 28, 2021
• This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
  01-167-08R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 17, 2021
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 8, 2021
• This bulletin is to advise of SOAâ s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
  09-51-08R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 7, 2021
• This bulletin outlines changes in the service procedure for replacement of the Power Rear Gate control module.
  07-195-21 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Jun 7, 2021
• This bulletin outlines changes in the service procedure for engine oil pressure inspection.
  02-187-21 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2021
• This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components.
  09-74-21R · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 21, 2021
• Description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
  18-207-21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 5, 2021
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the TPMS valve assemblies.
  05-85-21R · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Apr 27, 2021
• This bulletin provides additional procedures and a detailed flow chart to use when diagnosing customer concerns regarding operation of the STARLINK RES feature.
  15-282-21R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 21, 2021
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
  15-272-20R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 16, 2021
• This bulletin announces availability of new audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 9, 2021
• This bulletin provides additional diagnostics and new part availability information for the Seat Memory Control Module.
  07-185-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 10, 2021
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the front hood lock (latch) assembly.
  07-191-21 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Mar 4, 2021
• This Service Information Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR58…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 23, 2021
• This bulletin announces a change made to the MFD software to keep the affected units listed below compliant with Apple® CarPlay® certification.
  07-190-21 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 17, 2021
• This bulletin announces the upcoming issuance to all retailers of an essential tool update kit for the Engine Support Assembly Kit #J-50135-A.
  14-27-21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 17, 2021
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 10, 2021
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 5, 2021
• To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special S…
  14-22-16R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2021
• This bulletin announces availability of a new variable displacement type A/C compressor designed to address a small number of customer concerns regarding an excessive sound heard w…
  10-100-21 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 28, 2021
• This bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged chain slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CV…
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 18, 2021
• This bulletin announces a design change made to the outer hinge cover on the driverâ s 10-way adjustable power seats.
  12-299-20R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 18, 2021
• This bulletin provides insight in response to both customer and retailer feedback resulting from the use of OBD-II port connected devices.
  15-257-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 14, 2021
• 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 v…
  15-219-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 14, 2021
• This bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM). This update is applicable to all models…
  15-195-16R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 14, 2021
• This bulletin provides an overview and basic instructions for use of the â Destination to Vehicleâ feature of the Gen 2 Telematics system.
  15-265-20R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 14, 2021
• 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 Sub…
  15-266-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 14, 2021
• This bulletin provides information related to the telematics system's Automatic Collision Notification (ACN) and Advanced Automatic Collision Notification (AACN) feature operation,…
  15-267-20R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 14, 2021
• This bulletin 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.
  15-242-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 14, 2021
• Reprogramming File Availability for Optimization of Harman Gen 3.1 and Gen 3.1α Audio and Navigation Head Units.
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 7, 2021
• The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.
  01-168-09R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 4, 2021
• This Service Information Bulletin provides a remedy procedure to use when a communication error message appears during Subaru Select Monitor (SSM) diagnosis of the DMS.
  07-187-20 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 31, 2020
• This Service Information Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions.
  16-132-20R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 29, 2020
• The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigat…
  15-236-18R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 21, 2020
• This bulletin provides information related to error code(s) 202 and/or 204 generated during the Gen 2 telematics subscription process.
  15-219-18R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 14, 2020
• This Service Information Bulletin provides corrected diagnostics containing a revised flow for certain CVT solenoid related DTCs.
  16-131-20 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 9, 2020
• This Service Information Bulletin provides corrected and updated procedures to follow when replacing the combination meter assembly.
  07-183-20 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 26, 2020
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
  15-272-20R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 13, 2020
• This Service Information Bulletin announces additional diagnostic procedures for TPMS related DTC C2921 on the applicable models listed.
  05-78-20 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 13, 2020
• Update your STARLINK Multimedia Software and Navigation Maps.
  Subaru Starlink · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 22, 2020
• Update for STARLINK Multimedia Software. (with 7-inch or 8-inch display)
  Subaru Starlink · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 22, 2020
• This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimized efficiency.
  15-240-19R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 22, 2020
• This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
  15-272-20 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 9, 2020
• 2021 MY Paint Coding Information.
  13-103-20 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 10, 2020
• Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
  14-22-16R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 4, 2020
• Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info
  0116809R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 17, 2014
• Diagnosis and Repair for AVCS-Related DTCs
  0213212R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 16, 2014
• Event Data Recorder (EDR) Function of Airbag Module
  171713R · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued May 20, 2014
• Effective with all 2015 model year cars and forward, the oil change interval is changing to 6,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first.
  Announcements-2 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 7, 2014
• Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts
  037012R-1 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Jan 15, 2014
• This Bulletin provides production change, repair procedure and parts information to address a customer concern of a high-pitched sound coming from the transmission extension housin…
  037012R · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 22, 2013
• Oil Filler Cap Gasket Coming Unseated
  0214013 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 25, 2013
• Event Data Recorder (EDR) Function of Airbag Module
  171713 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Mar 18, 2013
• Puddle Light Recall
  WQE41-1 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 19, 2013
• Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts
  037012 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 13, 2012