Subaru Forester Service Bulletins
1,766 manufacturer communications on file.
- May 2, 2019•Document ID: 10161812Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 07-152-19
- Date Added:
- July 1, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThis bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies developed to address the following customer concerns: ? Power windows inoperative from the driver?s door master and / or passenger front door switch ? Unable to remotely operate other door windows from the driver?s door master switch ? One-Touch Auto Up / Down features inoperative from either / both front door switches
Associated Products (19)2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Crosstrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru Forester2012 Subaru ForesterAssociated Documents - April 30, 2019•Document ID: 10160219Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WUF-91
- Date Added:
- May 20, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryOwner Notification, Owners will be notified by first class mail on May 10, 2019. Owners with a valid email address on file will also be notified by email. Subaru retailers with affected vehicles will receive an affected VIN list from their Zone Office prior to owner notification. Service, Parts, and Claim Instructions Detailed service, parts, and claim information is available in the WUF-91 Product Campaign Bulletin on STIS. A copy of the owner notification is included at the end of the bulletin.
Associated Products (36)2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru Legacy2013 Subaru Outback2013 Subaru WRX2012 Subaru Forester2012 Subaru Legacy2012 Subaru Outback2012 Subaru WRX2011 Subaru Forester2011 Subaru Impreza2011 Subaru Legacy2011 Subaru Outback2011 Subaru WRX2010 Subaru Forester2010 Subaru Impreza2010 Subaru Legacy2010 Subaru Outback+ 16 moreAssociated Documents - April 30, 2019•Document ID: 10160209Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WUF-91R
- Date Added:
- May 20, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummarySubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.
Associated Products (32)2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru Impreza2013 Subaru Legacy2013 Subaru Outback2012 Subaru Forester2012 Subaru Impreza2012 Subaru Legacy2012 Subaru Outback2011 Subaru Forester2011 Subaru Impreza2011 Subaru Legacy2011 Subaru Outback2010 Subaru Forester2010 Subaru Impreza2010 Subaru Legacy2010 Subaru Outback2009 Subaru Forester+ 12 moreAssociated Documents - April 25, 2019•Document ID: 10160216Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 07-151-19
- Date Added:
- May 20, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThis bulletin announces reprogramming files to optimize the DMS control module and address a small number of inquiries regarding DTCs B112C and/or B112E. Insome cases, when multiple functions are processed by the DMS control module at the same time, a task error may occur and cause the system?s indicator lamp to illuminate yellow (as opposed to green during normal system is operation).
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - April 25, 2019•Document ID: 10160202Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 15-208-17R
- Date Added:
- May 20, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThis Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7? Navigation and 7? Display Audio head units.
Associated Products (18)2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru OutbackAssociated Documents - April 24, 2019•Document ID: 10160204Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WUE-90R
- Date Added:
- May 20, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummarySubaru 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.
Associated Products (24)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 moreAssociated Documents - April 23, 2019•Document ID: 10160214Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 02-170-17R
- Date Added:
- May 20, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThis 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.
Associated Products (50)2019 Subaru BRZ2019 Subaru Crosstrek2019 Subaru Forester2019 Subaru Impreza2019 Subaru Legacy2019 Subaru Outback2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru BRZ2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru Impreza2018 Subaru Legacy2018 Subaru Outback2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru BRZ2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback+ 30 moreAssociated Documents - April 18, 2019•Document ID: 10160212Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 12-260-19
- Date Added:
- May 20, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThis bulletin provides a procedure to address a small number of customer concerns regarding a metallic rattle or chirping -type sound heard coming from the top of the front ?A? pillar area. The sound may originate from either side of the vehicle.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - April 12, 2019•Document ID: 10160208Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WUF-91-041219
- Date Added:
- May 20, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryNew Subaru Safety Recall: WUF-91 Replacement Ignition Switch Recall Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.
Associated Products (36)2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru Legacy2013 Subaru Outback2013 Subaru WRX2012 Subaru Forester2012 Subaru Legacy2012 Subaru Outback2012 Subaru WRX2011 Subaru Forester2011 Subaru Impreza2011 Subaru Legacy2011 Subaru Outback2011 Subaru WRX2010 Subaru Forester2010 Subaru Impreza2010 Subaru Legacy2010 Subaru Outback+ 16 moreAssociated Documents - April 10, 2019•Document ID: 10160206Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 07-149-19
- Date Added:
- May 20, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThis Service Information bulletin serves a quick reminder to always perform the Clear Memory function of the Airbag system using the Subaru Select Monitor 4 after replacement of any airbag system sensor. Failure to do so will most likely result in the sensor-related DTC(s) remaining in memory, Airbag warning light illumination and possible unnecessary component replacement. Clearing DTCs after a repair then confirming codes do not return is the most effective method of verifying a proper repair and should always be performed.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - April 10, 2019•Document ID: 10160205Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TKA19-TKB19-TKC1
- Date Added:
- May 20, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummarySUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain Subaru vehicles listed above, equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger side frontal airbag containing the propellant Phase Stabilized Ammonium Nitrate (PSAN).
Associated Products (22)2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru Legacy2013 Subaru Outback2013 Subaru WRX2012 Subaru B9 Tribeca2012 Subaru Forester2012 Subaru Legacy2012 Subaru Outback2012 Subaru WRX2011 Subaru Forester2011 Subaru Impreza2011 Subaru Legacy2011 Subaru Outback2011 Subaru WRX2010 Subaru Forester2010 Subaru Impreza2010 Subaru Legacy+ 2 moreAssociated Documents - April 8, 2019•Document ID: 10160203Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WUC-88R
- Date Added:
- May 20, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummarySubaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2019 model year Forester and Crosstrek vehicles to inspect and, if necessary, replace the power steering gear box. A total of 10,417 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - March 25, 2019•Document ID: 10160507Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- GEN 3-1
- Date Added:
- May 28, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryImmediately discontinue the use of latest 2019 MY Gen 3.1 Harman Software update.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - March 25, 2019•Document ID: 10160501Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 15-236-18R
- Date Added:
- May 28, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThe following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed above. The procedure will involve either downloading the software update files from Subarunet (or using those sent directly from Nuspire) and transferring them onto a flash drive for head unit installation. It is VERY IMPORTANT to read and understand this information completely to understand all changes from prior releases before proceeding.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - March 22, 2019•Document ID: 10160488Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING; STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WUC-88R
- Date Added:
- May 28, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummarySubaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2019 model year Forester and Crosstrek vehicles to inspect and, if necessary, replace the power steering gear box. A total of 10,417 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - March 19, 2019•Document ID: 10160503Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TKA19-TKB19-TKC1
- Date Added:
- May 28, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummarySUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain Subaru vehicles listed above, equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger side frontal airbag containing the propellant Phase Stabilized Ammonium Nitrate (PSAN).
Associated Products (23)2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru Legacy2013 Subaru Outback2013 Subaru WRX2012 Subaru B9 Tribeca2012 Subaru Forester2012 Subaru Legacy2012 Subaru Outback2012 Subaru WRX2011 Subaru Forester2011 Subaru Impreza2011 Subaru Legacy2011 Subaru Outback2011 Subaru WRX2010 Subaru Forester2010 Subaru Impreza+ 3 moreAssociated Documents - March 13, 2019•Document ID: 10160498Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 15-239-19
- Date Added:
- May 28, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThis Service information bulletin announces a design change made to the Cargo Net ? Rear Replacement Hardware Kit (F551SAG301). The new part number is F551SAN010. The change was made to address concerns regarding the ?mushroom? anchors either pulling out of the trim panel and or gapping visibly at the base of the anchor between the black plastic spacer and trim panel.
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - March 13, 2019•Document ID: 10160497Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS; STRUCTURE:BODY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 12-259-19
- Date Added:
- May 28, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThis Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the cowl panel. The change was made to the shape of the part which will eliminate a gap between the cowl panel and the windshield in the lower corner area as shown in the photo below. The gap may develop during expansion and contraction of the plastic cowl panel material as a result of temperature changes.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - March 11, 2019•Document ID: 10160493Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 15-238-19
- Date Added:
- May 28, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThis Service Information bulletin is in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding the audio unit not being able to play certain types of audio Compact Discs (CDs). Harman Gen 3.0 head units which have previously received software updates (see claims history) and Gen 3.1 head units (used in 2019MY year vehicles) cannot play ?CD Extra? or ?Enhanced CD? -type audio CDs.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - March 11, 2019•Document ID: 10160491Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 15-229-18R
- Date Added:
- May 28, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- SUBARU
SummaryThis bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing clock-related customer concerns. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as it gathers important details which will help with diagnosis and will be required should the condition not be resolved by this troubleshooting.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents