Rattling Sound from Rear Package Shelf Area – 2012-2015 Subaru

NUMBER: 12-189-15 DATE: 09/23/15 APPLICABILITY: 2012-14MY Impreza 2.0L Models 2015MY WRX and STI Models SUBJECT: Rattling Sound from Rear Package Shelf Area   INTRODUCTION This bulletin provides information about changes made to the rear shelf trim to address customer concerns of a rattling sound heard while driving over bumpy / rough roads.  The sources of … Read more

Reprogramming File Availability to Improve Bluetooth Pairing – 2014-2015 Subaru Forester

2015 Subaru Forester

NHTSA ID Number: 10171931 Manufacturer Communication Number: 15-186-15R Summary This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and a corresponding installation procedure which will allow Bluetooth pairing to be completed successfully when using voice commands on the Clarion audio units listed.   NUMBER: 15-186-15R DATE: 09/08/15 REVISED: 02/24/16 APPLICABILITY: 2014-15MY Forester Models with Clarion Audio SUBJECT: Reprogramming File Availability … Read more

Diagnosis and Repair of DTCs P172A and P0B0B – 2014-2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)

2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid

NHTSA ID Number: 10150950 Manufacturer Communication Number: 16-94-15R Summary This bulletin provides a diagnosis and repair procedure for DTC P172A and / or P0B0B. When either of these DTCs is stored, a leaking o-ring which seals the electric oil pump relief valve may allow CVT fluid to enter the pump’s electric motor. Although current Service Manual diagnostic … Read more

Rattling Sound from Front Suspension While Driving Inspection Method for Loose Strut Retaining Nut – 2006-2009 Subaru Legacy

NUMBER: 05-60-15R DATE: 07/27/15 REVISED: 06/13/16 APPLICABILITY: 2006-2009MY Legacy Spec B and 3.0R Limited Models with Bilstein Front Struts SUBJECT: Rattling Sound from Front Suspension While Driving Inspection Method for Loose Strut Retaining Nut   INTRODUCTION This bulletin provides an inspection method for the threaded portion of the front strut piston rod.  If you receive a customer … Read more

Rust Treatment Procedure for Heat Shield Retaining Bolt Heads – 2015 Subaru

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NUMBER: 09-59-14R DATE: 11/18/14 REVISED: 07/27/15 APPLICABILITY: 2015MY WRX Models with 2.0L DIT Engine 2015MY Legacy and Outback 2.5L SUBJECT: Rust Treatment Procedure for Heat Shield Retaining Bolt Heads   INTRODUCTION This bulletin provides a treatment procedure to address a customer concern of rust developing on the front exhaust pipe heat shield retaining bolt heads as … Read more