Subaru WRX Service Bulletins (2016)

429 manufacturer communications on file.

• September 22, 2017•Document ID: 10131629

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STEERING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  04-17-17R

  Date Added:

  April 2, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin provides a service procedure to address isolated customer concerns of a rattling sound identified as coming from the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) rack assembly. The repair involves installation of a new tension spring for the worm gear to reduce / eliminate the condition. It should be noted the condition is NOT detrimental to the operation of the EPS system.

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  2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback2015 Subaru WRX
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• September 11, 2017•Document ID: 10131632

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-170-17

  Date Added:

  April 2, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This 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.

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  2018 Subaru Crosstrek2018 Subaru Forester2018 Subaru Impreza2018 Subaru Legacy2018 Subaru Outback2018 Subaru WRX2017 Subaru BRZ2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru BRZ2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX+ 19 more
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• August 16, 2017•Document ID: 10117555

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-190-15R

  Date Added:

  September 14, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. The exchange program policy can also be found in Sections 8.4.9 and 11.2.10 of your Claims Policies and Procedures Manual found in subarunet.

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  2016 Subaru BRZ2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX
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• August 8, 2017•Document ID: 10117543

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  11-174-17R

  Date Added:

  September 14, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the ECM and address the following customer concerns: * Check Engine light coming on (with DTC P05A0 stored in memory). * Potential battery discharge (dead battery) after repeated periods of short-trip driving. * A high (or "hanging") engine RPM after depressing the clutch pedal (Forester only).

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  2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback2015 Subaru WRX
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• June 26, 2017•Document ID: 10117528

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-166-17R

  Date Added:

  September 14, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin outlines design changes made to the upper oil pan assembly on FA and FB engines used on the models listed above. There have been isolated cases where the sealer used between the upper oil pan and the crankcase has become displaced resulting in engine oil seepage. Revisions made to the upper oil pan casting: * The mating flange thickness of the casting in the area identified as the cause for the seepage has been increased by 5.5mm. (See images provided in the Parts Information section below.) This thickness increase creates the need for a longer bolt to provide proper tightening and retention. * An additional mounting point has been added to the ribbing inside the casting to increase retention of the steel baffle plate and eliminate vibration.

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  2017 Subaru BRZ2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru BRZ2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru BRZ2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru XV CrossTrek2014 Subaru BRZ2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru XV CrossTrek2013 Subaru BRZ2013 Subaru Forester+ 3 more
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• June 23, 2017•Document ID: 10117535

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  11-174-17R

  Date Added:

  September 14, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the ECM and address the following customer concerns: * Check Engine light coming on (with DTC P05A0 stored in memory). * Potential battery discharge (dead battery) after repeated periods of short-trip driving. * A high (or "hanging") engine RPM after depressing the clutch pedal (Forester only).

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  2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback2015 Subaru WRX
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• June 22, 2017•Document ID: 10117532

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-118-17R

  Date Added:

  September 14, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Models with SRVD Only. This bulletin provides revised diagnostic and repair procedures to address DTC B2327 for the Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD), Blind-Spot Detection (BSD) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system on the applicable models listed above. Under very specific (rare) conditions, the radar function of the SRVD system may experience a communication error and cause the SRVD warning lamp to illuminate. In addition, under certain highway driving conditions, an improper signal calculation by the system may cause a Cancel Code B2328 to set which will also cause the SRVD warning lamp to illuminate.

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  2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru WRX
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• June 15, 2017•Document ID: 10117529

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-168-17

  Date Added:

  September 14, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces a material change to the engine accessory drive / v-belt made to address customer concerns of a slipping belt (squeal or chirping) sound.

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  2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 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 Outback2015 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru XV CrossTrek2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Legacy+ 10 more
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• April 20, 2017•Document ID: 10111087

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH; STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-201-16R

  Date Added:

  August 14, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This new bulletin replaces TSB 12-186-15 and announces 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 below. 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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  2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru WRX
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• April 20, 2017•Document ID: 10111086

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-103-16R

  Date Added:

  August 14, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Investigation has identified a likely source of the seepage to be the sealant used on the CVT's oil pump chain cover. The repair involves removal, a thorough cleaning and inspection of the sealing surfaces followed by re-sealing the cover.

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  2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Forester2012 Subaru Legacy2012 Subaru Outback2011 Subaru Legacy2011 Subaru Outback2010 Subaru Legacy2010 Subaru Outback
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• March 31, 2017•Document ID: 10111083

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-205-16R

  Date Added:

  August 14, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving "Gen 2" F10 Navigation and Display Audio units with 7" display. The procedure will involve downloading the applicable software update files from Subarunet then loading them onto a flash drive for audio unit installation. It is important to read through and understand this information completely before proceeding. These latest software updates contain new logic to address the following concerns: * Mirrorlink 1.1 updates * Enable Mute function for Navigation guidance * Incomplete display of intersection names in combination meter * Increased accuracy of the XM Traffic information displayed * Intermittent delay (approximately 1 minute) in display of map information after initial start-up of Navigation function (2015MY Legacy and Outback only).

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  2017 Subaru Forester2017 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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• March 10, 2017•Document ID: 10111074

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-166-17

  Date Added:

  August 14, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin outlines design changes made to the upper oil pan assembly on FA and FB engines used on the models listed above. There have been isolated cases where the sealer used between the upper oil pan and the crankcase has become displaced resulting in engine oil seepage.

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  2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru BRZ2016 Subaru Crosstrek2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Impreza2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru BRZ2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru XV CrossTrek2014 Subaru BRZ2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru XV CrossTrek2013 Subaru BRZ2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru Impreza+ 2 more
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• February 23, 2017•Document ID: 10131692

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  1117117

  Date Added:

  April 2, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the ECM and address isolated customer concerns of a spark knock (engine ping) -type sound.

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  2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru WRX
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• February 15, 2017•Document ID: 10131699

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  096516R

  Date Added:

  April 2, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  REVISED. This bulletin announces a design change of the fuel injector used on 2.0L DIT models to prevent water intrusion. A new silicone rubber cover has been developed and incorporated into production for this purpose.

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  2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Forester
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• February 5, 2017•Document ID: 10131703

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  169816

  Date Added:

  April 2, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files for optimization of the transmission control module (TCM). The new logic addresses customer concerns of inconsistent shifting characteristics and / or a ?slipping? -type sensation which may be experienced under moderate acceleration after a cold start before the CVT is up to operating temperature.

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  2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru WRX
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• December 30, 2016•Document ID: 10111071

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  09-65-16

  Date Added:

  August 14, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a design change of the fuel injector used on 2.0L DIT models to prevent water intrusion. A new silicone rubber cover has been developed and incorporated into production for this purpose.

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  2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru WRX
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• December 29, 2016•Document ID: 10111072

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  11-170-16

  Date Added:

  August 14, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  2.0L DIT Models only. This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the ECM. These files will address a customer concern of the Check Engine Light illuminating as a result of DTC P2270 being stored in the ECM.

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  2016 Subaru WRX
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• December 27, 2016•Document ID: 10111069

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-164-16

  Date Added:

  August 14, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the internal contact portion of the oil pressure switch to increase durability

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  2016 Subaru BRZ2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru BRZ2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Impreza2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback2015 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru XV CrossTrek2014 Subaru BRZ2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Impreza2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback2014 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru XV CrossTrek2013 Subaru BRZ2013 Subaru Forester2013 Subaru Impreza+ 44 more
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• December 16, 2016•Document ID: 10111067

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  09-64-16

  Date Added:

  August 14, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces a change to the shape of the rubber cap used on the flange nuts securing the sub-level sending unit to the fuel tank. In addition, two of the caps are now used in production instead of only one. This change was made to enhance productivity during vehicle assembly.

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  2017 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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• December 14, 2016•Document ID: 10111066

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-103-16

  Date Added:

  August 14, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Only Models Equipped with TR690 CVT only. This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Investigation has identified a likely source of the seepage to be the sealant used on the CVT's oil pump chain cover. The repair involves removal, a thorough cleaning and inspection of the sealing surfaces followed by re-sealing the cover.

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  2017 Subaru Forester2017 Subaru Legacy2017 Subaru Outback2017 Subaru WRX2016 Subaru Forester2016 Subaru Legacy2016 Subaru Outback2016 Subaru WRX2015 Subaru Forester2015 Subaru Legacy2015 Subaru Outback2015 Subaru WRX2014 Subaru Forester2014 Subaru Legacy2014 Subaru Outback2013 Subaru Legacy2013 Subaru Outback2012 Subaru Legacy2012 Subaru Outback2011 Subaru Legacy+ 3 more
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