Subaru Outback Service Bulletins (2003)

199 manufacturer communications on file.

• 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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• January 4, 2021•Document ID: 10186348

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  01-168-09R

  Date Added:

  February 1, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.

  Associated Products (142)

  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+ 122 more
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• August 26, 2020•Document ID: 10179416

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  03-82-18R

  Date Added:

  September 4, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This service information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models listed.

  Associated Products (75)

  2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Crosstrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback+ 55 more
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• August 4, 2020•Document ID: 10179378

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  14-22-16R

  Date Added:

  September 4, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.

  Associated Products (171)

  2021 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 Impreza2019 Subaru Legacy2019 Subaru Outback+ 151 more
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• April 30, 2020•Document ID: 10174543

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  01-181-20

  Date Added:

  May 4, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)

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  2021 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 Impreza2019 Subaru Legacy2019 Subaru Outback2019 Subaru WRX2018 Subaru BRZ2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Forester+ 147 more
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• February 4, 2020•Document ID: 10171869

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  AIR BAGS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  TKA-20R

  Date Added:

  March 2, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model year Baja vehicles, 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, 2004-2011 model year Impreza vehicles, and 2004-2014 WRX (including STI) vehicles equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger-side frontal air bag containing the propellant Phase Stabilized Ammonium Nitrate (PSAN).

  Associated Products (48)

  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+ 28 more
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• January 15, 2020•Document ID: 10171076

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  AIR BAGS; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  TKA, TKB, TKC-20

  Date Added:

  February 5, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model year Baja vehicles, 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, 2004-2011 model year Impreza vehicles, and 2004- 2014 WRX (including STI) vehicles equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger-side frontal air bag containing the propellant Phase Stabilized Ammonium Nitrate (PSAN).

  Associated Products (48)

  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+ 28 more
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• January 6, 2020•Document ID: 10171075

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  AIR BAGS; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  Subaru Announcem

  Date Added:

  February 5, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Takata Like for Like recalls- TKA20 (Zone A), TKB20 (Zone B), TKC20 (Zone C).

  Associated Products (48)

  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+ 28 more
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• July 11, 2019•Document ID: 10163525

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

  Mfr Comm. #:

  06-68-19R

  Date Added:

  August 6, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven or premature wear of the replacement brake pads. This additional instruction applies to all models with brake pads using the upper and lower pad clips and has been added to the brake pad installation procedures found in the related Service Manuals.

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  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+ 118 more
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• May 21, 2019•Document ID: 10161824

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  Subaru Tech Tips

  Date Added:

  July 1, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.

  Associated Products (157)

  2019 Subaru Ascent2019 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 Legacy+ 137 more
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• May 6, 2019•Document ID: 10161813

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  14-22-16R

  Date Added:

  July 1, 2019

  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 (157)

  2019 Subaru Ascent2019 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 Legacy+ 137 more
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• November 13, 2018•Document ID: 10153183

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM; STEERING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  04-13-09R

  Date Added:

  February 19, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This post was revised in error. It has been corrected back and removed from the posting list. The message was corrected on 04-13-14R posting dated 11/14/2018.

  Associated Products (28)

  2011 Subaru Impreza2010 Subaru Impreza2009 Subaru Impreza2008 Subaru Forester2008 Subaru Impreza2007 Subaru Forester2007 Subaru Impreza2007 Subaru Legacy2007 Subaru Outback2006 Subaru Forester2006 Subaru Impreza2006 Subaru Legacy2006 Subaru Outback2005 Subaru Forester2005 Subaru Impreza2005 Subaru Legacy2005 Subaru Outback2004 Subaru Forester2004 Subaru Impreza2004 Subaru Legacy+ 8 more
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• October 26, 2018•Document ID: 10150949

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  03-82-18

  Date Added:

  December 10, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases where the operator keeps a foot on the clutch pedal for extended periods, an increased amount of heat is generated which can cause the grease inside the bearing to deteriorate. In a case of prolonged clutch pedal application, seizure of the bearing can occur with potential damage to other related components.

  Associated Products (76)

  2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru Impreza2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Crosstrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Legacy+ 56 more
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• October 26, 2018•Document ID: 10150924

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  03-82-18

  Date Added:

  December 10, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases where the operator keeps a foot on the clutch pedal for extended periods, an increased amount of heat is generated which can cause the grease inside the bearing to deteriorate. In a case of prolonged clutch pedal application, seizure of the bearing can occur with potential damage to other related components.

  Associated Products (76)

  2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Crosstrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback+ 56 more
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• February 6, 2018•Document ID: 10140479

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-172-18R

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns. This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface of the rocker cover. The new o-ring utilizes material which has an increased resistance to engine heat.

  Associated Products (56)

  2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru Forester2013 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 Outback2010 Subaru WRX+ 36 more
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• February 6, 2018•Document ID: 10140424

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-172-18R

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns. This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface of the rocker cover. The new o-ring utilizes material which has an increased resistance to engine heat.

  Associated Products (56)

  2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru WRX2013 Subaru Forester2013 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 Outback2010 Subaru WRX+ 36 more
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• November 16, 2016•Document ID: 10120997

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  01-168-09R

  Date Added:

  October 27, 2017

  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 (111)

  2017 Subaru BRZ2017 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 WRX2016 Subaru XV CrossTrek2015 Subaru BRZ2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza+ 91 more
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• September 30, 2016•Document ID: 10131647

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  01-168-09R

  Date Added:

  April 2, 2018

  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 (111)

  2017 Subaru BRZ2017 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 WRX2016 Subaru XV CrossTrek2015 Subaru BRZ2015 Subaru Crosstrek2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza+ 91 more
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• May 27, 2016•Document ID: 10139522

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  AIR BAGS; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  TKA-B-C

  Date Added:

  June 4, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Subject: Takata Recall Expansion ? New Subaru Recall Campaigns TKA-16, TKB-16, TKC-16 covering all non-desiccated frontal Takata PSAN inflators. Each phase of the expansions will address the most at risk vehicles first and is divided into three geographic zones based on temperature fluctuations and humidity and the exposure time required under those environmental conditions to degrade the propellant to the point where it poses an unreasonable risk to safety.

  Associated Products (10)

  2011 Subaru Legacy2011 Subaru Outback2010 Subaru Legacy2010 Subaru Outback2009 Subaru Legacy2009 Subaru Outback2004 Subaru Legacy2004 Subaru Outback2003 Subaru Legacy2003 Subaru Outback
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• May 4, 2016•Document ID: 10139471

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  AIR BAGS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WQR53-memo

  Date Added:

  June 4, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  NHTSA announced in a press conference today,  the planned expansion of the airbag inflator recall to an additional 35 to 40 million vehicles from various manufacturers nationwide. We are currently assessing which of our models may be covered. We hope to make that determination soon. When specific vehicles are identified, owners will be notified plus vehicle identification numbers (VINs) can be researched on Subaru.com or on the NHTSA web site Safercar.gov.

  Associated Products (21)

  2011 Subaru Forester2011 Subaru Impreza2011 Subaru Legacy2011 Subaru Outback2010 Subaru Forester2010 Subaru Impreza2010 Subaru Legacy2010 Subaru Outback2009 Subaru Forester2009 Subaru Impreza2009 Subaru Legacy2009 Subaru Outback2008 Subaru Impreza2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca2007 Subaru Impreza2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca2006 Subaru Impreza2004 Subaru Legacy2004 Subaru Outback2003 Subaru Legacy+ 1 more
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