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2020 Subaru OUTBACK
Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 7

Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 601–612 of 612, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Dec 11, 2012–Aug 12, 2016.

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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.

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Aug 12, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

216316

NHTSA communication ID: 10182589

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Service Information bulletin provides new inspection and repair procedures for AVCS (Active Valve Control System) -related DTCs on the FA and FB engine equipped models listed above. The applicable Service Manuals will be revised with this new information in the near future.

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

Source record 10182589 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
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
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
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
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
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
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