The manufacturer’s record · Page 3 of 4

2011 Subaru FORESTER
Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 3

Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 201–300 of 353, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Mar 6, 2013–Dec 2, 2014.

Back to 2011 Subaru FORESTER problems & recalls
Read the applicability before drawing a conclusion.

This 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.

Dec 2, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0215714R-1

NHTSA communication ID: 10233058

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10233058 at NHTSA
Dec 2, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-157-14R

NHTSA communication ID: 10094118

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS

Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10094118 at NHTSA
Dec 1, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0215714R

NHTSA communication ID: 10233056

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10233056 at NHTSA
Dec 1, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-157-14R

NHTSA communication ID: 10094113

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10094113 at NHTSA
Oct 29, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WQA37

NHTSA communication ID: 10235958

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Rear Seat Center Seatbelt

Source components: SEAT BELTS.

Source record 10235958 at NHTSA
Oct 29, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WQA-37

NHTSA communication ID: 10093527

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

WQA-37 - REAR SEAT CENTER SEATBELT

Source components: SEAT BELTS.

Source record 10093527 at NHTSA
Oct 29, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WQA-37

NHTSA communication ID: 10068657

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER.

Source record 10068657 at NHTSA
Oct 23, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

064714

NHTSA communication ID: 10235894

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Revision to Troubleshooting Information for VDC DTC C0071

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · STEERING.

Source record 10235894 at NHTSA
Oct 23, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

06-47-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10093509

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REVISION TO TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION FOR VDC DTC C0071

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING · STEERING.

Source record 10093509 at NHTSA
Oct 10, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0215514R

NHTSA communication ID: 10235911

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Intercooler/Intake Air Duct

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER:INTERCOOLER.

Source record 10235911 at NHTSA
Oct 10, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-155-14R

NHTSA communication ID: 10093466

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

INTERCOOLER/INTAKE AIR DUCT - THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF A REVISED REPLACEMENT AIR INTAKE DUCT FOR THE TURBOCHARGED VEHICLES SPECIFIED ABOVE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10093466 at NHTSA
Oct 10, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SB-02-155-14-R

NHTSA communication ID: 10056877

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUBARU: INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT REVISION OF AIR INTAKE DUCT FOR TURBOCHARGER WHERE INSULATOR PORTION OF DUCT SEPARATES FROM DUCT AND LEAKS BOOST PRESSURE, LOSS OF POWER AND INCREASED SOUND LEVELS OCCURS. MODEL 2005-12 LEGACY, OUTBACK TURBO, 2009-13 FORESTER TURBO, 2008-14 IMPREZA WRX. *PE

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10056877 at NHTSA
Sep 29, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0215714R

NHTSA communication ID: 10235912

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Surface Treatment Change To Oil Control Piston Rings

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10235912 at NHTSA
Sep 29, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-157-14R

NHTSA communication ID: 10092913

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10092913 at NHTSA
Sep 29, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-157-14R

NHTSA communication ID: 10068626

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10068626 at NHTSA
Sep 8, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-157-14R

NHTSA communication ID: 10092842

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10092842 at NHTSA
Sep 8, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-157-14R

NHTSA communication ID: 10069712

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10069712 at NHTSA
Sep 8, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-157-14R

NHTSA communication ID: 10068352

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10068352 at NHTSA
Sep 2, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

169214

NHTSA communication ID: 10234910

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Replacement AT Oil Cooler Piping

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.

Source record 10234910 at NHTSA
Sep 2, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16-92-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10092742

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REPLACEMENT AT OIL COOLER PIPING - THIS BULLETIN WILL PROVIDE INFORMATION REGARDING A CHANGE TO THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AT) FLUID COOLER PIPING AND AN ADDITION TO THE SERVICE PROCEDURE USED DURING THEIR REPLACEMENT.

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.

Source record 10092742 at NHTSA
Sep 2, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16-92-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10068350

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES.

Source record 10068350 at NHTSA
Sep 2, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SB-16-92-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10056871

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUBARU: REPLACING COOLANT PIPING LOCATED ADJACENT TO RADIATOR THAT'S CORRODED AND DAMAGED DUE TO ROAD SALT AND/OR SALT WATER ACCUMULATION AND NEW REPLACEMENT IS DOUBLE THICK TEFLON COATING. MODEL 2009-13 FORESTER AT, 20089-11 IMPREZA AT. *PE UPDATED 08/05/2015 *LJ

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID.

Source record 10056871 at NHTSA
Aug 28, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-157-14R

NHTSA communication ID: 10092384

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10092384 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Procedure-1

NHTSA communication ID: 10232539

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Oil Consumption in Certain Subaru Models

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION.

Source record 10232539 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

8-1-2014

NHTSA communication ID: 10068330

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10068330 at NHTSA
Jul 29, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WQK-47R

NHTSA communication ID: 10091846

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

WQK-47 - BRAKE LINE CORROSION PRODUCT CAMPAIGN BULLETIN

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10091846 at NHTSA
Jul 24, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SM07

NHTSA communication ID: 10091844

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SERVICE MEMO REGARDING SPRAY APPLICATION GUN ASSEMBLY / USE CAUTION

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10091844 at NHTSA
Jul 23, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Procedure

NHTSA communication ID: 10232538

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Oil Consumption in Certain Subaru Models

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION.

Source record 10232538 at NHTSA
Jul 17, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0116809R

NHTSA communication ID: 10232535

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER.

Source record 10232535 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WQK47-1

NHTSA communication ID: 10234896

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Brake Line Corrosion

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.

Source record 10234896 at NHTSA
Jun 16, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0213212R

NHTSA communication ID: 10232507

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Diagnosis and Repair for AVCS-Related DTCs

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10232507 at NHTSA
Jun 16, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-132-12R

NHTSA communication ID: 10084253

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR FOR AVCS-RELATED DTCS P000A, P000B, P000C, P000D, P0011, P0014, P0021 AND P0024

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE.

Source record 10084253 at NHTSA
Jun 10, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WQK47-2

NHTSA communication ID: 10234827

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

New Subaru Recall Campaign: Brake Line Corrosion WQK?47

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.

Source record 10234827 at NHTSA
Jun 10, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WQK-47

NHTSA communication ID: 10084243

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

NEW SUBARU RECALL CAMPAIGN: BRAKE LINE CORROSION WQK]47

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.

Source record 10084243 at NHTSA
May 27, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0214713R

NHTSA communication ID: 10235842

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

surface treatment change to oil control piston rings

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10235842 at NHTSA
May 27, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-147-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10068314

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10068314 at NHTSA
Apr 17, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0215514

NHTSA communication ID: 10233441

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Intercooler/Intake Air Duct

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10233441 at NHTSA
Apr 17, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-155-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10084453

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF A REVISED REPLACEMENT AIR INTAKE DUCT FOR THE TURBOCHARGED VEHICLES SPECIFIED.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS.

Source record 10084453 at NHTSA
Mar 20, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-147-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10090270

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS - THE CHANGE WAS MADE AS A RESULT OF SOME LIMITED FINDINGS OF UNANTICIPATED WEAR OF THESE RINGS.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10090270 at NHTSA
Mar 20, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-147-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10087511

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SURFACE TREATMENT CHANGE TO OIL CONTROL PISTON RINGS - THE CHANGE WAS MADE AS A RESULT OF SOME LIMITED FINDINGS OF UNANTICIPATED WEAR OF THESE RINGS.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10087511 at NHTSA
Mar 20, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-147-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10067881

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10067881 at NHTSA
Mar 13, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

05-58-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10090194

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SOUND FROM REAR SUSPENSION UPPER CONTROL ARM - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSING AND REPAIRING A RATTLE-TYPE REAR SUSPENSION SOUND DETERMINED TO BE COMING FROM THE UPPER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT.

Source components: SUSPENSION.

Source record 10090194 at NHTSA
Mar 13, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

05-58-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10067870

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SOUND FROM REAR SUSPENSION UPPER CONTROL ARM - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSING AND REPAIRING A RATTLE-TYPE REAR SUSPENSION SOUNDDETERMINED TO BE COMING FROM THE UPPER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT.

Source components: SUSPENSION.

Source record 10067870 at NHTSA
Feb 20, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

03-72-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10067858

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

HILL START ASSIST (HSA) WARNING LIGHT, DTC C0076 - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF INTERMITTENT OPERATION OF THE HILL START ASSIST WARNING LAMP.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10067858 at NHTSA
Feb 20, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-2-20-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10055441

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUBARU: THE CUSTIOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF THE INTERMITTENT OPERATION OF THE HILL START ASSIST WARNING LAMP. STORED DTC C0076 WITH DETAIL CODES 2610H AND/OR 2620H. *JS

Source components: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10055441 at NHTSA
Jan 28, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1113013R

NHTSA communication ID: 10235845

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Difficulty Starting, Rough Idle, Cam Position or Misfire DTCs

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR.

Source record 10235845 at NHTSA
Jan 28, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

11-130-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10089963

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

"DIFFICULTY STARTING, ROUGH IDLE, CAM POSITION OR MISFIRE DTCS P0340, P0341, P0345, P0346, P0365, P0366, P0390, P0391, P0301, P0302, P0303 OR P0304 - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROCEDURES FOR INTAKE AND EXHAUST CAMSHAFT POSITION-RELATED AND/OR ENGINE MISFIRE DTCS FOR THE FA AND FB ENGINE-EQUIPPED MODELS LISTED ABOVE."

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10089963 at NHTSA
Jan 28, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

11-130-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10067832

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM.

Source record 10067832 at NHTSA
Jan 28, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-11-130-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10052498

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUBARU: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY STARTING, ROUGH IDLE, CAM POSITION OR MISFIRE DTCS. THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE INSPECTION AND REPAIR. *JS UPDATED 11/18/14. *PE

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10052498 at NHTSA
Jan 15, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

037012R-1

NHTSA communication ID: 10234829

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 NHTSA
Jan 15, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

03-70-12R

NHTSA communication ID: 10089957

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 NHTSA
Nov 27, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1113513

NHTSA communication ID: 10233047

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ECM Reprogramming Availability for DTC P050A

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE.

Source record 10233047 at NHTSA
Nov 27, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

11-135-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10093678

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY OF ECM REPROGRAMMING FILES TO ADDRESS A FALSE CEL/MIL ILLUMINATION AND SETTING OF DTC P050A. THIS DTC CAN RESULT FROM SPECIFIC CLUTCH OPERATION (ON MT MODELS) AND / OR DRIVING PATTERNS OCCURRING IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10093678 at NHTSA
Nov 27, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

11-135-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10067049

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10067049 at NHTSA
Nov 27, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SB-11-135-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10054223

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUBARU: ECM IS AVAILABLE FOR REPROGRAMMING FILES TO ADDRESS FALSE CEL/MIL ILLUMINATION AND THE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P050A RESULTED FROM SPECIFIC CLUTCH OPERATIONS AND/OR DRIVING PATTERNS AFTER STARTING ENGINE. MODEL 2011-2013 LEGACY, FORESTER, IMPREZA. *PE

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · ENGINE.

Source record 10054223 at NHTSA
Oct 21, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

095613

NHTSA communication ID: 10235902

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Countermeasure Thermostat Availability for DTC P0128

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10235902 at NHTSA
Oct 21, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

09-56-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10093365

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

"A COUNTERMEASURE THERMOSTAT HAS BEEN RELEASED TO ADDRESS A RARE CONDITION WHICH MAY OCCUR DURING ENGINE SOAK IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. IN THESE RARE CASES, AFTER AN EXTENDED COLD SOAK, COOLANT MAY ENTER THE THERMOSTAT’S INTERNAL PISTON. IF THIS OCCURS, THE THERMOSTAT MAY OPEN AT A TEMPERATURE WHICH IS LOWER THAN SPECIFIED AND CAUSE DTC P0128 TO BE STORED IN THE ECM MEMORY."

Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.

Source record 10093365 at NHTSA
Oct 8, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1516213R

NHTSA communication ID: 10235930

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service Procedure for Replacement of the Bluetooth Microphone for Kenwood Audio / Navigation Systems

Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:BLUETOOTH/WIFI · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).

Source record 10235930 at NHTSA
Oct 8, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-162-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10093307

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A SERVICE PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING THE BLUETOOTH HANDS-FREE MICROPHONE WHICH IS NOW AVAILABLE AS AN INDIVIDUAL SERVICE PART (SEPARATE FROM THE MAP LIGHT ASSEMBLY). THE REPLACEMENT MICROPHONE IS DESIGNED TO REDUCE BACKGROUND NOISE WHEN USING THE HANDS-FREE TELEPHONE FEATURE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).

Source record 10093307 at NHTSA
Oct 8, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-162-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10068608

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).

Source record 10068608 at NHTSA
Sep 13, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-167-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10092717

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SHOULD YOU RECEIVE A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A LOOSE WINDSHIELD MOUNTED AUTO-DIMMING COMPASS MIRROR WITH HOMELINK (WITH OR WITHOUT HOMELINK ON BRZ MODELS), THE MOUNTING ADAPTER PLATE SHOULD BE CHECKED FOR PROPER TIGHTNESS. THE APPLICABLE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE UTILIZE A MIRROR MOUNT ADAPTOR TO SECURE THE MIRROR TO THE WINDSHIELD. DUE TO IMPROPER INSTALLATION, IN SOME CASES, THE MIRROR MAY LOOSEN OVER TIME AND BEGIN TO RATTLE. A NEW SERVICE KIT HAS BEEN DEVELOPED TO IMPROVE RETENTION OF THE MIRROR TO THE WINDSHIELD MOUNT. THE COUNTERSINK IN THE CAM PLATE SHOWN IN THE PHOTO BELOW HAS BEEN ELIMINATED TO MAKE INSTALLATION EASIER. FORESTER, IMPREZA, WRX AND STI VEHICLES PRODUCED DURING THE 2008 CALENDAR YEAR AND LATER 2013MY BRZ (WITH OR WITHOUT HOMELINK)

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10092717 at NHTSA
Aug 12, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1113313

NHTSA communication ID: 10234916

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ECM Reprogramming for Extended Engine Cranking

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM).

Source record 10234916 at NHTSA
Aug 12, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

11-133-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10092156

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY OF ECM REPROGRAMMING FILES TO ADDRESS A POSSIBLE EXTENDED ENGINE CRANKING CONDITION CAUSED BY CAMSHAFT POSITIONING AT THE TIME THE ENGINE IS SHUT OFF.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10092156 at NHTSA
Aug 12, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

11-133-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10067017

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10067017 at NHTSA
Aug 8, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1516513

NHTSA communication ID: 10234924

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Reprogramming for Non-Requested Bluetooth Audio Streaming Affecting ONLY Clarion Audio Units

Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..

Source record 10234924 at NHTSA
Aug 8, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-165-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10092098

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY OF REPROGRAMMING FILES TO ADDRESS CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF THE BLUETOOTH AUDIO STREAMING FEATURE OPERATING WITHOUT BEING SELECTED. THIS CAUSES THE SOURCE’S (SMARTPHONE, IPOD®, IPHONE®, MP3 PLAYER) BATTERY TO DRAIN UNEXPECTEDLY. THE UPDATE WILL INITIATE AN “OFF” SIGNAL TO THE MEDIA DEVICE SHOULD BLUETOOTH AUDIO STREAMING BEGIN WITHOUT A REQUEST FROM THE VEHICLE’S AUDIO UNIT. THE REPROGRAMMING FILES ARE ACCESSIBLE VIA: SUBARUNET > SERVICE > CLARION DOWNLOADS AND WILL NEED TO BE DOWNLOADED ONTO A DEDICATED NEW OR COMPLETELY EMPTY AND FORMATTED USB STORAGE DEVICE (FLASH DRIVE) FOR INSTALLATION INTO THE AUDIO UNIT THROUGH THE AUDIO SYSTEM’S USB PORT. IMPORTANT: READ THROUGH AND UNDERSTAND THIS SERVICE PROCEDURE COMPLETELY BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER AS DAMAGE TO THE AUDIO UNIT MAY RESULT IF PROPER PRECAUTIONS OUTLINED BELOW ARE NOT FOLLOWED.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10092098 at NHTSA
Aug 8, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-165-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10067011

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10067011 at NHTSA
Aug 7, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-141-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10092093

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE RUBBER CAP WHICH COVERS THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION AT THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH. THE NEW CAP PROVIDES BETTER SEALING AND RESISTANCE TO MOISTURE INTRUSION WHICH CAN COMPROMISE THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION AND IN SOME CASES, CAUSE THE OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP TO ILLUMINATE IN ERROR.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10092093 at NHTSA
Jul 9, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1516213R

NHTSA communication ID: 10234855

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service Procedure for Replacement of the Bluetooth

Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:BLUETOOTH/WIFI.

Source record 10234855 at NHTSA
Jul 9, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-162-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10084418

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A SERVICE PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING THE BLUETOOTH HANDS-FREE MICROPHONE WHICH IS NOW AVAILABLE AS AN INDIVIDUAL SERVICE PART (SEPARATE FROM THE MAP LIGHT ASSEMBLY). THE REPLACEMENT MICROPHONE IS DESIGNED TO REDUCE BACKGROUND NOISE WHEN USING THE HANDS-FREE TELEPHONE FEATURE.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).

Source record 10084418 at NHTSA
Jul 9, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-162-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10065797

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10065797 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1111612R

NHTSA communication ID: 10232524

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

DTC P0301 ? P0304 and P050A Reprogramming

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE.

Source record 10232524 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

11-116-12R

NHTSA communication ID: 10084412

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

"THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO ANNOUNCE THE AVAILABILITY OF UPDATED ECM REPROGRAMMING FILES TO ADDRESS DTCS P0301 – P0304 AND P050A. NOTE: THESE REPROGRAMMING FILES ARE INTENDED TO ADDRESS A CONDITION WHEN DTCS ARE PRESENT FOR MISFIRE, BUT NO ACTUAL DRIVABILITY CONDITION EXISTS OR HAS BEEN REPORTED BY THE CUSTOMER. ACTUAL ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGHNESS CONDITIONS MUST BE DIAGNOSED ACCORDING TO THE PROCEDURES LISTED IN THE APPLICABLE SERVICE MANUAL."

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10084412 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

11-116-12R

NHTSA communication ID: 10065791

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10065791 at NHTSA
Jun 19, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1113013R

NHTSA communication ID: 10232512

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Difficulty Starting, Rough Idle, Cam Position or Misfire DTCs

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR.

Source record 10232512 at NHTSA
Jun 19, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

11-130-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10090293

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROCEDURES FOR INTAKE AND EXHAUST CAMSHAFT POSITION-RELATED AND/OR ENGINE MISFIRE DTCS FOR THE FA AND FB ENGINE-EQUIPPED MODELS LISTED ABOVE. THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (CPS) CLEARANCE MAY BE OUT OF SPECIFICATION CAUSING THESE CONDITION(S) AND ONE OR MORE OF THE DTCS LISTED ABOVE TO SET. IN ADDITION TO A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON, THERE MAY OR MAY NOT BE CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF ROUGH IDLE, EXTENDED CRANKING OR NO START.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM.

Source record 10090293 at NHTSA
Jun 19, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

11-130-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10087601

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROCEDURES FOR INTAKE AND EXHAUST CAMSHAFT POSITION-RELATED AND/OR ENGINE MISFIRE DTCS FOR THE FA AND FB ENGINE-EQUIPPED MODELS LISTED ABOVE. THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (CPS) CLEARANCE MAY BE OUT OF SPECIFICATION CAUSING THESE CONDITION(S) AND ONE OR MORE OF THE DTCS LISTED ABOVE TO SET. IN ADDITION TO A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON, THERE MAY OR MAY NOT BE CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF ROUGH IDLE, EXTENDED CRANKING OR NO START.

Source components: ENGINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL.

Source record 10087601 at NHTSA
Jun 19, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

11-130-13R

NHTSA communication ID: 10065788

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10065788 at NHTSA
Jun 18, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1516213

NHTSA communication ID: 10232510

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service Procedure for Replacement of the Bluetooth Microphone for Kenwood Audio / Navigation Systems

Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:BLUETOOTH/WIFI · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).

Source record 10232510 at NHTSA
Jun 18, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-162-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10090291

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A SERVICE PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING THE BLUETOOTH HANDS-FREE MICROPHONE WHICH IS NOW AVAILABLE AS AN INDIVIDUAL SERVICE PART (SEPARATE FROM THE MAP LIGHT ASSEMBLY). THE REPLACEMENT MICROPHONE IS DESIGNED TO REDUCE BACKGROUND NOISE WHEN USING THE HANDS-FREE TELEPHONE FEATURE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10090291 at NHTSA
Jun 18, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-162-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10087561

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A SERVICE PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING THE BLUETOOTH HANDS-FREE MICROPHONE WHICH IS NOW AVAILABLE AS AN INDIVIDUAL SERVICE PART (SEPARATE FROM THE MAP LIGHT ASSEMBLY). THE REPLACEMENT MICROPHONE IS DESIGNED TO REDUCE BACKGROUND NOISE WHEN USING THE HANDS-FREE TELEPHONE FEATURE.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.

Source record 10087561 at NHTSA
Jun 18, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-162-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10065786

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10065786 at NHTSA
Jun 4, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1817213

NHTSA communication ID: 10235852

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service Manual Corrections

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10235852 at NHTSA
Jun 4, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18-172-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10084424

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THE PURPOSE OF THIS BULLETIN IS TO PROVIDE A DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT CHANGES TO SERVICE MANUALS AVAILABLE VIA THE SUBARU TECHNICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM (STIS) WEB SITE. THE TABLES CONTAINED WITHIN THIS BULLETIN ARE TO BE USED AS GUIDES FOR BECOMING AWARE OF THE LATEST CHANGES. WE ADVISE YOU TO ALWAYS REFER TO THE STIS WEB SITE WHEN LOOKING FOR THE LATEST SERVICE INFORMATION. PRINTED PAGES WILL NOT BE MADE AVAILABLE TO UPDATE PRINTED SERVICE MANUALS.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10084424 at NHTSA
May 28, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0214113

NHTSA communication ID: 10235838

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Design Change to Rubber Sealing Cap for Oil Pressure Switch

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10235838 at NHTSA
May 28, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-141-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10141544

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Bulletin provides information regarding a design change to the rubber cap which covers the electrical connection at the oil pressure switch. The new cap provides better sealing and resistance to moisture intrusion which can compromise the electrical connection and in some cases, cause the oil pressure warning lamp to illuminate in error.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10141544 at NHTSA
May 28, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-141-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10065768

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10065768 at NHTSA
May 28, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SB-141-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10052503

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUBARU: THE RUBBER CAP, THAT COVERS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION AT OIL PRESSURE SWITCH, HAS A NEW DESIGN CHANGE AND IT PROVIDES BETTER SEALING AND RESISTANCE TO INTRUSION OF MOISTURE THAT CAN COMPROMISE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION, AND MAY BE IN SOME CASES, CAUSE OIL PRESSURE LAMP TO ILLUMINATE. MODEL 2012-2013 IMPREZA,2011-2013 FORESTER. *PE

Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10052503 at NHTSA
May 22, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

037012R

NHTSA communication ID: 10234828

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 NHTSA
May 7, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

12-153-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10141522

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Bulletin provides a repair procedure for the replacement of the tonneau cover stoppers. This procedure must be used in place of tonneau cover assembly replacement for stopper failure. Replacing the complete tonneau cover assembly due to a stopper failure is no longer an accepted repair.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10141522 at NHTSA
May 7, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

12-153-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10065147

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10065147 at NHTSA
Apr 30, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1817113

NHTSA communication ID: 10233115

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service Manual Corrections

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10233115 at NHTSA
Apr 25, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0214013

NHTSA communication ID: 10233119

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Oil Filler Cap Gasket Coming Unseated

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10233119 at NHTSA
Apr 25, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

0116809R

NHTSA communication ID: 10232879

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Replacement Key and Immobilizer info

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER.

Source record 10232879 at NHTSA
Apr 25, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

02-140-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10068201

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10068201 at NHTSA
Apr 5, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1113013

NHTSA communication ID: 10233120

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Difficulty Starting, Rough Idle, Cam Position or Misfire DTCs

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10233120 at NHTSA
Apr 5, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

11-130-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10084586

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROCEDURES FOR INTAKE AND EXHAUST CAMSHAFT POSITION-RELATED AND/OR ENGINE MISFIRE DTCS FOR THE FA AND FB ENGINE-EQUIPPED MODELS LISTED ABOVE. THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (CPS) CLEARANCE MAY BE OUT OF SPECIFICATION CAUSING THESE CONDITION(S) AND ONE OR MORE OF THE DTCS LISTED ABOVE TO SET. IN ADDITION TO A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON, THERE MAY OR MAY NOT BE CUSTOMER CONCERNS OF ROUGH IDLE, EXTENDED CRANKING OR NO START.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10084586 at NHTSA
Apr 5, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

11-130-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10067096

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10067096 at NHTSA
Mar 15, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WQE-41M2

NHTSA communication ID: 10085114

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

"THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO PROVIDE FURTHER CLARIFICATION OF THE PROPER CLAIMS PROCEDURES TO FOLLOW WHEN A VEHICLE COMES IN TO YOUR SERVICE DEPARTMENT FOR THE WQE]41 PUDDLE LIGHT CAMPAIGN. FIRST AND FOREMOST, VERIFY THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH GENUINE SUBARU ACCESSORY PUDDLE LIGHTS. IF THE VEHICLE IS NOT EQUIPPED, RELEASE THE VEHICLE AS NO CORRECTION IS REQUIRED."

Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.

Source record 10085114 at NHTSA
Mar 6, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WQE41M

NHTSA communication ID: 10085003

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

"IN ORDER TO REMOVE THE DISPLAY OF AN OPEN RECALL ON THE WQE99 PROGRAM (OPTIONAL PUDDLE LIGHTS) THAT WAS USED FOR VEHICLES THAT MAY OR MAY NOT HAVE PUDDLE LIGHTS, THE WQE99 PROGRAM HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED. THE ACTUAL RECALL FOR THE PUDDLE LIGHTS (WQE41) REMAINS UNCHANGED. TO REPLACE THE WQE99 NOTIFICATION, COMMENTS WILL BE ADDED TO THE VEHICLE COVERAGE INQUIRY TO IDENTIFY THESE VEHICLES. WHEN LOOKING FOR OPEN RECALLS IN THE VEHICLE COVERAGE INQUIRY, PLEASE CHECK THE COMMENTS TO IDENTIFY VINS THAT MAY OR MAY NOT HAVE THE OPTIONAL PUDDLE LIGHTS. IF THE VEHICLE HAS PUDDLE LIGHTS THAT MEET THE CRITERIA IN THE WQE41 CAMPAIGN BULLETIN, CONTINUE TO CALL THE CLAIMS HELPLINE TO REGISTER THE VIN IN THE WQE41 RECALL. THESE COMMENTS SHOULD APPEAR ON THE VEHICLE COVERAGE INQUIRY BY THE END OF THE DAY. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS ISSUE, PLEASE CONTACT THE CLAIMS HELPLINE AT 1-866-782-2782."

Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.

Source record 10085003 at NHTSA