LED Headlamp Deformation -Design Change – 2015-2018 Subaru WRX & WRX STI

NHTSA ID Number: 10144875

Manufacturer Communication Number: 07-139-18R

Summary

This bulletin outlines a design change made to the inner lens extension portion of the LED headlamp assembly. Under the right conditions, the shape of the lens for the actual head lamp light source can cause sunlight to be focused onto the extension portion of the lens resulting in deformation. A heat-resistant shade has been added to protect the affected area.

 

8 Affected Products

Vehicles

SUBARUeBay logoWRXeBay logo2015-2018
SUBARUeBay logoWRXeBay logo STIeBay logo2015-2018

 


INTRODUCTION:

This bulletin outlines a design change made to the inner lens extension portion of the LED headlamp assembly.  Under the right conditions, the shape of the lens for the actual head lamp light source can cause sunlight to be focused onto the extension portion of the lens resulting in deformation.  A heat-resistant shade has been added to protect the affected area.

 

PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:

The new headlamp assemblies were incorporated into production starting with VIN J9839581.

 

PART INFORMATION:

Description Part NumberApplicability
LENS AND BODY- HEAD LAMP RIGHT84913VA3212018MY WRXeBay logo and WRXeBay logo STIeBay logo (exc. RA model)
LENS AND BODY- HEAD LAMP LEFT84913VA331
LAMP ASSEMBLY- HEAD RIGHT84002VA261
LAMP ASSEMBLY- HEAD LEFT84002VA271

 

The images below show the affected area of the lens where the deformation can occur along with a comparison between the new style lamp with the shade added and the original.

IMPORTANT NOTE:  When replacing affected assemblies under Warranty, the “Lens and Body” part numbers must be used for the repair NOT the complete assemblies.

 

SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:

REMINDER:  Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs.

IMPORTANT:  When either headlamp is confirmed to have the described condition, BOTH left and right must be replaced as a set.

The service procedures for headlamp replacement remain unchanged.  Always refer to the applicable Service Manual and review the full requirements of the repair being performed.  The Service Manual procedures contain information critical to performing an effective repair the first time and every time.  This includes but is not limited to: important SAFETY precautions, proper inspection criteria, necessary special tools, required processes and related one-time-use parts needed for a complete and lasting repair.



NUMBER: 07-139-18R
DATE: 08/09/18
REVISED: 08/24/18

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10144875
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2018/MC-10144875-9999.pdf

 


 

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