Chattering Sound from A/C Compressor – 2017-2018 Subaru Forester

2018 Subaru Forester

NHTSA ID Number: 10155219 Manufacturer Communication Number: 15-237-19R Summary This bulletin provides a diagnostic procedure for a chattering-type sound originating from the a/c compressor assembly. In the case where a refrigerant leak is identified as coming from the a/c condenser, the level of refrigerant oil may also drop and cause the internal vanes of the compressor to … Read more

Ignition Key Sticking / Design Change to CVT Shifter / Selector Lever Components – 2012-2018 Subaru

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NHTSA ID Number: 10241822 Manufacturer Communication Number: 16-112-18R Summary This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition switch when the vehicle is in Park.   NUMBER: 16-112-18R DATE: 03/15/18 REVISED: 08/14/23 APPLICABILITY: 2015-2018MY Legacy and … Read more

Reprogramming File Availability for DTC P0841 – 2018 Subaru

2018 Subaru Impreza

NHTSA ID Number: 10155222 Manufacturer Communication Number: 16-111-18R Summary This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Transmission Control Module (TCMeBay) used with the TR580 CVT. Contamination in a fluid pressure solenoid valve can cause a DTC P0841. The new logic will allow the solenoid to operate in a manner enabling it to discharge the contamination. … Read more

Rear Subframe Bolts: Design Change – 2014-2019 Subaru Forester 2013-2019 Crosstrek

2019 Subaru Forester

NHTSA ID Number: 10163556 Manufacturer Communication Number: 05-69-19 Summary This Service Information Bulletin announces a change made to the rear subframe retaining bolts used on the models listed above. The design changes provide the bolt with an increased durability against rust.   13 Affected Products Vehicles MAKE MODEL YEAR SUBARU CROSSTREK 2013-2019 SUBARU FORESTER 2014-2019   INTRODUCTION:This … Read more

Rear Bumper Face Side Mounting Brackets- Design Change – 2013-2019 Subaru BRZ & 2015-2019 WRX

2019 Subaru WRX STI

NHTSA ID Number: 10164447 Manufacturer Communication Number: 12-271-19 Summary This Service Information Bulletin announces a design change made to the rear bumper cover side mounting brackets. These new brackets provide increased clearance between the edges of the bumper cover and the corresponding quarter panels. This change will prevent them from contacting each other and possibly damaging their … Read more