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NHTSA ID Number: 10187307
Manufacturer Communication Number: 06-59-17R
Summary
This Service Information bulletin announces availability of a new front brake pad shim kit to specifically address customer concerns of a squeaking or squealing sound on the models listed above.
NUMBER: 06-59-17R
DATE: 07/12/17
REVISED: 05/31/18
APPLICABILITY: | 2013-2015MY Legacy and Outback 2012-2016MY Impreza 2013-2017MY Crosstrek 2013-2017MY Forester 2015-2017MY WRX |
SUBJECT: | Brake Squeak or Squeal Sound, Brake Pad Shim Design Change |
INTRODUCTION:
This Service Information bulletin announces availability of a new front brake pad shim kit to specifically address customer concerns of a squeaking or squealing sound on the models listed above. The new shims incorporate a new laminated design with increased damping characteristics to eliminate vibration identified as the root cause of the sound. The new kits include shims only (NO brake pads).
PART INFORMATION:
Description | Part Number | Applicability |
SHIM-DISK KIT | 26298FJ000 | 2013MY Legacy / Outback, Impreza / Crosstrek and Forester w/ 15” and 16” brake |
26298SG000 | 2010-2014MY Legacy / Outback, WRX and Forester w/ 17” brake | |
2015MY Legacy / Outback w/ 17” brake |
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
These shim kits are to be used to address specific customer concerns of brake squeaking or squealing. The installation procedure is unchanged from the currently applicable Service Manual.
24 Affected Products
Vehicles
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
SUBARU | CROSSTREK | 2013-2017 |
SUBARU | FORESTER | 2013-2017 |
SUBARU | IMPREZA | 2012-2016 |
SUBARU | LEGACY | 2013-2015 |
SUBARU | OUTBACK | 2013-2015 |
SUBARU | WRX | 2015-2017 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
NUMBER: 06-59-17R
DATE: 07/12/17
REVISED: 05/31/18
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10187307
MC-10187307-0001.pdf 231.701KB
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- The Bosch QuietCast line draws on over 77 years of OE braking excellence; promising the highest quality performance, industry-leading strength and durability, and exclusive innovations including Molded Shim Technology (MST)
- The industry's best pre-attached OE style multilayer rubber core shims ensure the highest quality bond between rubber and steel, resulting in lower noise, increased strength, and corrosion resistance
- Rigorously formulated and tested by Bosch's engineers, the Ceramic friction material in the QuietCast line is meticulously engineered to achieve superior performance, exceptional stopping power, and quiet operation with low dust
- Powder-coated backing plate prevents rust and corrosion for increased product life of the brake pad; Slots and chamfers ensure premium quality, fit, and function
- Set includes pads for 1 axle (2 wheels), hardware kit (where available), and synthetic lubricant for reduced resistance on sliding contact points
- Vehicle tested to ensure performance that meets or exceeds industry standards
- 4-Layer noise eliminating shim
- 100% copper-free vehicle specific formulas outperform OE and competitors' brake pads that contain copper.
- Includes hardware where applicable, comprehensive coverage.
- Scion FR-S 2013, Subaru BRZ 2013, Forester 2015-2009, Impreza 2015-2008, Legacy 2014-2005, Outback 2014-2005, WRX 2015-2013, XV Crosstrek 2015-2013
- SUPER PREMIUM GRADE: Raybestos Element3 Brake Pads combine the best attributes of both ceramic and semi-metallic all in one brake pad
- SUPERIOR BRAKING POWER: Enhanced hybrid technology provides increased stopping power during aggressive braking along with improved pad wear and durability
- QUIET STOPPING: Five layered shims with electronic wear sensors promote quiet stopping in a wide variety of temperature ranges
- RIGOROUSLY TESTED: More than one million miles of on-road testing showed 20 to 25 percent improved stopping power, reduced noise and 35 percent wear reduction
- VEHICLE APPLICATIONS: 2013 Subaru FR-S; 2013-2015 Subaru BRZ; 2016-2019 Subaru Crosstrek; 2009-2018 Subaru Forester; 2008-2019 Subaru Impreza; 2005-2014 Subaru Legacy; 2005-2014 Subaru Outback; 2013-2016 Subaru WRX; 2013-2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek
- Carbon Fiber infused Evolution ceramic formula for superior braking power
- Powder coated backing plate extends life by resisting rust and corrosion
- Premium rubberized shims provide virtually noise-free braking
- Chamfered and slotted like OE pads to ensure noise-free braking
- Includes ceramic brake lubricant and premium hardware kit
- The Bosch QuietCast line draws on over 77 years of OE braking excellence; promising the highest quality performance, industry-leading strength and durability, and exclusive innovations including Molded Shim Technology (MST)
- The industry's best pre-attached OE style multilayer rubber core shims ensure the highest quality bond between rubber and steel, resulting in lower noise, increased strength, and corrosion resistance
- Rigorously formulated and tested by Bosch's engineers, the Ceramic friction material in the QuietCast line is meticulously engineered to achieve superior performance, exceptional stopping power, and quiet operation with low dust
- Powder-coated backing plate prevents rust and corrosion for increased product life of the brake pad; Slots and chamfers ensure premium quality, fit, and function
- Set includes pads for 1 axle (2 wheels), hardware kit (where available), and synthetic lubricant for reduced resistance on sliding contact points
- SUPER PREMIUM GRADE: Raybestos Element3 Brake Pads combine the best attributes of both ceramic and semi-metallic all in one brake pad
- SUPERIOR BRAKING POWER: Enhanced hybrid technology provides increased stopping power during aggressive braking along with improved pad wear and durability
- QUIET STOPPING: Five layered shims with electronic wear sensors promote quiet stopping in a wide variety of temperature ranges
- RIGOROUSLY TESTED: More than one million miles of on-road testing showed 20 to 25 percent improved stopping power, reduced noise and 35 percent wear reduction
- VEHICLE APPLICATIONS: 2013-2016 Scion FR-S; 2013-2016 Subaru BRZ; 2016-2017 Subaru Crosstrek; 2011-2018 Subaru Forester; 2011-2016 Subaru Impreza; 2013-2014 Subaru Legacy; 2013-2014 Subaru Outback; 2012 Subaru WRX; 2013-2015 Subaru XV; 2013-2015 Subaru XV Crosstreck; 2017-2020 Toyota 86
- Low dust formula ceramic brake pads designed to keep those wheels clean
- The Z17 Ceramic brake pad surfaces are thermal scorched for a fast break-in
- Chamfered and slotted like OE pad to ensure noise-free braking
- Designed for shorter break-in, better than OE
- Include premium hardware kit for easy installation
- Bosch dedicated engineering to platform specific premium materials, ensuring exceptional stopping power and quiet operation with low dust
- Quiet operation with rubber core multilayer shim provides increased strength and insulation against noise
- Advanced aerospace alloy used in patented copper free ceramic and semi-metallic friction formula is compliant with 2025 Copper Free legislation
- Protective transfer layer extends pad and rotor life
- Slots and chamfers for premium quality, fit, and function; hardware kit (where available) and synthetic lubricant included to perform a complete brake job
- The Bosch QuietCast line draws on over 77 years of OE braking excellence; promising the highest quality performance, industry-leading strength and durability, and exclusive innovations including Molded Shim Technology (MST)
- The industry's best pre-attached OE style multilayer rubber core shims ensure the highest quality bond between rubber and steel, resulting in lower noise, increased strength, and corrosion resistance
- Rigorously formulated and tested by Bosch's engineers, the Ceramic friction material in the QuietCast line is meticulously engineered to achieve superior performance, exceptional stopping power, and quiet operation with low dust
- Powder-coated backing plate prevents rust and corrosion for increased product life of the brake pad; Slots and chamfers ensure premium quality, fit, and function
- Set includes pads for 1 axle (2 wheels), hardware kit (where available), and synthetic lubricant for reduced resistance on sliding contact points
- The Bosch QuietCast line draws on over 77 years of OE braking excellence; promising the highest quality performance, industry-leading strength and durability, and exclusive innovations including Molded Shim Technology (MST)
- The industry's best pre-attached OE style multilayer rubber core shims ensure the highest quality bond between rubber and steel, resulting in lower noise, increased strength, and corrosion resistance
- Rigorously formulated and tested by Bosch's engineers, the Ceramic friction material in the QuietCast line is meticulously engineered to achieve superior performance, exceptional stopping power, and quiet operation with low dust
- Powder-coated backing plate prevents rust and corrosion for increased product life of the brake pad; Slots and chamfers ensure premium quality, fit, and function
- Set includes pads for 1 axle (2 wheels), hardware kit (where available), and synthetic lubricant for reduced resistance on sliding contact points
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Bulletin Number: 06-59-17R; Revised 05/31/18 Page 1 of 1 NUMBER: 06-59-17R DATE: 07/12/17 REVISED: 05/31/18 APPLICABILITY: 2013-2015MY Legacy and Outback 2012-2016MY Impreza 2013-2017MY Crosstrek 2013-2017MY Forester 2015-2017MY WRX SUBJECT: Brake Squeak or Squeal Sound, Brake Pad Shim Design Change CAUTION: VEHICLE SERVICING PERFORMED BY UNTRAINED PERSONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THOSE PERSONS OR TO OTHERS. Subaru Service Bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians ONLY. They are written to inform those technicians of conditions that may occur in some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper servicing of the vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do the job correctly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that this Service Bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. IS ISO 14001 COMPLIANT ISO 14001 is the international standard for excellence in Environmental Management Systems. Please recycle or dispose of automotive products in a manner that is friendly to our environment and in accordance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations. INTRODUCTION: This Service Information bulletin announces availability of a new front brake pad shim kit to specifically address customer concerns of a squeaking or squealing sound on the models listed above. The new shims incorporate a new laminated design with increased damping characteristics to eliminate vibration identified as the root cause of the sound. The new kits include shims only (NO brake pads). PART INFORMATION: Description Part Number Applicability SHIM-DISK KIT 26298FJ000 2013MY Legacy / Outback, Impreza / Crosstrek and Forester w/ 15” and 16” brake 26298SG000 2010-2014MY Legacy / Outback, WRX and Forester w/ 17” brake 2015MY Legacy / Outback w/ 17” brake SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION: These shim kits are to be used to address specific customer concerns of brake squeaking or squealing. The installation procedure is unchanged from the currently applicable Service Manual. 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. SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN ATTENTION: GENERAL MANAGER q PARTS MANAGER q CLAIMS PERSONNEL q SERVICE MANAGER q IMPORTANT – All Service Personnel Should Read and Initial in the boxes provided, right. © 2017 Subaru of America, Inc. All rights reserved.
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