Subaru WRX Service Bulletins

1,134 manufacturer communications on file.

• April 5, 2021•Document ID: 10191580

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:COMPRESSOR

  Mfr Comm. #:

  10-98-20R

  Date Added:

  May 4, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of new A/C compressor assemblies designed to address customer concerns of reduced system performance accompanied by a rattling and / or scraping type sound.

  Associated Products (3)

  2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru WRX
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• March 25, 2021•Document ID: 10189606

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-280-21R

  Date Added:

  April 2, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Gen1 Telematics Reprogramming for 3G Sunset.

  Associated Products (17)

  2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru Impreza2018 Subaru Legacy2018 Subaru Outback2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback
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• February 26, 2021•Document ID: 10188201

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  05-84-21

  Date Added:

  March 4, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of new front wheel hub assemblies incorporating bearing surfaces having increased resistance to imperfections resulting from shock loads.

  Associated Products (25)

  2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback2020 Subaru Ascent2020 Subaru Forester2020 Subaru Legacy2020 Subaru Outback2020 Subaru WRX2019 Subaru Ascent2019 Subaru Forester2019 Subaru Legacy2019 Subaru Outback2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru Legacy2018 Subaru Outback2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback+ 5 more
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• February 22, 2021•Document ID: 10188193

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; WHEELS:HUB

  Mfr Comm. #:

  05-76-20R

  Date Added:

  March 4, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of new front wheel hub assemblies incorporating bearing surfaces having increased resistance to imperfections resulting from shock loads.

  Associated Products (18)

  2019 Subaru Crosstrek2019 Subaru Impreza2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Crosstrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru WRX
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• February 12, 2021•Document ID: 10188173

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-221-18R

  Date Added:

  March 4, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin provides helpful information about operating conditions observed in the field for Technicians to use when diagnosing customer concerns which may arise while operating Harman Gen 3 Navigation and Display Audio systems.

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  2021 Subaru Ascent2021 Subaru Crosstrek2021 Subaru Impreza2021 Subaru WRX2020 Subaru Ascent2020 Subaru BRZ2020 Subaru Crosstrek2020 Subaru Impreza2020 Subaru WRX2019 Subaru Ascent2019 Subaru BRZ2019 Subaru Crosstrek2019 Subaru Impreza2019 Subaru Legacy2019 Subaru Outback2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru BRZ2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Impreza2018 Subaru Legacy+ 2 more
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• February 10, 2021•Document ID: 10188170

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-236-18R

  Date Added:

  March 4, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  The 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.

  Associated Products (19)

  2021 Subaru Ascent2021 Subaru Crosstrek2021 Subaru Forester2021 Subaru Impreza2021 Subaru WRX2020 Subaru Ascent2020 Subaru BRZ2020 Subaru Crosstrek2020 Subaru Forester2020 Subaru Impreza2020 Subaru WRX2019 Subaru Ascent2019 Subaru BRZ2019 Subaru Crosstrek2019 Subaru Forester2019 Subaru Impreza2019 Subaru Legacy2019 Subaru Outback2019 Subaru WRX
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• February 4, 2021•Document ID: 10188164

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  11-199-20R

  Date Added:

  March 4, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM).

  Associated Products (11)

  2020 Subaru WRX2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Forester
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• February 4, 2021•Document ID: 10188163

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  11-201-21

  Date Added:

  March 4, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM). The new files will address DTC P0116 and hard starting in cold temperature concerns when an accessory engine block heater is utilized.

  Associated Products (16)

  2020 Subaru WRX2019 Subaru Legacy2019 Subaru Outback2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru Legacy2018 Subaru Outback2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback2015 Subaru WRX
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• February 1, 2021•Document ID: 10187317

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-107-17R

  Date Added:

  February 18, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Powertrain Warranty coverage for the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) on the above listed models and model years from the original five (5) years or sixty thousand (60,000) miles (whichever comes first) to ten (10) years or one-hundred thousand (100,000) miles (whichever comes first).

  Associated Products (22)

  2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Crosstrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback2013 Subaru Crosstrek2013 Subaru Impreza2013 Subaru Legacy2013 Subaru Outback2012 Subaru Impreza2012 Subaru Legacy2012 Subaru Outback2011 Subaru Legacy2011 Subaru Outback+ 2 more
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• February 1, 2021•Document ID: 10187312

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SEATS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-222-17R

  Date Added:

  February 18, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of a redesigned stay (reinforcement) to address isolated customer concerns of a creaking-type sound from the r/rear seat cushion / backrest hinge area.

  Associated Products (3)

  2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru WRX
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• February 1, 2021•Document ID: 10187307

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

  Mfr Comm. #:

  06-59-17R

  Date Added:

  February 18, 2021

  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 above.

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  2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Crosstrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback2013 Subaru Crosstrek2013 Subaru Forester+ 4 more
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• February 1, 2021•Document ID: 10187305

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

  Mfr Comm. #:

  01-168-09r

  Date Added:

  February 18, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.

  Associated Products (17)

  2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru WRX2012 Subaru WRX2011 Subaru Impreza2011 Subaru WRX2010 Subaru Impreza2010 Subaru WRX2009 Subaru Impreza2009 Subaru WRX2008 Subaru Impreza2008 Subaru WRX2007 Subaru Legacy2007 Subaru Outback2006 Subaru Legacy2006 Subaru Outback2005 Subaru Legacy2005 Subaru Outback
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• February 1, 2021•Document ID: 10187315

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  14-22-16R

  Date Added:

  February 18, 2021

  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.

  Associated Products (173)

  2021 Subaru Ascent2021 Subaru Crosstrek2021 Subaru Forester2021 Subaru Impreza2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru WRX2020 Subaru Ascent2020 Subaru BRZ2020 Subaru Crosstrek2020 Subaru Forester2020 Subaru Impreza2020 Subaru Legacy2020 Subaru Outback2020 Subaru WRX2019 Subaru Ascent2019 Subaru BRZ2019 Subaru Crosstrek2019 Subaru Forester2019 Subaru Impreza+ 153 more
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• January 26, 2021•Document ID: 10186399

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SEATS; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-308-21

  Date Added:

  February 1, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a design change made to the front seat hinge bolts.

  Associated Products (24)

  2019 Subaru Legacy2019 Subaru Outback2018 Subaru Legacy2018 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Crosstrek2014 Subaru Forester+ 4 more
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• January 22, 2021•Document ID: 10186347

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-131-12R

  Date Added:

  February 1, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  The purpose of this bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming from the timing chain cover, front camshaft cap, camshaft carrier, and/or upper oil pan.

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  2019 Subaru Forester2019 Subaru Impreza2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru Impreza2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru Impreza2012 Subaru Forester+ 1 more
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• January 14, 2021•Document ID: 10186391

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-219-18R

  Date Added:

  February 1, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin provides information related to error code 202 and/or 204 generated during the Gen 2 Telematics subscription process. This bulletin is applicable to all 2019-2021MY vehicles equipped with a Gen. 2 Telematics System.

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  2021 Subaru Ascent2021 Subaru Crosstrek2021 Subaru Forester2021 Subaru Impreza2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru WRX2020 Subaru Ascent2020 Subaru BRZ2020 Subaru Crosstrek2020 Subaru Forester2020 Subaru Impreza2020 Subaru Legacy2020 Subaru Outback2020 Subaru WRX2019 Subaru Ascent2019 Subaru BRZ2019 Subaru Crosstrek2019 Subaru Forester2019 Subaru Impreza+ 3 more
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• January 14, 2021•Document ID: 10186389

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-195-16R

  Date Added:

  February 1, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM). This update is applicable to all models equipped with a STARLINK Telematics System.

  Associated Products (7)

  2021 Subaru Ascent2021 Subaru Crosstrek2021 Subaru Forester2021 Subaru Impreza2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru WRX
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• January 14, 2021•Document ID: 10186378

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-267-20R

  Date Added:

  February 1, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin provides information related to the telematics system's Automatic Collision Notification (ACN) and Advanced Automatic Collision Notification (AACN) feature operation, diagnostic tips, and best practices.

  Associated Products (38)

  2021 Subaru Ascent2021 Subaru Crosstrek2021 Subaru Forester2021 Subaru Impreza2021 Subaru Legacy2021 Subaru Outback2021 Subaru WRX2020 Subaru Ascent2020 Subaru Crosstrek2020 Subaru Forester2020 Subaru Impreza2020 Subaru Legacy2020 Subaru Outback2020 Subaru WRX2019 Subaru Ascent2019 Subaru Crosstrek2019 Subaru Forester2019 Subaru Impreza2019 Subaru Legacy2019 Subaru Outback+ 18 more
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• January 12, 2021•Document ID: 10186366

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  03-78-17R

  Date Added:

  February 1, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing.

  Associated Products (6)

  2020 Subaru WRX2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru WRX
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• January 12, 2021•Document ID: 10186364

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  03-82-18R

  Date Added:

  February 1, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing.

  Associated Products (76)

  2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Crosstrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback2013 Subaru Crosstrek2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru Impreza+ 56 more
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