DTC P0116 and / or Hard Starting in Cold Weather on Vehicles Equipped with Block Heater Accessory – 2015-2019 Subaru Legacy & Outback 2015-2020 WRX STI

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NHTSA ID Number: 10188163 Manufacturer Communication Number: 11-201-21 Summary This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM). The new files will address DTC P0116 and hard starting in cold temperature concerns when an accessory engine block heater is utilized.   NUMBER: 11-201-21 DATE: 02/04/21 APPLICABILITY: 2015-19MY Legacy and Outback 3.6L Models … Read more

DTC P1160 Extended Cranking in Cold Temperatures – 2020-2021 Subaru Legacy & Outback 2019-2021 Ascent

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NHTSA ID Number: 10188167 Manufacturer Communication Number: 11-202-21R Summary This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM).   NUMBER:  11-202-21R DATE:  02/04/21 REVISED:  02/08/21 APPLICABILITY: 2020-21MY Legacy and Outback w/ 2.4L DIT 2019-21MY Ascent SUBJECT: DTC P1160 / Extended Cranking in Cold Temperatures   INTRODUCTION: This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files … Read more

Rear Door Weatherstrip Design Change – 2019-2021 Subaru Ascent

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NHTSA ID Number: 10191581 Manufacturer Communication Number: 12-316-21 Summary This bulletin announces changes made to the rear door weatherstrip to optimize sealing performance.   NUMBER: 12-316-21 DATE: 04/05/2021 INTRODUCTION: This Service Information Bulletin announces changes made to the rear door weatherstrip to optimize their water sealing performance.   PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION: This bulletin will be revised with … Read more

OBDII Diagnostic Connector and Body Integrated Unit (BIU) Mounting Brackets Design Changes – 2020 Subaru WRX

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NHTSA ID Number: 10191583 Manufacturer Communication Number: 07-193-21 Summary This bulletin announces design changes made to the OBDII diagnostic connector and BIU mounting brackets to meet new OBD regulations for rigidity.   NUMBER: 07-193-21 DATE: 04/07/21 INTRODUCTION: This Service Information Bulletin announces design changes made to the OBDII diagnostic connector and BIU mounting brackets to meet new … Read more

Rear Bumper Reflex Reflector Design Change – 2018-2021 Subaru Outback

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NHTSA ID Number: 10191584 Manufacturer Communication Number: 12-318-21 Summary This bulletin outlines a design change to the rear bumper reflex reflectors made to enhance retention into the bumper cover.   NUMBER: 12-318-21 DATE: 04/08/21 INTRODUCTION: This bulletin outlines a design change to the rear bumper “Reflex Reflectors” made to enhance their retention into the bumper cover as … Read more