Rattling Sound from Instrument Panel – 2014-2017 Subaru Forester

2017 Subaru Forester

NHTSA ID Number: 10187310 Manufacturer Communication Number: 10-87-17 Summary This bulletin provides a service procedure to address customer concerns of a rattling-type sound\ coming from the defroster vent grille area of the instrument panel (IP) near the base of the windshield.   NUMBER: 10-87-17 DATE: 07/05/17 INTRODUCTION: This bulletin provides a service procedure to address customer concerns … Read more

Roof Spoiler Cushion Protrusion – 2014-2017 Subaru Forester

2017 Subaru Forester

NHTSA ID Number: 10187313 Manufacturer Communication Number: 12-223-17 Summary This bulletin provides a procedure for replacement of the black foam rubber insulating cushions for the roof spoiler.   NUMBER: 12-223-17 DATE: 7/28/2017 APPLICABILITY: 2014-2017MY Forester SUBJECT: Roof Spoiler Cushion Protrusion   INTRODUCTION: This bulletin provides a procedure for replacement of the black foam rubber insulating cushions for … Read more

Reprogramming for “Shock” Felt During Low-Speed Braking – 2015-2016 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid (HEV)

2016 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid

NHTSA ID Number: 10189662 Manufacturer Communication Number: 16-110-18R Summary This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Transmission Control Module (TCMeBay). These files will address isolated customer concerns of a “shock” or “bump” feeling felt during low speed braking during engine warm-up after a cold soak.   NUMBER: 16-110-18R DATE: 01/30/18 REVISED: 03/03/21 APPLICABILITY: 2015-2016MY CrosstrekRead more

Steering Rattle Sound / Steering Wheel Vibration – 2014-2018 Subaru

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NHTSA ID Number: 10189693 Manufacturer Communication Number: 05-63-18R Summary This bulletin announces a design change made to the forward bushing used in the front lower control arm to address customer concerns of a rattle-type sound and / or a possible vibration felt in the steering wheel.   NUMBER: 05-63-18R DATE: 06/20/18 REVISED: 03/31/21 APPLICABILITY: 2014-2018MY Forester 2015MY … Read more

Service Manual Corrections – 2012-2021 Subaru Forester

2021 Subaru Forester

NHTSA ID Number: 10194826 Manufacturer Communication Number: 18-207-21 Summary Description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.   NUMBER: 18-207-21 DATE: 05/05/21 INTRODUCTION The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web … Read more