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Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 101–141 of 141, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Sep 1, 2003–May 6, 2019.
Back to 2004 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: 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: 10153183
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This post was revised in error. It has been corrected back and removed from the posting list. The message was corrected on 04-13-14R posting dated 11/14/2018.
Source components: STEERING · STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM.
Source record 10153183 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10150949
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This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases where the operator keeps a foot on the clutch pedal for extended periods, an increased amount of heat is generated which can cause the grease inside the bearing to deteriorate. In a case of prolonged clutch pedal application, seizure of the bearing can occur with potential damage to other related components.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10150949 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10150924
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This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases where the operator keeps a foot on the clutch pedal for extended periods, an increased amount of heat is generated which can cause the grease inside the bearing to deteriorate. In a case of prolonged clutch pedal application, seizure of the bearing can occur with potential damage to other related components.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10150924 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10140479
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This bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns. This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface of the rocker cover. The new o-ring utilizes material which has an increased resistance to engine heat.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10140479 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10140424
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This bulletin provides details regarding a new oil filler tube o-ring developed to address engine oil seepage concerns. This seepage may accumulate along the bottom sealing surface of the rocker cover. The new o-ring utilizes material which has an increased resistance to engine heat.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10140424 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10130277
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( 2017-2018MY Impreza - 5 Dr Only)
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY.
Source record 10130277 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10111069
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This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the internal contact portion of the oil pressure switch to increase durability
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10111069 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.
Source record 10140499 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10233107
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Launch of Remanufactured Turbochargers
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER.
Source record 10233107 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10076009
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SOA is pleased to announce the launch of a new remanufactured turbocharger program. Supplies are now available at all RDCs. When installing a remanufactured turbocharger follow the procedure outlined in Service Bulletin 02-106-08R and consult the service manual for vehicle specific instructions.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10076009 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10093117
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IF YOU ENCOUNTER A VEHICLE THAT HAS A GROANING TYPE NOISE COMING FROM THE POWER STEERING PUMP WHEN THE WHEEL IS TURNED TO THE FULL RIGHT OR LEFT POSITION WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PARKED, IT MAY BE CAUSED BY THE RELIEF VALVE VIBRATING WITHIN THE PUMP. IN LIEU OF REPLACING THE POWER STEERING PUMP, THE RELIEF VALVE IS NOW AVAILABLE AS A REPLACEMENT PART.
Source components: STEERING.
Source record 10093117 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10091965
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IF YOU ENCOUNTER A VEHICLE THAT HAS A GROANING TYPE NOISE COMING FROM THE POWER STEERING PUMP WHEN THE WHEEL IS TURNED TO THE FULL RIGHT OR LEFT POSITION WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PARKED, IT MAY BE CAUSED BY THE RELIEF VALVE VIBRATING WITHIN THE PUMP. IN LIEU OF REPLACING THE POWER STEERING PUMP, THE RELIEF VALVE IS NOW AVAILABLE AS A REPLACEMENT PART.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:TANK VALVE/GAUGE.
Source record 10091965 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10140549
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If you encounter a vehicle that has a groaning type noise coming from the power steering pump when the wheel is turned to the full right or left position when the vehicle is parked, it may be caused by the relief valve vibrating within the pump. In lieu of replacing the power steering pump, the relief valve is now available as a replacement part.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP.
Source record 10140549 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: 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: 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: 10017968
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ACTIVE VALVE CONTROL SYSTEM (AVCS) UNION SCREW FILTER. IF A ROUGH IDLE AND/OR RPM DOES NOT INCREASE SMOOTHLY THERE IS THE POSSIBILITY THAT THE UNION SCREW FILTER OF THE ACTIVE VALVE CONTROL SYSTEM (AVCS) COULD BE DAMAGED AFFECTING THE OIL CONTROL VALVE. *TT
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10017968 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: 10015705
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SRS CODES 41 & 42. SUBARU TECH TIPS. *TT
Source components: AIR BAGS.
Source record 10015705 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10015704
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BRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATOR REMOVAL. SUBARU TECH TIPS. *TT
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Source record 10015704 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10015202
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THE DAMPING STRUCTURE FOR THE REAR GATE STAY HAS BEEN CHANGED FROM A SINGLE TO A DUAL TYPE DAMPER STYLE.
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT.
Source record 10015202 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10011775
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MODIFICATION OF TIMING BELT TENSIONER BRACKET TO PREVENT KNOCKING NOISE. *NM
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.
Source record 10011775 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10010528
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ENGINE OIL CONTROL VALVE COVER BOLTS. *TT
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.
Source record 10010528 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10009790
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AVAILABILITY OF HARNESS REPAIR AND CLIP KIT FOR SERVICE BULLETIN 17-07-04 SRS SIDE AIR BAG SYSTEM. *TT
Source components: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW.
Source record 10009790 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10009789
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TROUBLE CODE 41 AND 42 IN THE DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM OF THE SRS SIDE AIR BAG SYSTEM. *TT
Source components: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW.
Source record 10009789 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10016481
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AIRBAG CONNECTORS WERE DIFFICULT FOR THE TECHNICIANS TO GET APART FOR THE SIDE AIRBAG ON SOME VEHICLES. *SC
Source components: AIR BAGS.
Source record 10016481 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10016480
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CREAKING NOISE FROM DOOR CHECKER. *SC
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR.
Source record 10016480 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10016479
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2004 DIRECT AT CONTROL VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY COLLECTION. *SC
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
Source record 10016479 at NHTSA