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NHTSA ID Number: 10241843
Manufacturer Communication Number: 09-106-23R
Summary
This bulletin announces design changes made to the Exhaust Pipe Front (EPF) to address concerns of rattle-type or fluttering sounds coming from the undercarriage during acceleration caused by crackingin the EPF.
NUMBER: 09-106-23R
DATE: 07/11/23
REVISED: 08/24/23
APPLICABILITY: | 2020-23MY Outback & Legacy With 2.4L DIT 2019-23MY Ascent |
SUBJECT: | Exhaust Pipe Front (EPF) Design Change |
INTRODUCTION:
This bulletin announces design changes made to the Exhaust Pipe Front (EPF) to address concerns of rattle-type or fluttering sounds coming from the undercarriage during acceleration caused by cracking in the EPF. A welding material with enhanced durability has been incorporated into the production of the EPF. If the condition described is confirmed, the EPF should be inspected and if determined necessary, replaced.
PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:
The new EPF has been incorporated into vehicle production as per the table below.
Model | Starting VIN |
Legacy | P3008074 |
Outback | P3154038 |
Ascent | P3409668 |
DESCRIPTION OF DESIGN CHANGE:
PART INFORMATION:
REMINDER: Always order the most up-to-date replacement parts based on the specific VIN being repaired.
Part Description | Part Number | Quantity |
EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY-FRONT | 44610AC61B | 1 |
FLANGE BOLT | 010106160 | As Needed |
FLANGE NUT | 023806000 | As Needed |
GSKT EXH PIPE R | 44011AG000 | 1 |
GASKET UNON BANJO | 17556AA000 | 1 |
GSKT-EXH MANIF | 14038AA050 | 2 |
GASKET CR | 44022AA123 | 1 |
NUT | 902350001 | 6 |
GASKET-EXHAUST | 44616AA310 | 1 |
GASKET-EXHAUST | 44616AA320 | 1 |
NOTE: The parts listed above in gray are one-time use only.
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
REMINDER: Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs.
The service procedures for front exhaust pipe 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, 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.
Refer to the applicable Subaru Service Manual: Engine > EXHAUST > Front Exhaust Pipe
NOTES:
- The Service Manual uses a black star («) in the component breakdown illustration to indicate one-time use parts.
- Refer to the applicable Service Manual and review: General Description > Repair Contents > Action required before & after Battery Disconnect. Additionally, record any stored seat position(s) before proceeding. Relearn any seat position memory after work is complete. If the power rear gate (PRG) height has been customized, that position must also be noted and relearned.
- Whenever reconnecting the ground cable terminal to the battery sensor, torque to 7.5Nm (5.5ft.-lbs. or 66inch-lbs.) while supporting the sensor with the other hand as outlined in the applicable Service Manual under: STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS > Battery Sensor.
13 Affected Products
Vehicles
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
SUBARU | ASCENT | 2019-2023 |
SUBARU | LEGACY | 2020-2023 |
SUBARU | OUTBACK | 2020-2023 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
NUMBER: 09-106-23R
DATE: 07/11/23
REVISED: 08/24/23
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10241843
MC-10241843-0001.pdf 547.517KB
NHTSA ID Number: 10240109
Manufacturer Communication Number: 09-106-23
Summary
This bulletin announces design changes made to the Exhaust Pipe Front (EPF) to address concerns of rattle-type or fluttering sounds coming from the undercarriage during acceleration caused by cracking in the EPF.
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
NUMBER: 09-106-23
DATE: 07/11/23
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10240109
MC-10240109-0001.pdf 547.202KB
NHTSA ID Number: 10240108
Manufacturer Communication Number: 09-106-23
Summary
This bulletin announces design changes made to the Exhaust Pipe Front (EPF) to address concerns of rattle-type or fluttering sounds coming from the undercarriage during acceleration caused by cracking in the EPF.
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
NUMBER: 09-106-23
DATE: 07/11/23
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10240108
MC-10240108-0001.pdf 547.202KB
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Bulletin Number: 09-106-23R; Revised: 08/24/23 Page 1 of 3 SERVICE BULLETIN Continued… 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. NUMBER: 09-106-23R DATE: 07/11/23 REVISED: 08/24/23 APPLICABILITY: 2020-23MY Outback & Legacy With 2.4L DIT 2019-23MY Ascent SUBJECT: Exhaust Pipe Front (EPF) Design Change INTRODUCTION: This bulletin announces design changes made to the Exhaust Pipe Front (EPF) to address concerns of rattle-type or fluttering sounds coming from the undercarriage during acceleration caused by cracking in the EPF. A welding material with enhanced durability has been incorporated into the production of the EPF. If the condition described is confirmed, the EPF should be inspected and if determined necessary, replaced. PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION: The new EPF has been incorporated into vehicle production as per the table below. Model Starting VIN Legacy P3008074 Outback P3154038 Ascent P3409668 DESCRIPTION OF DESIGN CHANGE: 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. ©2023 Subaru of America, Inc. All rights reserved. Bulletin Number: 09-106-23R; Revised: 08/24/23 Page 2 of 3 Continued… PART INFORMATION: REMINDER: Always order the most up-to-date replacement parts based on the specific VIN being repaired. Part Description Part Number Quantity EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY-FRONT 44610AC61B 1 FLANGE BOLT 010106160 As Needed FLANGE NUT 023806000 As Needed GSKT EXH PIPE R 44011AG000 1 GASKET UNON BANJO 17556AA000 1 GSKT-EXH MANIF 14038AA050 2 GASKET CR 44022AA123 1 NUT 902350001 6 GASKET-EXHAUST 44616AA310 1 GASKET-EXHAUST 44616AA320 1 NOTE: The parts listed above in gray are one-time use only. SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION: REMINDER: Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs. The service procedures for front exhaust pipe 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, 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. Refer to the applicable Subaru Service Manual: Engine > EXHAUST > Front Exhaust Pipe NOTES: • The Service Manual uses a black star () in the component breakdown illustration to indicate one-time use parts. • Refer to the applicable Service Manual and review: General Description > Repair Contents > Action required before & after Battery Disconnect. Additionally, record any stored seat position(s) before proceeding. Relearn any seat position memory after work is complete. If the power rear gate (PRG) height has been customized, that position must also be noted and relearned. • Whenever reconnecting the ground cable terminal to the battery sensor, torque to 7.5Nm (5.5ft.-lbs. or 66inch-lbs.) while supporting the sensor with the other hand as outlined in the applicable Service Manual under: STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS > Battery Sensor. Bulletin Number: 09-106-23R; Revised: 08/24/23 Page 3 of 3 WARRANTY / CLAIM INFORMATION: For vehicles within Powertrain Warranty, and SAS Gold Coverage, this repair may be submitted using the following claim information. Labor Description Labor Operation # Labor Time Fail Code TURBO INLET GASKET &/or PIPE R&R B249-111 1.6 EBS-02 EXHAUST SYSTEM NOISE/LEAK TEST C229-001 0.2 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.
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