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2015 Subaru OUTBACK
Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 6

Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 501–544 of 544, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Dec 11, 2012–Sep 2, 2014.

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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.

Sep 2, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

10-80-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10068351

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.

Source record 10068351 at NHTSA
Aug 28, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TECHTIPSAUGUST20

NHTSA communication ID: 10092385

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 10092385 at NHTSA
Aug 27, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

J51661

NHTSA communication ID: 10234943

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Final release of special service tool items

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

Source record 10234943 at NHTSA
Aug 27, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SM07

NHTSA communication ID: 10092377

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

FINAL RELEASE OF SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL ITEMS FOR THE 2015 LEGACY & OUTBACK

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10092377 at NHTSA
Aug 27, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

8-27-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10068347

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10068347 at NHTSA
Aug 7, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-174-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10092282

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

CLOCK TIME WILL NOT ADJUST OR DISPLAYS DASHES - THIS SERVICE INFORMATION OUTLINES A PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF EITHER THE CLOCK DISPLAY TIME ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS DO NOT WORK OR 3 “DASHES” APPEAR WHEN THEY ARE PRESSED.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10092282 at NHTSA
Aug 7, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

15-174-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10068335

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.

Source record 10068335 at NHTSA
Jul 21, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SM02

NHTSA communication ID: 10091815

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SST ANNOUNCEMENT - 2015 LEGACY & OUTBACK SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10091815 at NHTSA
Jul 21, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14-20-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10068333

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10068333 at NHTSA
Jul 21, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

07-21-2014

NHTSA communication ID: 10068329

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10068329 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 16, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

J51658

NHTSA communication ID: 10232534

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Special Service Tools and Equipment

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10232534 at NHTSA
Jul 16, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

07-16-2014

NHTSA communication ID: 10068326

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10068326 at NHTSA
Jul 11, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

L101SAL010

NHTSA communication ID: 10234867

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Trailer Hitch dealer kit: Stop Sale

Source components: TRAILER HITCHES.

Source record 10234867 at NHTSA
Jul 11, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PM01

NHTSA communication ID: 10091771

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT SUBARU OF AMERICA IS STOPPING THE SALES OF THE 2015 OUTBACK TRAILER HITCH DEALER KIT, P/N: L101SAL010.

Source components: TRAILER HITCHES.

Source record 10091771 at NHTSA
Jul 11, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

L101SAL010

NHTSA communication ID: 10068632

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: TRAILER HITCHES.

Source record 10068632 at NHTSA
Jun 30, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18360AA040

NHTSA communication ID: 10232536

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Special Service Tools and Equipment

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10232536 at NHTSA
Jun 30, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Special Service

NHTSA communication ID: 10232517

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

2015 Legacy & Outback Special Service Tools and Equipment

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10232517 at NHTSA
Jun 30, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SM06

NHTSA communication ID: 10084401

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SERVICE MEMO - 2015 LEGACY & OUTBACK SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10084401 at NHTSA
Jun 30, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

06-30-2014

NHTSA communication ID: 10068328

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10068328 at NHTSA
Jun 30, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

6-30-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10068319

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10068319 at NHTSA
Jun 26, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Label Removals

NHTSA communication ID: 10232515

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Please be advised, a limited number of early?production 2015MY Legacy and Outback models may arrive with up to 6 identification labels which must be removed during the vehicle appearance / get?ready procedure prior to delivery to the customer. The labels are located (one each) on each door trim panel (front and rear) and one on each end of the instrument panel as shown in the photographs below.

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

Source record 10232515 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

MSA5P1926C

NHTSA communication ID: 10234869

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

New Technology Training

Source components: COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS.

Source record 10234869 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

06-2014

NHTSA communication ID: 10069730

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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

Source record 10069730 at NHTSA
May 20, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

171713R

NHTSA communication ID: 10234841

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Event Data Recorder (EDR) Function of Airbag Module

Source components: AIR BAGS · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

Source record 10234841 at NHTSA
May 6, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

139714

NHTSA communication ID: 10234837

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Paint Coding Information

Source components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

Source record 10234837 at NHTSA
Mar 7, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Announcements-2

NHTSA communication ID: 10232894

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Effective with all 2015 model year cars and forward, the oil change interval is changing to 6,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first.

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

Source record 10232894 at NHTSA
Mar 7, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SM02

NHTSA communication ID: 10090162

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

OIL CHANGE INTERVAL UPDATE BEGINNING WITH 2015 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES

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

Source record 10090162 at NHTSA
Mar 7, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SM02

NHTSA communication ID: 10087321

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

OIL CHANGE INTERVAL UPDATE BEGINNING WITH 2015 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES

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

Source record 10087321 at NHTSA
Aug 19, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

05-55-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10092164

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING A RUNNING CHANGE TO THE TIRES BEING USED IN PRODUCTION ON 2013MY AND LATER OUTBACK. THE ILLUSTRATIONS BELOW ARE PROVIDED FOR REFERENCE.

Source components: TIRES.

Source record 10092164 at NHTSA
Aug 19, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

05-55-13

NHTSA communication ID: 10067021

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: TIRES:TREAD/BELT.

Source record 10067021 at NHTSA
Aug 5, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1213712R

NHTSA communication ID: 10232550

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

EyeSight Acceptable Windshield Repair Areas

Source components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD.

Source record 10232550 at NHTSA
Aug 5, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

064312R

NHTSA communication ID: 10232549

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ETC (Electronic Toll Collection) Device Mounting Guidelines

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10232549 at NHTSA
Aug 5, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

12-137-12R

NHTSA communication ID: 10067006

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10067006 at NHTSA
May 20, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1516313

NHTSA communication ID: 10234856

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Accessory Trailer Hitch L101SAJ001

Source components: TRAILER HITCHES.

Source record 10234856 at NHTSA
May 7, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

THU

NHTSA communication ID: 10141520

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

We have begun inspecting our inventory of the L101SAJ001and have identified good kits. A limited quantity of these kits will begin shipping today to dealers. Please use the picture and information below to help identify a ?good? trailer hitch kit. All kits that have been inspected and are ok to sell and install will have a round green sticker next to the part label.

Source components: TRAILER HITCHES.

Source record 10141520 at NHTSA
May 6, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TH

NHTSA communication ID: 10141517

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

It has come to our attention that there may be a potential parts quality issue with our current Outback Trailer Hitches, Part Number L101SAJ001. We are asking that dealers please send back any inventory they currently have to their facing RDC. This affects all date ranges and lots of this part number. If you have the previous version of this hitch in inventory, Part Number L101SAJ000, they are OK to use and do not need to be returned. Once we have inspected our inventory and begin to ship this part again we will post another announcement to Subarunet with more details on how to identify the good product.

Source components: TRAILER HITCHES.

Source record 10141517 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
Mar 18, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

171713

NHTSA communication ID: 10233435

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Event Data Recorder (EDR) Function of Airbag Module

Source components: AIR BAGS.

Source record 10233435 at NHTSA
Mar 14, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1213512R

NHTSA communication ID: 10233445

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

If you have copies of 12-135-12R please discard and refer to 07-72-13 for the latest repair procedure.

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

Source record 10233445 at NHTSA
Mar 14, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

12-135-12R

NHTSA communication ID: 10065124

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: STRUCTURE.

Source record 10065124 at NHTSA
Feb 19, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WQE41-1

NHTSA communication ID: 10232869

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Puddle Light Recall

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

Source record 10232869 at NHTSA
Dec 11, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

036912R

NHTSA communication ID: 10234259

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

6MT Transfer Driven Gear Bearing

Source components: EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:INTEGRATED JACK/LEVELER/STABILIZER:HOSES/CABLES/RODS/GEARS/STRUT/CYLINDER.

Source record 10234259 at NHTSA
Dec 11, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

03-69-12R

NHTSA communication ID: 10065090

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.

Source record 10065090 at NHTSA