Subaru Outback Service Bulletins

597 manufacturer communications on file.

• March 15, 2023•Document ID: 10233899

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-268-20R

  Date Added:

  April 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  USB Map Data Update Procedure for Denso Gen 4 Navigation Equipped System.

  Associated Products (9)

  2023 Subaru Ascent2023 Subaru Legacy2023 Subaru Outback2023 Subaru WRX2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2022 Subaru WRX2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10233899-0001.pdf↗
• March 15, 2023•Document ID: 10233892

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-270-20R

  Date Added:

  April 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin provides instruction for use of a new reprogramming procedure to optimize the Denso Gen 4 Audio and Navigation system utilized in the models listed.

  Associated Products (8)

  2023 Subaru BRZ2023 Subaru WRX2022 Subaru BRZ2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2022 Subaru WRX2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10233892-0001.pdf↗
• March 15, 2023•Document ID: 10233886

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-240-19R

  Date Added:

  April 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

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

  Associated Products (15)

  2023 Subaru Crosstrek2023 Subaru Forester2023 Subaru Impreza2022 Subaru Ascent2022 Subaru Crosstrek2022 Subaru Forester2022 Subaru Impreza2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru Ascent2021 Subaru Crosstrek2021 Subaru Forester2021 Subaru Impreza2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10233886-0001.pdf↗
• March 15, 2023•Document ID: 10233882

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WRK-21/22R

  Date Added:

  April 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated this safety and emissions Recall for certain 2019 -2020 model year Ascent vehicles, 2020-2021 model year turbo Legacy vehicles, and 2020-2021 model year turbo Outback vehicles in which the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) chain may slip and/or break.

  Associated Products (2)

  2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10233882-0001.pdf↗
• March 13, 2023•Document ID: 10233880

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-261-20R

  Date Added:

  April 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  The following information announces reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4 Denso CP1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed.

  Associated Products (4)

  2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10233880-0001.pdf↗
• March 10, 2023•Document ID: 10233874

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WRI-20R

  Date Added:

  April 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a Service Program for certain 2020-2021 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to update the Cockpit Control Module (CCM) software to the latest version.

  Associated Products (2)

  2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10233874-0001.pdf↗
• March 9, 2023•Document ID: 10233871

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-305-22R

  Date Added:

  April 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  The following information announces reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4.5 Denso CP1.5 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed.

  Associated Products (3)

  2023 Subaru Ascent2023 Subaru Legacy2023 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10233871-0001.pdf↗
• March 6, 2023•Document ID: 10233867

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-213-22R

  Date Added:

  April 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a new Genuine Subaru Replacement battery for use in applications where the current SOA821B700 battery is specified.

  Associated Products (7)

  2023 Subaru Ascent2023 Subaru Legacy2023 Subaru Outback2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10233867-0001.pdf↗
• February 28, 2023•Document ID: 10232239

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-242-19R

  Date Added:

  March 2, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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 system’s remote access features.

  Associated Products (25)

  2023 Subaru Ascent2023 Subaru BRZ2023 Subaru Crosstrek2023 Subaru Forester2023 Subaru Impreza2023 Subaru Legacy2023 Subaru Outback2023 Subaru Solterra2023 Subaru WRX2022 Subaru Ascent2022 Subaru BRZ2022 Subaru Crosstrek2022 Subaru Forester2022 Subaru Impreza2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2022 Subaru WRX2021 Subaru Ascent2021 Subaru BRZ2021 Subaru Crosstrek+ 5 more
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10232239-0001.pdf↗
• February 28, 2023•Document ID: 10232237

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-219-18R

  Date Added:

  March 2, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  When attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process, an Error Code 202 and / or 204 may occur preventing the process from completing successfully.

  Associated Products (25)

  2023 Subaru Ascent2023 Subaru BRZ2023 Subaru Crosstrek2023 Subaru Forester2023 Subaru Impreza2023 Subaru Legacy2023 Subaru Outback2023 Subaru Solterra2023 Subaru WRX2022 Subaru Ascent2022 Subaru BRZ2022 Subaru Crosstrek2022 Subaru Forester2022 Subaru Impreza2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2022 Subaru WRX2021 Subaru Ascent2021 Subaru BRZ2021 Subaru Crosstrek+ 5 more
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10232237-0001.pdf↗
• February 28, 2023•Document ID: 10232236

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-257-19R

  Date Added:

  March 2, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

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

  Associated Products (15)

  2023 Subaru Crosstrek2023 Subaru Forester2023 Subaru Impreza2023 Subaru Legacy2023 Subaru Outback2022 Subaru Crosstrek2022 Subaru Forester2022 Subaru Impreza2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru Crosstrek2021 Subaru Forester2021 Subaru Impreza2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10232236-0001.pdf↗
• February 28, 2023•Document ID: 10232235

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  09-97-22

  Date Added:

  March 2, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

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

  Associated Products (4)

  2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10232235-0001.pdf↗
• February 24, 2023•Document ID: 10232231

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-305-22R

  Date Added:

  March 2, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  The following information announces reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4.5 Denso CP1.5 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed.

  Associated Products (3)

  2023 Subaru Ascent2023 Subaru Legacy2023 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10232231-0001.pdf↗
• February 13, 2023•Document ID: 10232220

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-261-20R

  Date Added:

  March 2, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  The following information announces reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4 Denso CP1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed.

  Associated Products (4)

  2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10232220-0001.pdf↗
• January 24, 2023•Document ID: 10231320

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; TRAILER HITCHES

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-232-21R

  Date Added:

  February 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information Bulletin provides helpful tips when using the Trailer Hitch Fascia Panel Template (SOA554002) during trailer hitch accessory installation. (Wilderness models)

  Associated Products (2)

  2023 Subaru Outback2022 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10231320-0001.pdf↗
• January 24, 2023•Document ID: 10231312

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  09-99-23

  Date Added:

  February 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Engine Surging/Jolting During Accelerator Release.

  Associated Products (7)

  2023 Subaru BRZ2023 Subaru Legacy2023 Subaru Outback2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10231312-0001.pdf↗
• January 24, 2023•Document ID: 10231296

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-213-22R

  Date Added:

  February 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a new Genuine Subaru Replacement battery for use in applications where the current SOA821B700 battery is specified.

  Associated Products (7)

  2023 Subaru Ascent2023 Subaru Legacy2023 Subaru Outback2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10231296-0001.pdf↗
• January 17, 2023•Document ID: 10231306

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  09-101-23

  Date Added:

  February 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files developed for the Engine Control Module (ECM) to optimize the fuel injection system’s fuel spray pattern and engine block heater detection.

  Associated Products (6)

  2022 Subaru Crosstrek2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru Crosstrek2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10231306-0001.pdf↗
• January 12, 2023•Document ID: 10231304

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-261-20R

  Date Added:

  February 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  The following information announces reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4 Denso CP1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed.

  Associated Products (4)

  2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10231304-0001.pdf↗
• January 12, 2023•Document ID: 10231303

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WRK-21/22R

  Date Added:

  February 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) has initiated this safety and emissions Recall for certain 2019 - 2020 model year Ascent vehicles, 2020-2021 model year turbo Legacy vehicles, and 2020-2021 model year turbo Outback vehicles in which the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) chain may slip and/or break.

  Associated Products (2)

  2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
  Associated Documents

  • DownloadMC-10231303-0001.pdf↗