Subaru Crosstrek Service Bulletins (2013)

277 manufacturer communications on file.

• December 13, 2019•Document ID: 10169881

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  10-96-19

  Date Added:

  January 7, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of a new HVAC blower motor unit assemblies developed to address isolated concerns of the blower motor becoming inoperative. If this issues occurs on models with Auto A/C, the blower fan may become totally inoperative. If this issue occurs on models with Manual A/C, the blower fan may operate on high speed only. The root cause of these conditions is water intrusion into the blower motor causing rust and corrosion to develop. Over time, the blower motor may begin to draw more electrical current to operate. if that occurs, the additional draw can cause the related fuse and/ or blower resistor to fail. To address this condition, additional packing has been added to improve sealing of the blower unit case along with development of a new style cabin air filter which also in corporates improved sealing.

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• November 8, 2019•Document ID: 10168589

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WUE-90R

  Date Added:

  December 2, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

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

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• September 30, 2019•Document ID: 10165552

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  WHEELS; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

  Mfr Comm. #:

  05-70-19

  Date Added:

  October 1, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a design change made to the rear wheel / brake backing plates. Under certain circumstances, some customers may have a concern regarding a howling-type sound from the rear of the vehicle later diagnosed as a faulty hub / bearing assembly. Unevenness of the backing plate surfaces may affect the concentricity (roundness) of the hub / bearing after torqued during assembly and over time, cause the howling -type sound to develop. Production changes for the backing plates have been implemented to optimize their mounting surface quality.

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• September 26, 2019•Document ID: 10165497

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-103-16R

  Date Added:

  October 1, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Investigation has identified likely sources of the seepage to be the sealant used on the CVT’s oil pump chain cover and the input shaft oil seal. The repair involves chain cover removal, a thorough cleaning and inspection of the sealing surfaces followed by re-sealing the cover and replacement of the input shaft oil seal with the new, redesigned type.

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• August 29, 2019•Document ID: 10164446

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-103-16R

  Date Added:

  September 5, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  "This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Investigation has identified likely sources of the seepage to be the sealant used on the CVT’s oil pump chain cover and the input shaft oil seal. The repair involves chain cover removal, a thorough cleaning and inspection of the sealing surfaces followed by re-sealing the cover and replacement of the input shaft oil seal with the new, redesigned type"

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• August 8, 2019•Document ID: 10164185

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

  Mfr Comm. #:

  06-51-15R

  Date Added:

  August 30, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of a new front disc brake pad, shim, grease and clip kit designed to reduce customer concerns of excessive brake squeal. This new kit eliminates the “slotted” shim which previously was installed between the rubber-coated outer shim and the brake pad.

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• July 23, 2019•Document ID: 10163556

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SUSPENSION; STRUCTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  05-69-19

  Date Added:

  August 6, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information Bulletin announces a change made to the rear subframe retaining bolts used on the models listed above. The design changes provide the bolt with an increased durability against rust.

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• July 11, 2019•Document ID: 10163525

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

  Mfr Comm. #:

  06-68-19R

  Date Added:

  August 6, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven or premature wear of the replacement brake pads. This additional instruction applies to all models with brake pads using the upper and lower pad clips and has been added to the brake pad installation procedures found in the related Service Manuals.

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• July 9, 2019•Document ID: 10163520

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WUE-90 tool

  Date Added:

  August 6, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

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

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• June 27, 2019•Document ID: 10163017

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-163-16R

  Date Added:

  July 22, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin provides new inspection and repair procedures for AVCS (Active Valve Control System) -related DTCs on the FA and FB engine equipped models listed above. The applicable Service Manuals will be revised with this new information in the near future.

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• May 21, 2019•Document ID: 10161824

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  Subaru Tech Tips

  Date Added:

  July 1, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.

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• May 8, 2019•Document ID: 10161815

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WUE-90R

  Date Added:

  July 1, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

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

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  2017 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Crosstrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru Crosstrek2013 Subaru Impreza2013 Subaru WRX2012 Subaru Crosstrek2012 Subaru Impreza2012 Subaru WRX2011 Subaru Impreza2011 Subaru WRX2010 Subaru Impreza+ 5 more
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• May 6, 2019•Document ID: 10161813

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  14-22-16R

  Date Added:

  July 1, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool.

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• April 24, 2019•Document ID: 10160204

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WUE-90R

  Date Added:

  May 20, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

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

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  2017 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Crosstrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru Crosstrek2013 Subaru Impreza2013 Subaru WRX2012 Subaru Impreza2012 Subaru WRX2011 Subaru Impreza2011 Subaru WRX2010 Subaru Impreza2010 Subaru WRX+ 4 more
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• April 23, 2019•Document ID: 10160214

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID; ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-170-17R

  Date Added:

  May 20, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces part information for new Active Valve Control System (AVCS) oil control solenoid valves (OCV) which contain a redesigned internal oil seal. The new seal will eliminate potential oil seepage into the wire harness connector portion of the valve. If oil seeps into the connector, over time, the Check Engine lamp may illuminate and set various AVCS-related DTCs.

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• April 11, 2019•Document ID: 10160207

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WTY-84R

  Date Added:

  May 20, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2013 model year BRZ and XV Crosstrek and 2012-2014 model year Impreza vehicles to replace the engine valve springs which may fracture. A total of 139,324 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.

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  2014 Subaru Impreza2013 Subaru BRZ2013 Subaru Crosstrek2013 Subaru Impreza2012 Subaru Impreza
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• March 29, 2019•Document ID: 10160511

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT; ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WTY-84R

  Date Added:

  May 28, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2013 model year BRZ and XV Crosstrek and 2012-2014 model year Impreza vehicles to replace the engine valve springs which may fracture. A total of 139,324 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.

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• March 8, 2019•Document ID: 10160490

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-163-16R

  Date Added:

  May 28, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin provides new inspection and repair procedures for AVCS (Active Valve Control System) -related DTCs on the FA and FB engine equipped models listed above. The applicable Service Manuals will be revised with this new information in the near future.

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• March 1, 2019•Document ID: 10160512

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WUE-90

  Date Added:

  May 28, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

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

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• February 22, 2019•Document ID: 10155225

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-178-18R

  Date Added:

  March 25, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces a design change made to the rubber timing hole access plug to improve its retention and prevent water intrusion into the converter case.

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