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Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 1–74 of 74, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Jan 31, 2000–Nov 14, 2024.
Back to 2000 Subaru FORESTER problems & recallsThis archive includes service bulletins, warranty notices, software instructions and other communications. Records may repeat or supersede earlier instructions. A model-year association is not proof that a document covers every engine, trim, VIN or reported symptom, or that a repair is free.
NHTSA download snapshot: Sep 28, 2026. These are communication associations for this vehicle, not unique defects. How records are joined and counted.
NHTSA communication ID: 11010925
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This annocement is to inform dealers to the Gen 3.1 Head Unit OTA will be available via Wi-Fi. The update will take place in multiple batches with the first beginneing November 15th and the last being Decemeber 3rd. This update is for approximatelt 714,000 VINs.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11010925 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11009701
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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.
Source components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 11009701 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11009685
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This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
Source components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 11009685 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11008283
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This Service Information Bulletin announces the preferred practices to be used when handling vehicles equipped with Gen2 Telematics which are enrolled in the Subaru STARLINK® Security Plus Service featuring Stolen Vehicle Recovery Plus with Immobilizer.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11008283 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11008282
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This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE.
Source record 11008282 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11008281
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This Service Information Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing engine oil leakage on FA and FB type engines.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 11008281 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11008280
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This Service Information bulletin is being released as guidance for proper testing and charging of vehicle batteries.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11008280 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11008279
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This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11008279 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11008276
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The CP1.5 RCs OTA is available for all mid and high grade CP1.5 head units.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11008276 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11008267
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This bulletin announces availability of the NEW genuine Subaru engine oil filter.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 11008267 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11008259
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This bulletin outlines the judgment criteria to be used when inspecting front transverse link bushings to reduce unnecessary bushing replacement.
Source components: SUSPENSION.
Source record 11008259 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11006932
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This Service Information Bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when the Data Communication Module (DCM) is being tested as a dark current/standby current source.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11006932 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11006935
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This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure for 2025MY vehicles.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11006935 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11006934
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The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE.
Source record 11006934 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11006931
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This Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11006931 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11005624
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This annoucement provides parts personnel information about remanufactured transmissions that will no longer be available.
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 11005624 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11005615
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This announcement provides information for retailers to install the latest infotainment system software for Denso CP 1.5.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11005615 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11005614
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This bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when testing the Data Communication Module (DCM) as a dark current/standby current source. All models equipped with Telematics except Solterra.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11005614 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11005609
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This announcement provides information on Takata Recall Escalated Towing Program.
Source components: AIR BAGS · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11005609 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11005608
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This thermo control valve video contains information on the replacement of thermo control valve.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 11005608 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11005599
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This Bulletin provides SOA paint codes to help eliminate possible confusion for 2025 MY vehicles.
Source components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 11005599 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11005595
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This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
Source components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 11005595 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11005593
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This Bulletin provides guidance for diagnosing a leaking front or rear suspension strut.
Source components: SUSPENSION.
Source record 11005593 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11002730
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This information announces reprograming file availability for Gen 4.5 Denso CP1.5 Audio and Navigation systems. Inprovement for CarPlay concerns with hands-free calls when the receiving party is not able to hear the caller.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11002730 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11002725
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This bulletin provides diagnosis and procedure information to be applied when diagnosing potential fluid leaks on front and rear brake calipers. This information has been developed to reduce unnecessary brake caliper replacement.
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.
Source record 11002725 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10241801
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The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES.
Source record 10241801 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10240110
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This bulletin announces the recommended cleaning procedures to followed when encountering vehicles with long time exposure to pollen on painted surfaces on vehicles imported from Japan. This bulletin does not apply to SIA built vehicles.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10240110 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10219492
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This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10219492 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10219491
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This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10219491 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10209915
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This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during diagnosis and repair of the Infotainment concerns. (Applicable to all models with Harman or Denso CP1 Infotainment).
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10209915 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10198758
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This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10198758 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10198749
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This bulletin is to advise of SOAâs revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10198749 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10187315
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To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10187315 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10186348
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The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10186348 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10179378
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Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10179378 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10174543
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All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10174543 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10163525
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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 all models with brake pads using the upper and lower pad clips and has been added to the brake pad installation procedures found in the related Service Manuals.
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Source record 10163525 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10161824
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Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10161824 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10161813
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To help reduce confusion and increase technician efficiency, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has developed the following cross reference list to help locate the appropriate Special Service Tool.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10161813 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120997
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The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10120997 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10131647
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The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10131647 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10140499
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Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Subaru vehicles from the 2000MY to present. This bulletin identifies the equipment required to initialize (reset) the immobilizer code and cut the key blanks, for both immobilizer and non-immobilizer type keys. Subaru of America began using immobilizer systems in some 2005MY vehicles (please refer to Immobilizer Chart for more detailed information).
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10140499 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10234908
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Replacement Key and Immobilizer info
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER.
Source record 10234908 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10232535
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Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER.
Source record 10232535 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10234829
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Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:KINETIC:HOUSING/CASE.
Source record 10234829 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089957
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REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR HIGH-PITCHED SOUND FROM EXTENSION HOUSING AREA USING LATEST GENERATION PRODUCTION PARTS - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES PRODUCTION CHANGE, REPAIR PROCEDURE AND PARTS INFORMATION TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A HIGH-PITCHED SOUND COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING AREA.
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
Source record 10089957 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10234828
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This Bulletin provides production change, repair procedure and parts information to address a customer concern of a high-pitched sound coming from the transmission extension housing area.
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10234828 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10233111
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Replacement Key and Immobilizer
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10233111 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10232879
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Replacement Key and Immobilizer info
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER.
Source record 10232879 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10068205
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10068205 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10235830
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Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10235830 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10234260
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Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10234260 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10093977
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REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR HIGH-PITCHED SOUND FROM EXTENSION HOUSING AREA USING LATEST GENERATION PRODUCTION PARTS
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10093977 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10234261
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Remanufactured Automatic Transaxle Program
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10234261 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10234258
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5MT Transfer Driven Gear Bearings
Source components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CENTER SUPPORT BEARING.
Source record 10234258 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10093967
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THIS BULLETIN REVIEWS A CHANGE TO THE PART NUMBERS USED FOR THE TRANSFER DRIVEN GEAR BEARINGS. THESE REVISED BEARINGS ARE TO BE USED TO ENHANCE DURABILITY.
Source components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CENTER SUPPORT BEARING.
Source record 10093967 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10037968
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SUBARU: THERE IS A STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS DUE TO AN IMPORPER WHEEL BALANCE. *RM
Source components: TIRES.
Source record 10037968 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10019343
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RUBBING MARK ON TIMING BELT. SUBARU. *TT
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS.
Source record 10019343 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10016869
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2.5L REMANUFACTURED SOHC SHORT BLOCK RELEASE. *TT
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.
Source record 10016869 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 626926
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INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT BELT LATCH SLIDES TO THE LOWER SEAT BELT ANCHOR. *YH UPDATED *EH
Source components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY.
Source record 626926 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10015186
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THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO PROPERLY DIAGNOSIS THE REAR GATE STAYS AND ALSO AVOIDS UNNECESSARY REPLACEMENT OF NON-FAILED STAYS. *TT
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE.
Source record 10015186 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10002989
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REPLACEMENT OF THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) REPAIR. *TT UPDATE. *TT
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE.
Source record 10002989 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10006149
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ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM CONDITIONER.*MR
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM.
Source record 10006149 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10001726
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CLUTCH PEDAL STICKING. *TT
Source components: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY.
Source record 10001726 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10001351
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FLOOR MAT HOOK REPAIR. *TT
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10001351 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10001352
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TRANSMISSION CONTROL UNIT (TCU) CODE 45 AND ALL-WHEEL DRIVE HARSH ENGAGEMENT. *TT
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10001352 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10000642
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NEW PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING REAR WHEEL BEARINGS. *TT
Source components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING.
Source record 10000642 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 631499
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SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE CONTROL MODULE REPROGRAMMING. *SLC
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE.
Source record 631499 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 631014
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CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS OF A GROWLING NOISE FROM THE ENGINE AREA. *TT
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE.
Source record 631014 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 631081
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SUBJECT REGARDING POPPING OUT OF FIFTH GEAR CONDITION. *JG
Source components: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION.
Source record 631081 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 623118
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SUBJECT REGARDING SERVICE MANUAL CORRECTIONS. *JB
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 623118 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 618424
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SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE FRONT OXYGEN AIR / FUEL (A/F) SENSOR ELEMENT CRACKING. *TT
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL.
Source record 618424 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 613408
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CUSTOMER COMPLAINT THAT THE A/T TEMPERATURE LIGHT FLASHING AND CODE 38 FOUND IN THE TCM. *TT
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM).
Source record 613408 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 610541
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SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT ABOUT THE A/T TEMPERATURE LIGHT FLASHING AND CODE 38 FOUND IN THE TCM. *TT
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM).
Source record 610541 at NHTSA