New Shift Fork and Sleeve Availability for Split-Case 6MT Models – 2014-2020 Subaru

2020 Subaru WRX

NHTSA ID Number: 10171926 Manufacturer Communication Number: 03-83-20R Summary This bulletin announces availability of new shift forks and the corresponding sleeve and hub assembly to address isolated customer concerns of a rattling / vibration -type sound from the shift knob. The sound is primarily reported while driving in 4th gear between 1900 and 2500 rpm.   14 … Read more

Hood Panel Vibration – 2019-2023 Subaru Ascent

2020 Subaru Ascent

NHTSA ID Number: 10235282 Manufacturer Communication Number: 12-281-20R Summary This bulletin provides a repair procedure to address a small number of customer concerns of the hood panel surface vibrating while driving.   NUMBER: 12-281-20 DATE: 02/19/20 REVISED: 04/05/23 APPLICABILITY: 2019-23MY Ascent SUBJECT: Hood Panel Vibration   INTRODUCTION: This bulletin provides a repair procedure to address a … Read more

Load Carrying Capacity Reduced Label – 2019-2021 Subaru

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NHTSA ID Number: 10226830 Manufacturer Communication Number: 15-130-08R Summary This bulletin details an important regulation issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) which impacts the way some vehicles with accessories are sold. This regulation applies to any automobile retailer installing accessories on a vehicle prior to its first sale. (All new vehicles sold on or … Read more

A-Pillar Trim Cover- Design Change – 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek

2019 Subaru Crosstrek

NHTSA ID Number: 10169882 Manufacturer Communication Number: 12-277-19 Summary This bulletin describes a design change made to the exterior “A” pillar cover. The change involves use of materials in critical areas having added rigidity along with an extra strengthening rib. These changes will prevent the upper corner portion from being deformed should the leading edge of the … Read more

Leather Front Seat Cushion Covers- Loose Fit – 2015-2019 Subaru WRX

2019 Subaru WRX STI

NHTSA ID Number: 10169868 Manufacturer Communication Number: 12/275/19 Summary This bulletin announces a change made to the leather front seat cushion covers to address isolated concerns of a sagging/loose fitting condition after an occupant leaves the seat as shown in the example photos below. A pattern revision was made to increase tension of the cover material and … Read more