Subaru Forester Service Bulletins (2022)

303 manufacturer communications on file.

• March 24, 2025•Document ID: 11016218

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  VISIBILITY/WIPER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-257-25R

  Date Added:

  April 1, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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 and model years from three (3) years / 36,000 miles to eight (8) years / 100,000 miles (whichever comes first). If a customer experiences windshield damage, inspect the damage as per the guidelines supplied in this bulletin to confirm if the damage is covered under the Warranty Extension.

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  2022 Subaru Ascent2022 Subaru Forester2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru Ascent2021 Subaru Forester2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
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• March 24, 2025•Document ID: 11016215

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  09-132-25

  Date Added:

  April 1, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Bulletin announces the Service Manual Correction for the diagnostic procedures to be followed when performing diagnostic repairs for diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P26A6 (Engine Coolant Bypass Valve “A” Position Sensor Circuit Low) and P26A7 (Engine Coolant Bypass Valve “A” Position Sensor Circuit High). Refer to the service procedures in this bulletin when performing diagnosis on DTCs P26A6 and P26A7. This correction will be applied the Service Manual in the future.

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• March 24, 2025•Document ID: 11016210

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SUSPENSION

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WQQ-52R

  Date Added:

  April 1, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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 (2-2 way) joint connector area of the brake line system on Forester, Impreza, WRX, and STI vehicles previously repaired under the WQK-47 (14V-311) brake line corrosion recall prior to the December 23, 2014 WQK-47 recall bulletin revision. The revisions to the bulletin are for part number changes.

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• March 18, 2025•Document ID: 11016206

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-304-22R

  Date Added:

  April 1, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic but essential information during diagnosis of Infotainment concerns.

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• March 17, 2025•Document ID: 11016205

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  UNKNOWN OR OTHER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  01-167-08R

  Date Added:

  April 1, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.

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• March 6, 2025•Document ID: 11016174

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE:BODY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-262-25

  Date Added:

  April 1, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Bulletin announces diagnostic procedures to be followed when working with a Power Rear Gate (PRG).

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• March 6, 2025•Document ID: 11016172

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-219-18R

  Date Added:

  April 1, 2025

  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.

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• February 24, 2025•Document ID: 11014875

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  09-123-24R

  Date Added:

  March 4, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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).

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• February 18, 2025•Document ID: 11014870

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-322-25R

  Date Added:

  March 4, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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 and model years to (8) eight years / 150,000 miles to cover certain qualifying repairs to the infotainment audio system.

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• February 17, 2025•Document ID: 11014865

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-193-24R

  Date Added:

  March 4, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

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

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• February 13, 2025•Document ID: 11014848

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  VISIBILITY/WIPER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-257-25R

  Date Added:

  March 4, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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 and model years from three (3) years / 36,000 miles to eight (8) years / 100,000 miles (whichever comes first).

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  2022 Subaru Ascent2022 Subaru Forester2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru Ascent2021 Subaru Forester2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback
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• February 10, 2025•Document ID: 11014854

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  09-125-24R

  Date Added:

  March 4, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces the availability of new reprogramming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM), to address concerns of the starter motor not operating.

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• February 10, 2025•Document ID: 11014852

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-251-19R

  Date Added:

  March 4, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  "This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16."

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• January 31, 2025•Document ID: 11013530

  Other
  UNKNOWN OR OTHER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  Subarunet Announcement

  Date Added:

  February 4, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This announcement is in regard to special service tool shipment will be shipped directly to the Subar retailers during February.

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• January 29, 2025•Document ID: 11013547

  Other
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  Subarunet Announcement

  Date Added:

  February 4, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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 & Gen 3.1 Infotainment head units for the models listed.

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• January 29, 2025•Document ID: 11013535

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-322-25

  Date Added:

  February 4, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin gives information on extended New Car Limited Warranty for CP1 and Gen 3.1 Head Units.

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  2023 Subaru Crosstrek2023 Subaru Forester2023 Subaru Impreza2023 Subaru WRX2022 Subaru Ascent2022 Subaru Crosstrek2022 Subaru Forester2022 Subaru Impreza2022 Subaru Legacy2022 Subaru Outback2022 Subaru WRX2021 Subaru Ascent2021 Subaru Crosstrek2021 Subaru Forester2021 Subaru Impreza2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru WRX
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• January 28, 2025•Document ID: 11013525

  Other
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  RC5 Head Unit OTA

  Date Added:

  February 4, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  A head unit OTA will be available via cellular network for Mid and High Grade CP1.5 head units.

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• January 17, 2025•Document ID: 11013512

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  11-205-25

  Date Added:

  February 4, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces the repair procedures to be followed when DTC P1449 (EVAP System Clog Detected) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).

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• January 14, 2025•Document ID: 11013505

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-218-23R

  Date Added:

  February 4, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of a new Genuine Subaru Alternative Replacement Battery introduced to satisfy current supply demands.

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• January 13, 2025•Document ID: 11013504

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-149-25

  Date Added:

  February 4, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  "This bulletin announces availability of the new TR580 control valve and connector cover developed to address cases of the following DTCs detected by the Transmission Control Module (TCM): • P2721: Pressure Control Solenoid “D” Control Circuit High • P2763: Torque Converter Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Control Circuit High • P0974: Shift Solenoid “A” Control Circuit High • P0977: Shift Solenoid “”B”” Control Circuit High"

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