Subaru Ascent Service Bulletins (2022)

319 manufacturer communications on file.

• January 28, 2025•Document ID: 11013525

  Other
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  RC5 Head Unit OTA

  Date Added:

  February 4, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  A head unit OTA will be available via cellular network for Mid and High Grade CP1.5 head units.

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• January 17, 2025•Document ID: 11013512

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  11-205-25

  Date Added:

  February 4, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces the repair procedures to be followed when DTC P1449 (EVAP System Clog Detected) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).

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• December 19, 2024•Document ID: 11012265

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE; FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-193-24

  Date Added:

  January 3, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers).

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• December 17, 2024•Document ID: 11012261

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  VISIBILITY/WIPER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  SubaruNet Announcement

  Date Added:

  January 3, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This announcement is in regard to settlement in a class action lawsuit for vehicles that will receive a limited warranty extension for original equipment Subaru windshields experiencing a qualifying crack.

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• December 13, 2024•Document ID: 11012260

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-59-07R

  Date Added:

  January 3, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin is for information purposes only.The bulletin adresses design changes of the headlamps and rear combination lamps, where moisture and or condensation may develop on the inside of the lamp lenses.

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• December 4, 2024•Document ID: 11012257

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-151-24R

  Date Added:

  January 3, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed.

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• December 3, 2024•Document ID: 11012253

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-150-24R

  Date Added:

  January 3, 2025

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  "This bulletin announces availability of new reprogramming files developed to address the two symptoms described below: SYMPTOM 1: A jerk or judder sensation felt from the powertrain during braking with the air conditioning on. SYPMTOM 2: A shudder is felt from the powertrain along with a screeching type of sound. NOTE: Both of these symptoms are not related with a fault code. The new files contain enhanced software optimizing input clutch application along with enhanced hydraulic pressure control during braking/deceleration."

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• November 22, 2024•Document ID: 11010932

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-150-24R

  Date Added:

  December 3, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  "This bulletin announces availability of new reprogramming files developed to address the two symptoms described below: SYMPTOM 1: A jerk or judder sensation felt from the powertrain during braking with the air conditioning on. SYPMTOM 2: A shudder is felt from the powertrain along with a screeching type of sound. NOTE: Both of these symptoms are not related with a fault code."

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• November 22, 2024•Document ID: 11010931

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES

  Mfr Comm. #:

  06-92-24R

  Date Added:

  December 3, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage for the front brake on 2019-24 model year Ascent models to 8 years (96 months) or 150,000 miles (whichever comes first) to address cases of front brake pulsation or squealing.

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• November 22, 2024•Document ID: 11010928

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SEAT BELTS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  17-20-24

  Date Added:

  December 3, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a design change made to the second row inner seat belt buckle assembly to address cases of the seat belt indicator warnings not turning off after the buckle is fully latched.

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• November 21, 2024•Document ID: 11010905

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE:BODY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-251-23R

  Date Added:

  December 2, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces the initialization service procedures to be followed when diagnosing and/or repairing Power Rear Gate (PRG) systems.

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• November 14, 2024•Document ID: 11010925

  Other
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  SubaruNet Announcement

  Date Added:

  December 3, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This annocement is to inform dealers to the Gen 3.1 Head Unit OTA will be available via Wi-Fi. The update will take place in multiple batches with the first beginneing November 15th and the last being Decemeber 3rd. This update is for approximatelt 714,000 VINs.

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• November 8, 2024•Document ID: 11010919

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-236-18R

  Date Added:

  December 2, 2024

  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 utilized in the models as listed.

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• November 7, 2024•Document ID: 11010910

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-151-24R

  Date Added:

  December 2, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed.

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• October 31, 2024•Document ID: 11009701

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  UNKNOWN OR OTHER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-130-08R

  Date Added:

  November 4, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin details an important regulation issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) which impacts the way some vehicles with accessories are sold. This regulation applies to any automobile retailer installing accessories on a vehicle prior to its first sale.

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• October 31, 2024•Document ID: 11009699

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE; POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-150-24R

  Date Added:

  November 4, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of new reprogramming files developed to address symptoms which a jerk or judder sensation can be felt from the powertrain during braking with air conditioning on, or a shudder felt from the powertrain along with a screeching type of sound.

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• October 29, 2024•Document ID: 11009698

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-142-23R

  Date Added:

  November 4, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when DTC P2715 (Pressure Control Solenoid “D” Stuck On) is detected by the Transmission Control Module (TCM).

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• October 28, 2024•Document ID: 11009696

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  UNKNOWN OR OTHER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15-284-21R

  Date Added:

  November 4, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information Bulletin has been prepared to inform retailer employees and Technicians of the impact of the Massachusetts Data Law regarding Right to Repair.

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• October 22, 2024•Document ID: 11009694

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-151-24

  Date Added:

  November 4, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed.

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• October 7, 2024•Document ID: 11009690

  Other
  SERVICE BRAKES

  Mfr Comm. #:

  SubaruNet Announcement

  Date Added:

  November 4, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Subaru of America, Inc. has announced a warranty extension to the front brakes which will address concerns related to squeak and or judder noises. This is related to Ascent vehicles manufactured prior to January 11th, 2024.

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