PRG Rod Servicing / One-Time Use Part Information – 2014-2016 Subaru

2016 Subaru Outback

NUMBER: 07-103-15 DATE: 12/16/15 APPLICABILITY: 2015-16MY Outback 2014-16MY Forester Models with Power Rear Gate (PRG) SUBJECT: PRG Rod Servicing / One-Time Use Part Information   INTRODUCTION: This Service Information bulletin announces a new requirement regarding one-time use parts which must be replaced whenever disconnecting or replacing the PRG rod.  The spring steel retaining clips (Stop … Read more

FB678US – SD Card Navigation System – 2013-2014 Subaru Legacy & Outback

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NHTSA ID Number: 10234877 Manufacturer Communication Number: TechnicalSupport Summary Subaru SD Card Navigation System   Technical Support Guide FB678US – Subaru SD Card Navigation System 2013-14 Legacy / Outback May 2013   Contents 1. Introduction of Subaru SD Card Navigation System Outline of Subaru SD Card Navigation System – 4-5 Hardware – 6 Screen Layout – 7 … Read more

WTC-64 – VDC System Filter Clogged – Noncompliance with FMVSS No. 126, “Electronic Stability Control Systems” – 2015 Subaru Legacy & Outback

NHTSA 16V251 SUMMARY: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured on July 20, 2015. The brake fluid used in these vehicles may contain excess moisture which may adversely affect the performance of the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the … Read more

Inspection and Repair Procedure for Stop Sale / Recall Campaign WTD-65: Steering Column – 2016-2017 Subaru Legacy & Outback

NHTSA 16V292 SUMMARY: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Legacy and Outback vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to May 6, 2016. The steering column on the affected vehicles may have been improperly machined, and as a result, turning the steering wheel may have no effect on the direction of the … Read more

Reprogramming File Availability for Extended Engine Cranking (Delayed Starting) and Engine Oil Level Detection Improvement – 2015 Subaru Legacy & Outback

NUMBER: 11-162-16R DATE: 04-05-16 REVISED: 04-21-16 APPLICABILITY: 2015MY Legacy and Outback Models SUBJECT: Reprogramming File Availability for Extended Engine Cranking (Delayed Starting) and Engine Oil Level Detection Improvement   INTRODUCTION This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to address customer concerns of extended cranking time before the engine starts.  These files also optimize the ECM for improved … Read more