2022 Audio/Navigation & Power Amplifier Exchange Component Identification and Procedures – Subaru

NHTSA ID Number: 10216985

Manufacturer Communication Number: 15-283-21R

Summary

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

 


NUMBER: 15-283-21R
DATE: 06/28/21
REVISED: 07/13/22

INTRODUCTION

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.

 

CONTENTS

Within the terms of the Basic New Car Warranty and the one year Replacement Parts Warranty, the Exchange Program provides for replacement of a defective unit from the manufacturer.

 

In the event the vehicle is โ€œNewโ€ and โ€œIn-stockโ€,call the Vendorโ€™s Service Center prior to calling

SubarueBay logo Retailer Claims.  A new unit will be supplied rather than a remanufactured unit. If the Vendor Service Center is unable to provide a new unit, immediately contact a SubarueBay logo Retailer Claims Specialist at 1-866-782-2782 prior to placing an order for further instructions.

 

The replacement of a new unit, other than new units supplied through the exchange program, requires authorization from a SubarueBay logo of America, Inc. Retailer Claims Specialist at 1-866-782-2782.  An authorization code will be provided and must be included upon claim submission.

 

Vehicles that have been placed in demo service should use exchange units only.

 

EXCHANGE PROCEDURE FOR ALL EXCHANGE COMPONENTS

1) The defective chassis should remain in the vehicle until the exchange unit is installed.

2) Contact the applicable Service Center with the following information:

  • Retailer Code
  • Retailer Name and Address
  • VIN – All 17 Characters
  • Date of Vehicle Sale
  • Vehicle Mileage
  • Callerโ€™s Name and Telephone Number
  • Claim Number
  • Face Plate ID Number (Clarion only)
  • SubarueBay logo Part Number as shown in this bulletin
  • Customer Complaint
  • Customer Last Name

 

At this time, the Service Center will issue an exchange number. It is required that this number be provided upon claim submission.

 

An exchange chassis along with an exchange form will be shipped within 72 hours. If the exchange chassis is not received within 5 days, call the Service Center. Provide the operator with the exchange number when making inquiries.

 

3) Install the exchange unit as soon as possible upon receipt. Return the defective chassis to the manufacturer within 30 days. Return freight charges may be claimed as sublet, provided the repair was performed under the terms of the Basic New Car Warranty. Copies of the freight invoice should be attached to the repair order.

 

If the exchange unit has not been installed or the failed chassis has not been returned within 30 days, contact the Service Center. Reference the exchange number and explain the circumstances causing the delay. An extension will be granted or the retailer will be instructed to return the exchange unit. Failure to comply will result in a โ€œcharge backโ€ to the retailer for the cost of the exchange unit.

 

The retailer must return the failed component in the same approved packaging that the exchange unit arrived in.  Harman exchange units arrive with a pre-paid return shipping label.  A hard copy of the printout from the on-line order or the Exchange Request Form must be included in the core return package. Failure to use proper packaging could result in a โ€œcharge backโ€ for the cost of the exchange unit and shipping.

 

NOTE: Activation of all subscription based services is the responsibility of the vehicle owner.

 

NOTE:  For the โ€œAudio Out of Warranty Exchange / Repair Programโ€ refer to the Added Security Section 11.2.10 or Policy Adjustment Section 12.6.1 of the Claims Policies & Procedures on-line manual.

 

MANUFACTURERS BY COMPONENT

Audio/Satellite 

Clarion (Faurecia Clarion Electronics): Exchange order requests are to be made via the Web Portal.  Clarion exchange requests are processed by United Radio. The United Radio Service Center is open from 8am โ€“ 8pm Eastern Time at 1-800-448-0944.

Exchange units are ordered online using the link found in Subarunet/ Service Operations & Technical/ Forms/Downloads / Harman Kardon and Clarion Registration Instructions (urdealerservices.com) Ordering Instructions.

DENSO/Denso Ten Service Center is open from 7am-5pm Pacific Time at 1-800-237-5413.   The Exchange Fax Form is found on Subarunet/ Service Operations & Technical/ Forms/Downloads/Denso Ten Online Exchange Instructions. Click on the website address https://www.f10ncs.com

Harman: Exchange order requests are to be made via the Web Portal

Harman exchange requests are processed by United Radio.  The United Radio Service Center is open from 8am โ€“ 8pm Eastern Time at 1-800-448-0944.

Exchange units are ordered online using the link found in Subarunet/ Service Operations & Technical/ Forms/Downloads / Harman Kardon Registration Instructions (urdealerservices.com) Ordering Instructions

Caution:  If swapping an audio system for diagnostic purposes, be sure the DCM remains with the original vehicle or network communications will be severed.

Caution:  SXM ESN is assigned by VIN.  Moving audio units between vehicles will disrupt SXM services.

 

Audio/Navigation/Satellite

DENSO/Denso Ten Service Center is open from 7am-5pm Pacific Time at 1-800-237-5413.   The Exchange Fax Form is found on Subarunet/ Service Operations & Technical/ Forms/Downloads/ Denso Ten Online Exchange Instructions. Click on the website address https://www.f10ncs.com

Harman: Exchange order requests are to be made via the Web Portal

Harman exchange requests are processed by United Radio.  The United Radio Service Center is open from 8am โ€“ 8pm Eastern Time at 1-800-448-0944.

Exchange units are ordered online using the link found in Subarunet/ Service Operations &

Technical/ Forms/Downloads / Harman Kardon Registration Instructions (urdealerservices.com) Ordering Instructions

Caution:  If swapping an audio system for diagnostic purposes, be sure the DCM remains with the original vehicle or network communications will be severed.

Caution:  SXM ESN is assigned by VIN.  Moving audio units between vehicles will disrupt SXM services.

 

Power Amplifier

Harman Kardon: Exchange order requests are to be made via the Web Portal

Harman Kardon exchange requests are processed by United Radio.  The United Radio Service Center is open from 8am โ€“ 8pm Eastern Time at 1-800-448-0944.

Exchange units are ordered online using the link found in Subarunet/ Service Operations & Technical/ Forms/Downloads / Harman Kardon Registration Instructions (urdealerservices.com) Ordering Instructions

 


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1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

NUMBER: 15-283-21R
DATE: 06/28/21
REVISED: 07/13/22

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10216985

MC-10216985-0001.pdf 2434.331KB

 


NHTSA ID Number: 10210821

Manufacturer Communication Number: 15-283-21R

Summary

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

 

1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

NUMBER: 15-283-21R
DATE: 06/28/21
REVISED: 04/11/22

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10210821

MC-10210821-0001.pdf 1740.447KB

 


NHTSA ID Number: 10201812

Manufacturer Communication Number: 15-283-21R

Summary

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

 

1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

NUMBER: 15-283-21R
DATE: 06/28/21
REVISED: 09/27/21

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10201812

MC-10201812-0001.pdf 1814.324KB

 


NHTSA ID Number: 10207166

Manufacturer Communication Number: 15-283-21R

Summary

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

 

1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

NUMBER: 15-283-21R
DATE: 06/28/21
REVISED: 01/02/22

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10207166

MC-10207166-0001.pdf 1860.826KB

 


 

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