Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2009 Legacy are official communications between Subaru & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

    STEERING

    • TSB #06-47-14

      Date Announced:
      OCT 23, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093509

      REVISION TO TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION FOR VDC DTC C0071 Read More »

    • TSB #064714

      Date Announced:
      OCT 23, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235894

      Revision to Troubleshooting Information for VDC DTC C0071 Read More »

    SUSPENSION

    • TSB #05-60-15R

      Date Announced:
      JUN 13, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120976

      2006-2009MY Legacy Spec B and 3.0R Limited Models with Bilstein? Front Struts models only. This bulletin provides an inspection method for the threaded portion of the front strut piston rod. Read More »

    • TSB #05-60-15

      Date Announced:
      JUL 27, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10092006

      THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES AN INSPECTION METHOD FOR THE THREADED PORTION OF THE FRONT STRUT PISTON ROD. IF YOU RECEIVE A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF A RATTLING SOUND IN THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING AND INSPECTION RESULTS OF THE RELATED ... Read More »

    BRAKES (PWS)

    • TSB #WQK-47R

      Date Announced:
      DEC 23, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094206

      WQK-47R - BRAKE LINE CORROSION Read More »

    • TSB #WQK47R-1

      Date Announced:
      DEC 23, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10233105

      Brake Line Corrosion Read More »

    • TSB #WQK-47R

      Date Announced:
      DEC 22, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10094201

      WQK-47R - BRAKE LINE CORROSION Read More »

    • TSB #WQK47R

      Date Announced:
      DEC 22, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10233104

      Brake Line Corrosion Read More »

    • TSB #WQG-43R

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10068331

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    • TSB #WQG43R

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10232540

      Brake Line Corrosion Read More »

    • TSB #WQK47-1

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10234896

      Brake Line Corrosion Read More »

    • TSB #WQK-47

      Date Announced:
      JUN 10, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10084243

      NEW SUBARU RECALL CAMPAIGN: BRAKE LINE CORROSION WQK?]47 Read More »

    • TSB #WQK47-2

      Date Announced:
      JUN 10, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10234827

      New Subaru Recall Campaign: Brake Line Corrosion WQK?47 Read More »

    • TSB #WQK47

      Date Announced:
      JUN 10, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10234895

      Subaru Recall Campaign WQK47: Brake Line Corrosion Read More »

    • TSB #WQG-43

      Date Announced:
      MAY 30, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10065774

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    • TSB #WQG43-1

      Date Announced:
      MAY 30, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10234887

      Subaru Recall Campaign WQG43: Brake Line Corrosion Read More »

    • TSB #WQG-43

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10065773

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    • TSB #WQG43

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10234886

      Brake Line Corrosion Read More »

    • TSB #WQG-43

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10065138

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    • TSB #WQG?-43A

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10085232

      SUBJECT: NEW SUBARU RECALL CAMPAIGN: BRAKE LINE CORROSION WQG?]43 SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. HAS DETERMINED THAT A DEFECT, WHICH RELATES TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, EXISTS ON THE FOLLOWING AFFECTED VEHICLES. Read More »

    • TSB #WQG43

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235884

      Certain 2005?2009 model year Subaru Legacy/Outback vehicles whose owners either currently reside in, or the vehicle has ever been registered in, at least one of the following ?salt?belt? states or Washington D.C. Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

    • TSB #06-68-19R

      Date Announced:
      JUL 11, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10163525

      This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

    • TSB #WQG-43

      Date Announced:
      MAY 30, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10141549

      Subaru of America, Inc. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists on certain 2005-2009 model year Subaru Legacy/Outback vehicles currently or formerly registered in at least one of the ?salt-belt? states ... Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

    • TSB #WQG-43U

      Date Announced:
      MAY 30, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10141550

      Update: Subaru Recall Campaign WQG43: Brake Line Corrosion On March 27, 2013, Subaru of America, Inc. announced that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists on the following affected vehicles. Read More »

    ENGINE (PWS)

    • TSB #02-172-18R

      Date Announced:
      FEB 06, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10140424

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #02-172-18R

      Date Announced:
      FEB 06, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10140479

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #02-162-15

      Date Announced:
      SEP 10, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093067

      "THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH ASSEMBLY. NICKEL PLATING HAS BEEN APPLIED TO THE INTERNAL SWITCH CONTACTS TO ENHANCE THEIR DURABILITY AND REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF POOR CONTACT WHICH ... Read More »

    • TSB #WQD-40

      Date Announced:
      JAN 10, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10065106

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    • TSB #037012R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 03, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235830

      Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound Read More »

    • TSB #WQD-40

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10065117

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #09-51-08R

      Date Announced:
      JUN 07, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10198749

      This bulletin is to advise of SOAa??s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure. Read More »

    • TSB #03-82-18R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186364

      This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing. Read More »

    • TSB #03-82-18R

      Date Announced:
      AUG 26, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179416

      This service information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models listed. Read More »

    • TSB #18-198-20

      Date Announced:
      MAR 03, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10173027

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #WVM23R

      Date Announced:
      FEB 06, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131701

      REVISED. CA PZEV SPEC MODELS ONLY. Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) has determined that vehicles affected by this Service Program require ECM reprogramming. Read More »

    • TSB #WVU31R

      Date Announced:
      FEB 06, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131702

      2.5 Liter N/A engine only. REVISED. Subaru of America, Inc. has determined that vehicles affected by this Service Program require ECM reprogramming. Read More »

    • TSB #02-164-16

      Date Announced:
      DEC 27, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111069

      This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the internal contact portion of the oil pressure switch to increase durability Read More »

    • TSB #05-60-15R

      Date Announced:
      JUN 13, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120976

      2006-2009MY Legacy Spec B and 3.0R Limited Models with Bilstein? Front Struts models only. This bulletin provides an inspection method for the threaded portion of the front strut piston rod. Read More »

    • TSB #0215514R

      Date Announced:
      OCT 10, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235911

      Intercooler/Intake Air Duct Read More »

    • TSB #0215514

      Date Announced:
      APR 17, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10233441

      Intercooler/Intake Air Duct Read More »

    • TSB #WQD40

      Date Announced:
      JAN 10, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10234881

      Subaru Service Program WQD-40: Front Catalytic Converter Replacement & Engine Control Module (ECM) Reprogramming Read More »

    • TSB #WQD40

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235880

      Subaru of America, Inc. has determined vehicles affected by this Service Program require front catalytic converter replacement and ECM reprogramming. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

    • TSB #SPB-WVU-31

      Date Announced:
      JUN 03, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10038970

      SUBARU SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ECM REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE. 2006-2010 LEGACY/OUTBACK/FORESTER/IMPREZA. *RM UPDATED 9/26/11. *PE Read More »

    • TSB #WVM-23

      Date Announced:
      MAR 23, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10038957

      SUBARU SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. A SOFTWARE PROBLEM IS CAUSING THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER TO DEGRADE WHEN DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS. THIS WILL CAUSE THE ENGINE LIGHT TO COME ON. Read More »

    • TSB #SB-WVM-23

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032512

      SUBARU SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) REPROGRAMMING. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER:INTERCOOLER

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS

    • TSB #02-155-14

      Date Announced:
      APR 17, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10084453

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

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

    • TSB #WTM-73R

      Date Announced:
      JUL 11, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10192930

      Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling 100,127 vehicles including certain 2007-2009 model year Legacy and Outback (turbo models only), 2008-2014 model year Impreza (turbo models only) and 2009-2013 model year Forester (turbo models ... Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR

    • TSB #WQD-40DA

      Date Announced:
      JAN 10, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10080091

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. HAS DETERMINED THAT VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS SERVICE PROGRAM REQUIRE FRONT CATALYTIC CONVERTER REPLACEMENT AND ECM REPROGRAMMING. Read More »

    • TSB #WQD-40

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10051640

      SUBARU: OVER TIME, FRONT CATALYTIC CONVERTER EFFICIENCY DEGRADES BEYOND AN ACCEPTABLE LEVEL AND RELEASES AIR POLLUTANTS THAT REQUIRES THE FRONT CATALYTIC CONVERTER TO BE REPLACED AND ECM TO BE REPROGRAMMED. Read More »

    • TSB #WQD-40

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10080261

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. HAS DETERMINED VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS SERVICE PROGRAM REQUIRE FRONT CATALYTIC CONVERTER REPLACEMENT AND ECM REPROGRAMMING. Read More »

    • TSB #WQD40

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235880

      Subaru of America, Inc. has determined vehicles affected by this Service Program require front catalytic converter replacement and ECM reprogramming. Read More »

    • TSB #SB-WVM-23

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032512

      SUBARU SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) REPROGRAMMING. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:KINETIC:HOUSING/CASE

    • TSB #037012R-1

      Date Announced:
      JAN 15, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10234829

      Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #03-82-18

      Date Announced:
      OCT 26, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150924

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #03-82-18

      Date Announced:
      OCT 26, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150949

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #03-70-12R

      Date Announced:
      MAY 22, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10141537

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #037012R

      Date Announced:
      MAY 22, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10234828

      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. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #03-82-18R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186364

      This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #16-91-14

      Date Announced:
      JAN 29, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10067835

      THIS SERVICE INFORMATION DESCRIBES 2 CORRECTIONS TO THE SERVICE MANUAL DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES FOR THE DTCS LISTED ABOVE. Read More »

    • TSB #169114

      Date Announced:
      JAN 29, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10234840

      Correction to Diagnostics for 5AT-Related DTCs Read More »

    • TSB #03-70-12R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 15, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10089957

      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 ... Read More »

    • TSB #03-70-12R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 03, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10079980

      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. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CENTER SUPPORT BEARING

    • TSB #03-68-12R

      Date Announced:
      DEC 11, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093967

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #036812R

      Date Announced:
      DEC 11, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10234258

      5MT Transfer Driven Gear Bearings Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #01-168-09R

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241801

      The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site. Read More »

    • TSB #TKA-20R,TKB-20R,

      Date Announced:
      MAY 02, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10237234

      Takata Front Passenger Airbag Module / Inflator a??Like for Likea?? Recall Read More »

    • TSB #15-302-22

      Date Announced:
      AUG 23, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10219491

      This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. Read More »

    • TSB #15-192-22R

      Date Announced:
      MAR 18, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209915

      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). Read More »

    • TSB #01-167-08R

      Date Announced:
      JUN 17, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10198758

      This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models Read More »

    • TSB #01-168-09R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 04, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186348

      The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information. Read More »

    • TSB #18-198-20

      Date Announced:
      MAR 03, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10173027

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #01-168-09R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 10, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10171084

      The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site. Read More »

    • TSB #WUF-91R

      Date Announced:
      MAY 22, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10161827

      Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall. Read More »

    • TSB #WUF-91R

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160209

      Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall. Read More »

    • TSB #064714

      Date Announced:
      OCT 23, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235894

      Revision to Troubleshooting Information for VDC DTC C0071 Read More »

    • TSB #WQD40

      Date Announced:
      JAN 10, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10234881

      Subaru Service Program WQD-40: Front Catalytic Converter Replacement & Engine Control Module (ECM) Reprogramming Read More »

    • TSB #WQD40

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235880

      Subaru of America, Inc. has determined vehicles affected by this Service Program require front catalytic converter replacement and ECM reprogramming. Read More »

    • TSB #037012

      Date Announced:
      DEC 13, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10234260

      Repair Procedure for High-Pitched Sound from Extension Housing Area Using Latest Generation Production Parts Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:CYBERSECURITY

    • TSB #WQD-40

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10080261

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. HAS DETERMINED VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS SERVICE PROGRAM REQUIRE FRONT CATALYTIC CONVERTER REPLACEMENT AND ECM REPROGRAMMING. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

    • TSB #06-47-14

      Date Announced:
      OCT 23, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093509

      REVISION TO TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION FOR VDC DTC C0071 Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL

    • TSB #WQG-43R

      Date Announced:
      JUL 23, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10091842

      CAMPAIGN WQG-43R - BRAKE LINE CORROSION Read More »

    • TSB #WQK-47

      Date Announced:
      JUL 10, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10091768

      WQK-47 - BRAKE LINE CORROSION PRODUCT CAMPAIGN BULLETIN Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

    • TSB #WUF-91R

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160209

      Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall. Read More »

    • TSB #WUF-91

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160219

      Owner Notification, Owners will be notified by first class mail on May 10, 2019. Owners with a valid email address on file will also be notified by email. Read More »

    • TSB #WUF-91-041219

      Date Announced:
      APR 12, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160208

      New Subaru Safety Recall: WUF-91 Replacement Ignition Switch Recall Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

    • TSB #WUF-91R

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160209

      Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall. Read More »

    • TSB #WUF-91

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160219

      Owner Notification, Owners will be notified by first class mail on May 10, 2019. Owners with a valid email address on file will also be notified by email. Read More »

    • TSB #WUF-91-041219

      Date Announced:
      APR 12, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160208

      New Subaru Safety Recall: WUF-91 Replacement Ignition Switch Recall Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain vehicles in the ranges listed below to inspect and potentially replace the ignition switch. A total of 511 U.S. Read More »

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

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

    • TSB #12-197-16R

      Date Announced:
      DEC 27, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10138771

      As part of our dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is initiating a program to extend the original New Car Limited Warranty coverage of the instrument panel (IP) or dashboard assembly on the applicable vehicles ... Read More »

    • TSB #12-197-16R

      Date Announced:
      MAY 06, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139473

      New Car Limited Warranty coverage of the instrument panel (IP) or dashboard assembly on the applicable vehicles listed above to 10 years/regardless of miles from original start date. Read More »

    • TSB #12-197-16

      Date Announced:
      FEB 25, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10089802

      "AS PART OF OUR DEDICATION TO CUSTOMER SATISFACTION, SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. IS INITIATING A PROGRAM TO EXTEND THE ORIGINAL NEW CAR LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE OF THE INSTRUMENT PANE+G108 (IP) OR DASHBOARD ASSEMBLY ON THE APPLICABLE ... Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    • TSB #WVU31R

      Date Announced:
      FEB 06, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131702

      2.5 Liter N/A engine only. REVISED. Subaru of America, Inc. has determined that vehicles affected by this Service Program require ECM reprogramming. Read More »

    • TSB #WQD-40DA

      Date Announced:
      JAN 10, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10080091

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. HAS DETERMINED THAT VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS SERVICE PROGRAM REQUIRE FRONT CATALYTIC CONVERTER REPLACEMENT AND ECM REPROGRAMMING. Read More »

    • TSB #WQD-40

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10080261

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. HAS DETERMINED VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS SERVICE PROGRAM REQUIRE FRONT CATALYTIC CONVERTER REPLACEMENT AND ECM REPROGRAMMING. Read More »

    • TSB #WVM-23

      Date Announced:
      MAR 23, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10038957

      SUBARU SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. A SOFTWARE PROBLEM IS CAUSING THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER TO DEGRADE WHEN DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS. THIS WILL CAUSE THE ENGINE LIGHT TO COME ON. Read More »

    • TSB #SB-WVM-23

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032512

      SUBARU SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) REPROGRAMMING. Read More »

    AIR BAGS

    • TSB #TKA-20R, TKB-20R

      Date Announced:
      DEC 28, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10248223

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model year Baja vehicles, 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, ... Read More »

    • TSB #TKA-17R, TKB-17R

      Date Announced:
      DEC 28, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10248224

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain Subaru vehicles listed, equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger side frontal airbag containing the propellant ... Read More »

    • TSB #TKA-20R/TKB-30R/

      Date Announced:
      OCT 30, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244915

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model year Baja vehicles, 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, ... Read More »

    • TSB #TKA-20R,TKB-20R,

      Date Announced:
      MAY 02, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10237234

      Takata Front Passenger Airbag Module / Inflator a??Like for Likea?? Recall Read More »

    • TSB #TKA, TKB, TKC-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 04, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235277

      Takata Front Passenger Airbag Module / Inflator a??Like for Likea?? Recall Read More »

    • TSB #TKA-20R

      Date Announced:
      FEB 04, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10171869

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model year Baja vehicles, 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, ... Read More »

    • TSB #TKA, TKB, TKC-20

      Date Announced:
      JAN 15, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10171076

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model year Baja vehicles, 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, ... Read More »

    • TSB #Subaru Announcem

      Date Announced:
      JAN 06, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10171075

      Takata Like for Like recalls- TKA20 (Zone A), TKB20 (Zone B), TKC20 (Zone C). Read More »

    • TSB #TKA-B-C

      Date Announced:
      MAY 27, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139522

      Subject: Takata Recall Expansion ? New Subaru Recall Campaigns TKA-16, TKB-16, TKC-16 covering all non-desiccated frontal Takata PSAN inflators. Read More »

    • TSB #WQR53-memo

      Date Announced:
      MAY 04, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139471

      NHTSA announced in a press conference today, the planned expansion of the airbag inflator recall to an additional 35 to 40 million vehicles from various manufacturers nationwide. Read More »

    AIR BAGS: ALLEGED COUNTERFEIT AIR BAG

    • TSB #SB-001487

      Date Announced:
      OCT 25, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10047539

      SUBARU: INFORMATION BEING PROVIDED REGARDING COUNTERFEIT AIR BAGS, BEING USED AS REPLACEMENT PARTS AND INSTALLED IN CERTAIN VEHICLES. MODELS 2008-2011 LEGACY, OUTBACK, IMPREZA, FORESTER. *PE Read More »

    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

    • TSB #01-168-09R

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241801

      The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site. Read More »

    TIRES

    • TSB #SB-05-50-10R

      Date Announced:
      FEB 03, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10037968

      SUBARU: THERE IS A STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS DUE TO AN IMPORPER WHEEL BALANCE. *RM Read More »

    ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)

    • TSB #05-60-15R

      Date Announced:
      JUN 13, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120976

      2006-2009MY Legacy Spec B and 3.0R Limited Models with Bilstein? Front Struts models only. This bulletin provides an inspection method for the threaded portion of the front strut piston rod. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #01-168-09R

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241801

      The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site. Read More »

    • TSB #12-249-23R

      Date Announced:
      JUL 11, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240110

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #01-167-08R

      Date Announced:
      AUG 23, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10219492

      This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models. Read More »

    • TSB #15-302-22

      Date Announced:
      AUG 23, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10219491

      This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. Read More »

    • TSB #01-167-08R

      Date Announced:
      JUN 17, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10198758

      This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models Read More »

    • TSB #09-51-08R

      Date Announced:
      JUN 07, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10198749

      This bulletin is to advise of SOAa??s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure. Read More »

    • TSB #14-22-16R

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10187315

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #03-82-18R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186364

      This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing. Read More »

    • TSB #01-168-09R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 04, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186348

      The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information. Read More »

    • TSB #10-19-20

      Date Announced:
      OCT 29, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10182247

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #14-22-16R

      Date Announced:
      AUG 04, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179378

      Special Service Tools Cross Reference List. Read More »

    • TSB #01-181-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174543

      All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices) Read More »

    • TSB #18-198-20

      Date Announced:
      MAR 03, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10173027

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #01-168-09R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 10, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10171084

      The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site. Read More »

    • TSB #Subaru Tech Tips

      Date Announced:
      MAY 21, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10161824

      Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter. Read More »

    • TSB #14-22-16R

      Date Announced:
      MAY 06, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10161813

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #03-82-18

      Date Announced:
      OCT 26, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150949

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #02-172-18R

      Date Announced:
      FEB 06, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10140479

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #01-168-09R

      Date Announced:
      NOV 16, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120997

      The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site. Read More »

    • TSB #TKA-B-C

      Date Announced:
      MAY 27, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139522

      Subject: Takata Recall Expansion ? New Subaru Recall Campaigns TKA-16, TKB-16, TKC-16 covering all non-desiccated frontal Takata PSAN inflators. Read More »

    • TSB #01-168-09R

      Date Announced:
      APR 12, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10140499

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #02-162-15R

      Date Announced:
      SEP 11, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093105

      "THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH ASSEMBLY. NICKEL PLATING HAS BEEN APPLIED TO THE INTERNAL SWITCH CONTACTS TO ENHANCE THEIR DURABILITY AND REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF POOR CONTACT WHICH ... Read More »

    • TSB #SB-02-155-14-R

      Date Announced:
      OCT 10, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10056877

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #02-155-14R

      Date Announced:
      OCT 10, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093466

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

    • TSB #WQK-47R

      Date Announced:
      JUL 29, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10091846

      WQK-47 - BRAKE LINE CORROSION PRODUCT CAMPAIGN BULLETIN Read More »

    • TSB #SM07

      Date Announced:
      JUL 24, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10091844

      SERVICE MEMO REGARDING SPRAY APPLICATION GUN ASSEMBLY / USE CAUTION Read More »

    • TSB #03-70-12R

      Date Announced:
      MAY 22, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10141537

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #1817013

      Date Announced:
      APR 12, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10233114

      Service Manual Corrections Read More »

    • TSB #03-70-12

      Date Announced:
      DEC 13, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093977

      REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR HIGH-PITCHED SOUND FROM EXTENSION HOUSING AREA USING LATEST GENERATION PRODUCTION PARTS Read More »

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

    • TSB #15-133-08R

      Date Announced:
      FEB 11, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10083867

      THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS ILLUSTRATIONS OF EXCHANGE COMPONENTS AND THEIR MANUFACTURER AS WELL AS A DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPER EXCHANGE PROCEDURE. THE PURPOSE OF REVISING THIS BULLETIN WAS TO CORRECT THE TRIBECA REAR SEAT DVD UNIT PART NUMBERS. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #01-168-09R

      Date Announced:
      SEP 30, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131647

      The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site. Read More »

    • TSB #01-168-09R

      Date Announced:
      APR 12, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10140499

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #12-197-16

      Date Announced:
      FEB 25, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10086821

      "AS PART OF OUR DEDICATION TO CUSTOMER SATISFACTION, SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. IS INITIATING A PROGRAM TO EXTEND THE ORIGINAL NEW CAR LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE OF THE INSTRUMENT PANE+G108 (IP) OR DASHBOARD ASSEMBLY ON THE APPLICABLE ... Read More »

    • TSB #DWEP

      Date Announced:
      FEB 16, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10084146

      "AS PART OF SUBARU?S DEDICATION TO CUSTOMER SATISFACTION, SOA IS ANNOUNCING A DASHBOARD WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM. Read More »

    • TSB #18-181-15 (2)

      Date Announced:
      JUN 03, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10140561

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #18-176-15

      Date Announced:
      MAR 02, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10090454

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #16-91-14

      Date Announced:
      JAN 29, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10067835

      THIS SERVICE INFORMATION DESCRIBES 2 CORRECTIONS TO THE SERVICE MANUAL DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES FOR THE DTCS LISTED ABOVE. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    • TSB #03-82-18R

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186364

      This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing. Read More »

    • TSB #TKA, TKB, TKC-20

      Date Announced:
      JAN 15, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10171076

      SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003-2014 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2003-2006 model year Baja vehicles, 2009-2013 model year Forester vehicles, ... Read More »

    • TSB #Subaru Announcem

      Date Announced:
      JAN 06, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10171075

      Takata Like for Like recalls- TKA20 (Zone A), TKB20 (Zone B), TKC20 (Zone C). Read More »

    • TSB #03-82-18

      Date Announced:
      OCT 26, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150924

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #03-82-18

      Date Announced:
      OCT 26, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150949

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #01-168-09R

      Date Announced:
      APR 12, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10140499

      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. Read More »