Heater (HVAC) Control Assembly Surface Peeling – 2018-2019 Subaru Legacy & Outback

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NHTSA ID Number: 10163013 Manufacturer Communication Number: 10-91-19 Summary This bulletin announces availability of a new heater control assembly to address a small number of customer concerns about peeling of the surface finish / coating. Insufficient clearance between the heater control and the audio unit face above may cause a whitish or cloudy appearance and peeling to … Read more

Harman Kardon Head Unit Reprogramming – 2017-2018 Subaru

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NHTSA ID Number: 10198751 Manufacturer Communication Number: WUA-86R Summary In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program to update the Harman Kardon head unit on certain vehicles with the latest version of software.     NUMBER: WUA-86R DATE: 01/03/19 REVISED: 06/08/21   INTRODUCTION: In the interest of customer satisfaction, … Read more

Inspection and Repair Procedures for AVCS-Related DTCs – 2012-2019 Subaru

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NHTSA ID Number: 10163017 Manufacturer Communication Number: 02-163-16R Summary This Service Information bulletin provides new inspection and repair procedures for AVCS (Active Valve Control System) -related DTCs on the FA and FB engine equipped models listed above. The applicable Service Manuals will be revised with this new information in the near future.     INTRODUCTION:   This Service … Read more

Seat Heater Switches Sticking, Design Change to HVAC Control Panel – 2015-2019 Subaru Legacy & Outback

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NHTSA ID Number: 10163524 Manufacturer Communication Number: 10-90-19R Summary This bulletin announces a design change made to the HVAC control panels for the models listed above. The change will address customer concerns of the seat heater switches sticking in the “pressed” position but not returning to “flush” with the face of the control panel when released as … Read more

Proper Grease Application during Brake Pad Installation – Subaru

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NHTSA ID Number: 10163525 Manufacturer Communication Number: 06-68-19R Summary This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven or premature wear of the replacement brake pads. This additional instruction applies to … Read more