Subaru WRX Service Bulletins (2017)

413 manufacturer communications on file.

• June 11, 2018•Document ID: 10142835

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-199-16R

  Date Added:

  July 16, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address a group of operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving the Clarion Display Audio unit with 6.2? display. The procedure will involve downloading the applicable software update files from Subarunet then loading them onto a flash drive for audio unit installation.

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  2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru XV CrossTrek2016 Subaru BRZ2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru BRZ2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Legacy+ 1 more
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• June 11, 2018•Document ID: 10142834

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-177-14R

  Date Added:

  July 16, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  ONLY MODELS with AVN Navigation or Display Audio system. This bulletin provides information to help diagnose and address different conditions relating to customer concerns which may arise when operating the new-generation ?Gen 2? and ?Gen 2.1? F10 Navigation and Display Audio systems. We will continue to add more helpful tips to this TSB as they become available.

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  2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback2015 Subaru XV CrossTrek
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• June 6, 2018•Document ID: 10142831

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-243-18

  Date Added:

  July 16, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin replaces TSB 12-201-16R and provides a new repair procedure to address customer concerns of the hood scoop scrubbing the finish of the hood panel in the areas shown in the photo. Due to different expansion rates between the metal hood panel and the resin material used for the hood scoop, the edges of the scoop?s rear corners may come in contact with the hood panel and abrade the finish.

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  2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru WRX
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• June 6, 2018•Document ID: 10142830

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-201-16R

  Date Added:

  July 16, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  IMPORTANT: This Service Bulletin has been as been replaced by TSB 12-243-18 dated 6/6/2018 entitled ?Paint Chipping between Hood Grille (Scoop) and Hood?. Please refer to this new bulletin for the latest information regarding this condition.

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• May 31, 2018•Document ID: 10141490

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  06-59-17R

  Date Added:

  June 18, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces availability of a new front brake pad shim kit to specifically address customer concerns of a squeaking or squealing sound on the models listed. The new shims incorporate a new laminated design with increased damping characteristics to eliminate vibration identified as the root cause of the sound. The new kits include shims only (NO brake pads).

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  2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback2015 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru XV CrossTrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback2014 Subaru XV CrossTrek2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru Impreza+ 4 more
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• May 10, 2018•Document ID: 10141499

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-222-18

  Date Added:

  June 18, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a design change to the A/C Condenser receiver-dryer assembly. The change involves the addition of a rubber end cap and retaining clip onto the bottom of the receiver-dryer tank portion to prevent corrosion intrusion and enhance sealing.

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• May 10, 2018•Document ID: 10141496

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-241-18

  Date Added:

  June 18, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  4 DOOR MODELS ONLY. This bulletin announces a change made to the trunk lid lock (latch) assembly. The purpose of this change is to improve parts integration (or ?commonality?) between models. This change is not intended to address any specific customer concern.

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• May 10, 2018•Document ID: 10141493

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  10-88-18

  Date Added:

  June 18, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a change made to the Automatic Climate Control Head Assembly. The change will address concerns where the temperature selected for cooling ?feels? warmer to the customer than the temperature displayed. The new programming will adjust the threshold for when cooling occurs to improve the air conditioning system?s cooling effect making it more closely match the customer?s selected temperature.

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  2018 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru WRX
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• May 3, 2018•Document ID: 10141495

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-238-18R

  Date Added:

  June 18, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a design change to the front door checkers used on the models listed. The new checker mechanism provides a more ?positive feel? of the detents or check positions as the front doors are opened and closed.

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• March 28, 2018•Document ID: 10133522

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-234-18

  Date Added:

  April 16, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin provides a repair procedure for replacing the foam cushion installed between the top front edge of the IP and the windshield glass. Use the supplied Service Procedure to address a customer concern involving the foam cushion becoming visible above the IP near the defroster vent outlets

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  2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru XV CrossTrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru XV CrossTrek2013 Subaru Impreza2013 Subaru XV CrossTrek2012 Subaru Impreza
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• March 28, 2018•Document ID: 10133521

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-75-13R

  Date Added:

  April 16, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  On Forester Turbo and applicable WRX models, after re-connecting the battery, if the ignition switch is turned back ?ON? within one minute after the first time the ignition is turned ?OFF?, it becomes possible for the CEL to illuminate storing DTC P0606 in memory. The code will not occur immediately, but may occur after a period of time depending upon how the vehicle is operated

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  2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Forester
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• March 23, 2018•Document ID: 10133528

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-112-18R

  Date Added:

  April 16, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition switch when the vehicle is in Park. The cause is contamination of the Park-Range switch internal components

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  2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Impreza2018 Subaru Legacy2018 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback+ 8 more
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• March 14, 2018•Document ID: 10133520

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-134-18

  Date Added:

  April 16, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin provides a new troubleshooting chart to use when diagnosing a DTC B1760 related to the Occupant Detection System (ODS). Following these diagnostic steps will help avoid unnecessary ODS sensor / seat cushion assembly replacement

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  2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru XV CrossTrek2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru XV CrossTrek2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru XV CrossTrek2013 Subaru Impreza2013 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru XV CrossTrek2012 Subaru Impreza
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• March 12, 2018•Document ID: 10133517

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  06-61-18

  Date Added:

  April 16, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of new VDC Control Module & Hydraulic Units (VDCCM&H/U) to address isolated customer concerns of the green Hill Holder light blinking and cancel warning alarm sounding during cranking / starting the engine

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  2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru XV CrossTrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback2014 Subaru XV CrossTrek2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru Impreza2013 Subaru Outback2013 Subaru XV CrossTrek2012 Subaru Forester2012 Subaru Impreza2011 Subaru Forester
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• March 2, 2018•Document ID: 10133529

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  18-192-18

  Date Added:

  April 16, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  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. The tables contained within this bulletin are to be used as guides for becoming aware of the latest changes.

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• February 13, 2018•Document ID: 10140485

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-231-18R

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a design change to the air vent grille located in the lower portion of the trunk (or cargo) area. The shutters of the vent grille are designed to open briefly and relieve cabin pressure when the doors are shut with the windows fully closed. The vent grilles have rubber ?shutters? which occasionally, may catch on the frame (case) portion and not close properly allowing outside air / odor to enter the cabin.

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  2018 Subaru BRZ2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru BRZ2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru BRZ2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru BRZ2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru XV CrossTrek2014 Subaru BRZ2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru XV CrossTrek2013 Subaru BRZ2013 Subaru Impreza2013 Subaru XV CrossTrek+ 5 more
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• February 13, 2018•Document ID: 10140470

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS; STRUCTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-231-18R

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a design change to the air vent grille located in the lower portion of the trunk (or cargo) area. The shutters of the vent grille are designed to open briefly and relieve cabin pressure when the doors are shut with the windows fully closed. The vent grilles have rubber ?shutters? which occasionally, may catch on the frame (case) portion and not close properly allowing outside air / odor to enter the cabin.

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  2018 Subaru BRZ2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru BRZ2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru BRZ2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru BRZ2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru XV CrossTrek2014 Subaru BRZ2014 Subaru Forester+ 10 more
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• February 9, 2018•Document ID: 10140483

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-133-18

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  2.0L Turbor Models only. This Service Information Bulletin announces design changes to the engine?s knock sensor which will help improve vehicle assembly line efficiency and increase durability. In some cases, the Check Engine light may illuminate and a knock sensor-related DTC set in the ECM memory: P0327, P0328, P0332 and P0333.

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• February 9, 2018•Document ID: 10140468

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-133-18

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  2.0L Turbor Models only. This Service Information Bulletin announces design changes to the engine?s knock sensor which will help improve vehicle assembly line efficiency and increase durability. In some cases, the Check Engine light may illuminate and a knock sensor-related DTC set in the ECM memory: P0327, P0328, P0332 and P0333.

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  2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Forester
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• February 6, 2018•Document ID: 10140480

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-173-18

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  2.0L Turbo Models only. This bulletin announces availability of a special turbocharger air intake duct designed to prevent EXTREMELY RARE occurrence of ice formation from condensation in the duct?s PCV system passages.

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