AWD Transfer Clutch Chatter Sound / Shudder – 2014-2019 Subaru

2019 Subaru WRX STI

NHTSA ID Number: 10160485 Manufacturer Communication Number: 16-120-19 Summary This bulletin provides a procedure to follow for addressing customer concerns of a shuddering condition or chattering -type sound heard or felt when making sharp turns. If an applicable vehicle presents with the condition as described, it is recommended to perform the transfer clutch break-in procedure as described. … Read more

Crankshaft Bearing Warranty Extension – 2012-2014 Subaru WRX & 2012-2017 STI

2017 Subaru WRX

NHTSA ID Number: 10160492 Manufacturer Communication Number: 02-181-19 Summary In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Powertrain Warranty coverage for the turbocharged 2.5L “EJ” short block assembly used in the above listed models and model years from the original five (5) years or sixty thousand (60,000) miles … Read more

Cargo Net Attachment Hardware Change – 2014-2020 Subaru

2020 Subaru Outback

NHTSA ID Number: 10160498 Manufacturer Communication Number: 15-239-19 Summary This Service information bulletin announces a design change made to the Cargo Net – Rear Replacement Hardware Kit (F551SAG301). The new part number is F551SAN010. The change was made to address concerns regarding the ?mushroom? anchors either pulling out of the trim panel and or gapping visibly at … Read more

VDC Control Module- Software Change Hill Holder Indicator Lamp / Tone Operation – 2015-2018 Subaru Legacy & Outback

2018 Subaru Legacy

NHTSA ID Number: 10160502 Manufacturer Communication Number: 06-70-19 Summary This bulletin announces a change to the operating software included in the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) Control Module and Hydraulic Unit (VDCCM&H/U) on the models listed above. This change is in response to a very small number of customer inquiries regarding the Hill Holder system?s indicator lamp blinking … Read more

“Squeak” “Creak” or “Pop” -Type Sound from Driver’s Seat – 2015-2019 Subaru Legacy & Outback

2019 Subaru Legacy

NHTSA ID Number: 10199949 Manufacturer Communication Number: 12-253-18R Summary This bulletin provides a procedure to help identify the source of a squeaking, creaking or popping -type sound heard coming from the driver’s seat.     NUMBER: 12-253-18R DATE: 11/13/18 REVISED: 07/16/21   INTRODUCTION: This bulletin provides a procedure to help identify the source of a squeaking, creaking … Read more