Design Change to the Fuel Filler Door Assembly – 2015-2016 Subaru Legacy & Outback

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NUMBER: 09-61-15R
DATE: 11/24/15
REVISED: 03/07/16

APPLICABILITY: 2015-16MY Legacy and Outback Models
SUBJECT: Design Change to the Fuel Filler Door Assembly

 

INTRODUCTION

This bulletin announces a design change to the fuel filler door (saucer) assembly to address customer concerns of it being difficult to open and / or close.  The striker portion’s shape has been changed as shown in the crosssection illustration below along with the type of plastic material used in the construction of the saucer assembly.

Latch Pin

 

IMPORTANT: This bulletin replaces TSB 09-58-14R dated 9/26/14 and 09-60-15R dated 10/26/15.

 

PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:

The new saucer assembly was incorporated into production during August, 2015 starting with the following VINs:  LegacyG*005915 and Outback: G*208318.

 

PART INFORMATION:

DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER APPLICATION
SAUCER COMPL 51478AL00C Outback
51478AL01C Legacy
LABEL FUEL 10024AA080 Legacy / Outback

 

SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION

If a complaint of the fuel filler door being hard to open or close is confirmed, replace the saucer and lock ring (seal) assembly along with a new “Unleaded Fuel Only” label using the applicable parts listed above. Follow the repair procedure outlined in the applicable Service Manual’s Security and Locks section.

NOTE:  The plastic lock ring shown below which is INCLUDED with the new saucer assembly is a one-time use part.  If needed, the lock ring is available separately by ordering p.n. 51467AL07A.

  • NEVER attempt to re-use a previously installed lock ring.
  • ALWAYS take precautions to protect the vehicle finish when removing and installing the saucer assembly.

fuel filler door

  • Affix a new “UNLEADED FUEL ONLY” label to the inside of the fuel door as shown. Always clean the area with a mild solvent on a clean shop cloth and allow to dry before application.

fuel filler door

 

WARRANTY / CLAIM INFORMATION

For vehicles within the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period or covered by a Subaru Added Security Gold plan, this repair may be submitted using the following claim information:

LABOR DESCRIPTION LABOR
OPERATION #
FAIL
CODE
LABOR
TIME
FUEL DOOR SAUCER ASSY R&R A926-421 XIK-43 0.7- Outback
0.4- Legacy

 

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

  • SOA strongly discourages the printing and/or local storage of service information as previously released information and electronic publications may be updated at any time.
  • Always check for any open recalls or campaigns anytime a vehicle is in for servicing.
  • Always refer to STIS for the latest service information before performing any repairs.

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2015/SB-10094364-2280.pdf

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