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Technical Service Bulletins For 2018 SUBARU FORESTER

Here are the technical service bulletins we have for the 2018 SUBARU FORESTER. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to Contact Us:




Technical Service Bulletins

Technical Service Bulletin #12-227-17

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 160000 STRUCTURE

NHTSA #10117548

Date Of Bulletin

20170829

Failing Component Name

160000 STRUCTURE

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change made to the upper front grille. The two small retaining slide bolts /cap nuts previously used have been eliminated.


Technical Service Bulletin #13-100-17

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10117550

Date Of Bulletin

20170810

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

Note: This is the most accurate information available at the time of printing. Various paint manufacturers designate their own stock numbers and coding information although many of the major suppliers are now using the SOA paint codes to


Technical Service Bulletin #11-174-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

NHTSA #10131689

Date Of Bulletin

20171031

Failing Component Name

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

Description

This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the ECM and address the following customer concerns: ? Check Engine light coming on (with DTC P05A0 stored in memory). ? Potential battery discharge (dead batter


Technical Service Bulletin #07-108-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS

NHTSA #10131667

Date Of Bulletin

20171012

Failing Component Name

220000 SEATS

Description

This Service Information bulletin provides a procedure for diagnosis of Occupant Detection System (ODS) DTC B1760- Sensor Mat Abnormal and/or B1650- Occupant Classification System Malfunction. This information replaces the current procedu


Technical Service Bulletin #07-75-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

NHTSA #10133521

Date Of Bulletin

20180328

Failing Component Name

116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Description

On Forester Turbo and applicable WRX models, after re-connecting the battery, if the ignition switch is turned back ?ON? within one minute after the first time the ignition is turned ?OFF?, it becomes possible for the CEL to illuminate


Technical Service Bulletin #07-75-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY

NHTSA #10133521

Date Of Bulletin

20180328

Failing Component Name

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY

Description

On Forester Turbo and applicable WRX models, after re-connecting the battery, if the ignition switch is turned back ?ON? within one minute after the first time the ignition is turned ?OFF?, it becomes possible for the CEL to illuminate


Technical Service Bulletin #12-234-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

NHTSA #10133522

Date Of Bulletin

20180328

Failing Component Name

131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Description

This bulletin provides a repair procedure for replacing the foam cushion installed between the top front edge of the IP and the windshield glass. Use the supplied Service Procedure to address a customer concern involving the foam cushi


Technical Service Bulletin #02-170-17

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10131632

Date Of Bulletin

20170911

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

This bulletin announces part information for new Active Valve Control System (AVCS) oil control solenoid valves (OCV) which contain a redesigned internal oil seal. The new seal will eliminate potential oil seepage into the wire harness co


Technical Service Bulletin #10-83-15R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353600 EQUIPMENT:AIR CONDITIONER

NHTSA #10131633

Date Of Bulletin

20170906

Failing Component Name

353600 EQUIPMENT:AIR CONDITIONER

Description

Models with Manual HVAC Systems only. This Service Information bulletin provides precautions to use when removing the HVAC control panel to prevent damaging the blower fan speed switch. When removing the control panel, if the fan speed sw


Technical Service Bulletin #15-214-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

NHTSA #10133525

Date Of Bulletin

20180309

Failing Component Name

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Description

2018 Audio/Navigation Exchange Component Identification and Procedures. This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.


Technical Service Bulletin #15-214-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

NHTSA #10133525

Date Of Bulletin

20180309

Failing Component Name

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Description

2018 Audio/Navigation Exchange Component Identification and Procedures. This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.


Technical Service Bulletin #18-192-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

NHTSA #10133529

Date Of Bulletin

20180302

Failing Component Name

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Description

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 bec


Technical Service Bulletin #12-231-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

NHTSA #10130277

Date Of Bulletin

20180111

Failing Component Name

162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

Description

( 2017-2018MY Impreza - 5 Dr Only)


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

NHTSA #10130278

Date Of Bulletin

20180103

Failing Component Name

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

Description

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio uni


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

NHTSA #10130278

Date Of Bulletin

20180103

Failing Component Name

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Description

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio uni


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

NHTSA #10130278

Date Of Bulletin

20180103

Failing Component Name

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Description

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio uni


Technical Service Bulletin #15-214-17

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

NHTSA #10130279

Date Of Bulletin

20180116

Failing Component Name

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #15-214-17

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10130279

Date Of Bulletin

20180116

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #15-215-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

NHTSA #10130280

Date Of Bulletin

20180105

Failing Component Name

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Description

Models with FujitsuTEN (F10) Gen 2.0 / 2.1 Navigation or Display Audio Head Units ONLY. This bulletin provides a repair procedure to address specific, confirmed customer concerns of: ? Audio output interruption every 2-3 seconds when lis


Technical Service Bulletin #15-216-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

NHTSA #10130281

Date Of Bulletin

20180124

Failing Component Name

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Description

50TH ANNIVERSARY EDITIONS ONLY. This Service Information bulletin provides detailed part information along with installation instructions for the optional 2018MY 50th Anniversary badges designed to commemorate 50 Years of Subaru in Am


Technical Service Bulletin #16-111-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)

NHTSA #10130284

Date Of Bulletin

20180130

Failing Component Name

103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)

Description

This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Transmission Control Module (TCM) used with the TR580 CVT. Contamination in a fluid pressure solenoid valve can cause a DTC P0841. The new logic will allow the soleno


Technical Service Bulletin #F10-Gen2-NAV-15-

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

NHTSA #10130285

Date Of Bulletin

20180115

Failing Component Name

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Description

TECHNICAL SUPPORT GUIDE FOR NAVIGATION AND AUDIO F10 GEN2 SYSTEMS.


Technical Service Bulletin #UPDATE - Removal

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

NHTSA #10130287

Date Of Bulletin

20180103

Failing Component Name

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

Description

The corrected update files are now available for download from Subarunet. TSB 15-20516R has been revised with new file names where applicable and re-posted to STIS.


Technical Service Bulletin #UPDATE - Removal

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

NHTSA #10130287

Date Of Bulletin

20180103

Failing Component Name

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Description

The corrected update files are now available for download from Subarunet. TSB 15-20516R has been revised with new file names where applicable and re-posted to STIS.


Technical Service Bulletin #f10-audio-navi-d

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

NHTSA #10138770

Date Of Bulletin

20171222

Failing Component Name

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Description

Subject: Removal of Certain Fujitsu 10 Audio / Navigation Update Files from Subarunet The following update files have been temporarily removed from Subarunet due to potential quality concerns with the 2nd file used in those updates. Retai


Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

NHTSA #10138778

Date Of Bulletin

20171215

Failing Component Name

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Description

NOTE: The Airbag systems used on previous and current WRX, STI and Tribeca models are NOT equipped with EDR functionality. This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated i


Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10138778

Date Of Bulletin

20171215

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

NOTE: The Airbag systems used on previous and current WRX, STI and Tribeca models are NOT equipped with EDR functionality. This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated i


Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10138778

Date Of Bulletin

20171215

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

NOTE: The Airbag systems used on previous and current WRX, STI and Tribeca models are NOT equipped with EDR functionality. This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated i


Technical Service Bulletin #07-108-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 147100 AIR BAGS: OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM OCS

NHTSA #10138780

Date Of Bulletin

20171207

Failing Component Name

147100 AIR BAGS: OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM OCS

Description

This Service Information Bulletin provides a revised troubleshooting procedure and tips to follow when diagnosing a DTC B1650- ?Occupant Classification System Malfunction?. This DTC may also be accompanied by B1760, B1761, B1771 or B1795


Technical Service Bulletin #07-108-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

NHTSA #10138780

Date Of Bulletin

20171207

Failing Component Name

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Description

This Service Information Bulletin provides a revised troubleshooting procedure and tips to follow when diagnosing a DTC B1650- ?Occupant Classification System Malfunction?. This DTC may also be accompanied by B1760, B1761, B1771 or B1795


Technical Service Bulletin #07-108-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS

NHTSA #10145071

Date Of Bulletin

20180822

Failing Component Name

220000 SEATS

Description

This Service Information Bulletin provides a revised troubleshooting procedure and tips to follow when diagnosing a DTC B1650- ?Occupant Classification System Malfunction?. This DTC may also be accompanied by B1760, B1761, B1771 or B1795 as


Technical Service Bulletin #12-204-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 160000 STRUCTURE

NHTSA #10145073

Date Of Bulletin

20180824

Failing Component Name

160000 STRUCTURE

Description

This bulletin provides potential source locations and procedures to help isolate areas of the vehicle which may be generating popping, clicking or creaking sounds when the body is in a ?twisting? condition. This can occur while driving on r


Technical Service Bulletin #12-204-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 020000 SUSPENSION

NHTSA #10145073

Date Of Bulletin

20180824

Failing Component Name

020000 SUSPENSION

Description

This bulletin provides potential source locations and procedures to help isolate areas of the vehicle which may be generating popping, clicking or creaking sounds when the body is in a ?twisting? condition. This can occur while driving on r


Technical Service Bulletin #18-195-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

NHTSA #10145075

Date Of Bulletin

20180828

Failing Component Name

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Description

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 bec


Technical Service Bulletin #15-232-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 130000 VISIBILITY

NHTSA #10145079

Date Of Bulletin

20180829

Failing Component Name

130000 VISIBILITY

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces a change made to the lens portion of the fog light assembly. The new lens has optimized light distribution characteristics while remaining interchangeable with the original type.


Technical Service Bulletin #15-232-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 122000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS

NHTSA #10145079

Date Of Bulletin

20180829

Failing Component Name

122000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces a change made to the lens portion of the fog light assembly. The new lens has optimized light distribution characteristics while remaining interchangeable with the original type.


Technical Service Bulletin #15-199-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

NHTSA #10142835

Date Of Bulletin

20180611

Failing Component Name

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

Description

This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address a group of operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving the Clarion Display Audio unit with 6.2? display.


Technical Service Bulletin #15-227-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

NHTSA #10146469

Date Of Bulletin

20180905

Failing Component Name

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Description

This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns of the Navigation system?s functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as it gathers important details which


Technical Service Bulletin #15-227-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10146469

Date Of Bulletin

20180905

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns of the Navigation system?s functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as it gathers important details which


Technical Service Bulletin #05-63-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 010000 STEERING

NHTSA #10142825

Date Of Bulletin

20180620

Failing Component Name

010000 STEERING

Description

This bulletin announces a design change made to the forward bushing used in the front lower control arm to address customer concerns of a rattle-type sound and / or a possible vibration felt in the steering wheel. The material for the cushi


Technical Service Bulletin #16-116-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10146483

Date Of Bulletin

20180921

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This Service Information bulletin provides details about revised CVT select lever (shifter) components. The shape of the lock plate and output of the shift lock solenoid have been changed.


Technical Service Bulletin #16-116-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

NHTSA #10146483

Date Of Bulletin

20180921

Failing Component Name

170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Description

This Service Information bulletin provides details about revised CVT select lever (shifter) components. The shape of the lock plate and output of the shift lock solenoid have been changed.


Technical Service Bulletin #04-23-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 010000 STEERING

NHTSA #10146487

Date Of Bulletin

20180927

Failing Component Name

010000 STEERING

Description

This Service Information bulletin provides helpful tips to simplify the diagnosis of sound concerns originating in the electronic power steering (EPS) gearbox (steering rack) assembly. If a vehicle presents with a ?rattling?, ?knocking? or


Technical Service Bulletin #04-21-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 010000 STEERING

NHTSA #10143869

Date Of Bulletin

20180724

Failing Component Name

010000 STEERING

Description

This bulletin announces availability of a new Electronic Power Steering (EPS) gear box assembly designed to address a VERY limited number of customer concerns regarding uneven steering effort felt when turning left or right. In areas where


Technical Service Bulletin #07-137-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 010000 STEERING

NHTSA #10143876

Date Of Bulletin

20180724

Failing Component Name

010000 STEERING

Description

Models with Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler System only. This Service Information bulletin announces a revision to the diagnostic procedure used when diagnosing either DTC B2910 or 2911 ?Steering Responsive Headlight Communication? LH or


Technical Service Bulletin #12-234-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

NHTSA #10143878

Date Of Bulletin

20180728

Failing Component Name

131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Description

This bulletin provides a repair procedure for replacing the foam cushion installed between the top front edge of the IP and the windshield glass. Use the supplied Service Procedure to address a customer concern involving the foam cushion be


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10143882

Date Of Bulletin

20180730

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio units with 7? display. The procedure will involve downloading the applicable software update fi


Technical Service Bulletin #12-231-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10140470

Date Of Bulletin

20180213

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

This bulletin announces a design change to the air vent grille located in the lower portion of the trunk (or cargo) area. The shutters of the vent grille are designed to open briefly and relieve cabin pressure when the doors are shut with


Technical Service Bulletin #12-231-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

NHTSA #10140470

Date Of Bulletin

20180213

Failing Component Name

161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

Description

This bulletin announces a design change to the air vent grille located in the lower portion of the trunk (or cargo) area. The shutters of the vent grille are designed to open briefly and relieve cabin pressure when the doors are shut with


Technical Service Bulletin #12-231-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 160000 STRUCTURE

NHTSA #10140470

Date Of Bulletin

20180213

Failing Component Name

160000 STRUCTURE

Description

This bulletin announces a design change to the air vent grille located in the lower portion of the trunk (or cargo) area. The shutters of the vent grille are designed to open briefly and relieve cabin pressure when the doors are shut with


Technical Service Bulletin #16-111-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10140476

Date Of Bulletin

20180205

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

CVT Transmissions only. This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Transmission Control Module (TCM) used with the TR580 CVT. Contamination in a fluid pressure solenoid valve can cause a DTC P0841. The new logi


Technical Service Bulletin #16-111-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN

NHTSA #10140476

Date Of Bulletin

20180205

Failing Component Name

100000 POWER TRAIN

Description

CVT Transmissions only. This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Transmission Control Module (TCM) used with the TR580 CVT. Contamination in a fluid pressure solenoid valve can cause a DTC P0841. The new logi


Technical Service Bulletin #16-111-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10140491

Date Of Bulletin

20180205

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

CVT Transmissions only. This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Transmission Control Module (TCM) used with the TR580 CVT. Contamination in a fluid pressure solenoid valve can cause a DTC P0841. The new logi


Technical Service Bulletin #16-111-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN

NHTSA #10140491

Date Of Bulletin

20180205

Failing Component Name

100000 POWER TRAIN

Description

CVT Transmissions only. This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Transmission Control Module (TCM) used with the TR580 CVT. Contamination in a fluid pressure solenoid valve can cause a DTC P0841. The new logi


Technical Service Bulletin #04-20-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 010000 STEERING

NHTSA #10141489

Date Of Bulletin

20180531

Failing Component Name

010000 STEERING

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces a running change made to the Steering Angle Sensor. The (new) -style originally used on Legacy and Outback has been adapted.


Technical Service Bulletin #07-108-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10141491

Date Of Bulletin

20180522

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This Service Information Bulletin provides a revised troubleshooting procedure and tips to follow when diagnosing a DTC B1650-?Occupant Classification System Malfunction?. This DTC may also be accompanied by B1760, B1761, B1771 or B1795 as


Technical Service Bulletin #07-108-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS

NHTSA #10141491

Date Of Bulletin

20180522

Failing Component Name

220000 SEATS

Description

This Service Information Bulletin provides a revised troubleshooting procedure and tips to follow when diagnosing a DTC B1650-?Occupant Classification System Malfunction?. This DTC may also be accompanied by B1760, B1761, B1771 or B1795 as


Technical Service Bulletin #07-108-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10141491

Date Of Bulletin

20180522

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This Service Information Bulletin provides a revised troubleshooting procedure and tips to follow when diagnosing a DTC B1650-?Occupant Classification System Malfunction?. This DTC may also be accompanied by B1760, B1761, B1771 or B1795 as


Technical Service Bulletin #09-68-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10141492

Date Of Bulletin

20180510

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the exhaust system cover. The purpose of the change is to improve parts integration (or ?commonality?) between models.


Technical Service Bulletin #10-88-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10141493

Date Of Bulletin

20180510

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This bulletin announces a change made to the Automatic Climate Control Head Assembly. The change will address concerns where the temperature selected for cooling ?feels? warmer to the customer than the temperature displayed. The new program


Technical Service Bulletin #15-214-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10141498

Date Of Bulletin

20180501

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #15-223-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353600 EQUIPMENT:AIR CONDITIONER

NHTSA #10141500

Date Of Bulletin

20180522

Failing Component Name

353600 EQUIPMENT:AIR CONDITIONER

Description

This bulletin outlines design changes made to the Condenser Assembly to help increase productivity during assembly. In addition, the new part utilizes materials with increased anti-corrosion performance.


Technical Service Bulletin #02-178-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10155225

Date Of Bulletin

20190222

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change made to the rubber timing hole access plug to improve its retention and prevent water intrusion into the converter case.


Technical Service Bulletin #11-187-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10153624

Date Of Bulletin

20181221

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the ECM and address isolated customer concerns of hesitation on acceleration. The new logic provides enhanced ignition timing control during Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)


Technical Service Bulletin #11-187-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

NHTSA #10153624

Date Of Bulletin

20181221

Failing Component Name

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Description

This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the ECM and address isolated customer concerns of hesitation on acceleration. The new logic provides enhanced ignition timing control during Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)


Technical Service Bulletin #11-187-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)

NHTSA #10153624

Date Of Bulletin

20181221

Failing Component Name

063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)

Description

This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the ECM and address isolated customer concerns of hesitation on acceleration. The new logic provides enhanced ignition timing control during Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

NHTSA #10153627

Date Of Bulletin

20181228

Failing Component Name

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

Description

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio units


Technical Service Bulletin #15-208-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

NHTSA #10150885

Date Of Bulletin

20181002

Failing Component Name

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7? Navigation and 7? Display Audio head units. When the user plays a pre-recorded C


Technical Service Bulletin #15-208-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10150885

Date Of Bulletin

20181002

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7? Navigation and 7? Display Audio head units. When the user plays a pre-recorded C


Technical Service Bulletin #15-208-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10150885

Date Of Bulletin

20181002

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7? Navigation and 7? Display Audio head units. When the user plays a pre-recorded C


Technical Service Bulletin #16-117-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN

NHTSA #10150886

Date Of Bulletin

20181009

Failing Component Name

100000 POWER TRAIN

Description

In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Powertrain Warranty coverage for the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) on the above listed models and model years from the origi


Technical Service Bulletin #15-208-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

NHTSA #10150930

Date Of Bulletin

20181002

Failing Component Name

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7? Navigation and 7? Display Audio head units. When the user plays a pre-recorded C


Technical Service Bulletin #15-208-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

NHTSA #10150930

Date Of Bulletin

20181002

Failing Component Name

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7? Navigation and 7? Display Audio head units. When the user plays a pre-recorded C


Technical Service Bulletin #16-117-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN

NHTSA #10150931

Date Of Bulletin

20181009

Failing Component Name

100000 POWER TRAIN

Description

In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Powertrain Warranty coverage for the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) on the above listed models and model years from the origi


Technical Service Bulletin #15-199-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

NHTSA #10150937

Date Of Bulletin

20181012

Failing Component Name

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

Description

This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address a group of operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving the Clarion Display Audio unit with 6.2? display.


Technical Service Bulletin #15-199-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10150937

Date Of Bulletin

20181012

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address a group of operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving the Clarion Display Audio unit with 6.2? display.


Technical Service Bulletin #15-214-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10150945

Date Of Bulletin

20181019

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. The exchange program policy can also be found in Sections 8.4.9 and 11.2.10 of your Claims Policie


Technical Service Bulletin #15-199-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

NHTSA #10150912

Date Of Bulletin

20181012

Failing Component Name

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

Description

This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address a group of operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving the Clarion Display Audio unit with 6.2? display.


Technical Service Bulletin #03-82-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10150924

Date Of Bulletin

20181026

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases


Technical Service Bulletin #03-82-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN

NHTSA #10150924

Date Of Bulletin

20181026

Failing Component Name

100000 POWER TRAIN

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases


Technical Service Bulletin #16-112-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

NHTSA #10153178

Date Of Bulletin

20181106

Failing Component Name

116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Description

This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition switch when the vehicle is in Park. The cause is contaminati


Technical Service Bulletin #16-112-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10153178

Date Of Bulletin

20181106

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition switch when the vehicle is in Park. The cause is contaminati


Technical Service Bulletin #16-112-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN

NHTSA #10153178

Date Of Bulletin

20181106

Failing Component Name

100000 POWER TRAIN

Description

This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition switch when the vehicle is in Park. The cause is contaminati


Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

NHTSA #10154207

Date Of Bulletin

20190110

Failing Component Name

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Description

This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.


Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10154207

Date Of Bulletin

20190110

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.


Technical Service Bulletin #04-23-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

NHTSA #10154409

Date Of Bulletin

20190111

Failing Component Name

016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin provides helpful tips to simplify the diagnosis of sound concerns originating in the electronic power steering (EPS) gearbox (steering rack) assembly. If a vehicle presents with a ?rattling?, ?knocking? or possibly a ?clanging


Technical Service Bulletin #04-23-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 014200 STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK

NHTSA #10154409

Date Of Bulletin

20190111

Failing Component Name

014200 STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK

Description

This bulletin provides helpful tips to simplify the diagnosis of sound concerns originating in the electronic power steering (EPS) gearbox (steering rack) assembly. If a vehicle presents with a ?rattling?, ?knocking? or possibly a ?clanging


Technical Service Bulletin #04-23-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 010000 STEERING

NHTSA #10154409

Date Of Bulletin

20190111

Failing Component Name

010000 STEERING

Description

This bulletin provides helpful tips to simplify the diagnosis of sound concerns originating in the electronic power steering (EPS) gearbox (steering rack) assembly. If a vehicle presents with a ?rattling?, ?knocking? or possibly a ?clanging


Technical Service Bulletin #15-237-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353600 EQUIPMENT:AIR CONDITIONER

NHTSA #10154422

Date Of Bulletin

20190128

Failing Component Name

353600 EQUIPMENT:AIR CONDITIONER

Description

This bulletin provides a diagnostic procedure for a chattering-type sound originating from the a/c compressor assembly. In the case where a refrigerant leak is identified as coming from the a/c condenser, the level of refrigerant oil may al


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

NHTSA #10144881

Date Of Bulletin

20180815

Failing Component Name

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

Description

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio units


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

NHTSA #10144881

Date Of Bulletin

20180815

Failing Component Name

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Description

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio units


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

NHTSA #10144881

Date Of Bulletin

20180815

Failing Component Name

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Description

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio units


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

NHTSA #10144881

Date Of Bulletin

20180815

Failing Component Name

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Description

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio units


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10144881

Date Of Bulletin

20180815

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio units


Technical Service Bulletin #03-82-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10150949

Date Of Bulletin

20181026

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases


Technical Service Bulletin #03-82-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10150949

Date Of Bulletin

20181026

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases


Technical Service Bulletin #03-82-18

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN

NHTSA #10150949

Date Of Bulletin

20181026

Failing Component Name

100000 POWER TRAIN

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases


Technical Service Bulletin #15-237-19R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353600 EQUIPMENT:AIR CONDITIONER

NHTSA #10155219

Date Of Bulletin

20190219

Failing Component Name

353600 EQUIPMENT:AIR CONDITIONER

Description

This bulletin provides a diagnostic procedure for a chattering-type sound originating from the a/c compressor assembly. In the case where a refrigerant leak is identified as coming from the a/c condenser, the level of refrigerant oil may al


Technical Service Bulletin #16-112-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 116300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER

NHTSA #10155220

Date Of Bulletin

20190220

Failing Component Name

116300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER

Description

This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition switch when the vehicle is in Park. The cause is contaminati


Technical Service Bulletin #16-112-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

NHTSA #10155220

Date Of Bulletin

20190220

Failing Component Name

116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Description

This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition switch when the vehicle is in Park. The cause is contaminati


Technical Service Bulletin #16-112-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10155220

Date Of Bulletin

20190220

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition switch when the vehicle is in Park. The cause is contaminati


Technical Service Bulletin #16-111-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)

NHTSA #10155222

Date Of Bulletin

20190220

Failing Component Name

103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)

Description

This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Transmission Control Module (TCM) used with the TR580 CVT. Contamination in a fluid pressure solenoid valve can cause a DTC P0841. The new logic will allow the solenoid


Technical Service Bulletin #16-111-18R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN

NHTSA #10155222

Date Of Bulletin

20190220

Failing Component Name

100000 POWER TRAIN

Description

This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability to optimize the Transmission Control Module (TCM) used with the TR580 CVT. Contamination in a fluid pressure solenoid valve can cause a DTC P0841. The new logic will allow the solenoid


Technical Service Bulletin #11-191-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

NHTSA #10163563

Date Of Bulletin

20190730

Failing Component Name

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

Description

This bulletin announces availability of a new Engine Control Module (ECM) for the models listed above designed to address DTC P2610: ⿿ECM/PCM ENGINE OFF TIMER PERFORMANCE⿝. Under certain RARE conditions, an electrostatic surge may influ


Technical Service Bulletin #11-191-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10163563

Date Of Bulletin

20190730

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin announces availability of a new Engine Control Module (ECM) for the models listed above designed to address DTC P2610: ⿿ECM/PCM ENGINE OFF TIMER PERFORMANCE⿝. Under certain RARE conditions, an electrostatic surge may influ


Technical Service Bulletin #06-68-19R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

NHTSA #10163525

Date Of Bulletin

20190711

Failing Component Name

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven o


Technical Service Bulletin #05-69-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 160000 STRUCTURE

NHTSA #10163556

Date Of Bulletin

20190723

Failing Component Name

160000 STRUCTURE

Description

This Service Information Bulletin announces a change made to the rear subframe retaining bolts used on the models listed above. The design changes provide the bolt with an increased durability against rust.


Technical Service Bulletin #05-69-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 020000 SUSPENSION

NHTSA #10163556

Date Of Bulletin

20190723

Failing Component Name

020000 SUSPENSION

Description

This Service Information Bulletin announces a change made to the rear subframe retaining bolts used on the models listed above. The design changes provide the bolt with an increased durability against rust.


Technical Service Bulletin #02-182-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10161831

Date Of Bulletin

20190528

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change made to the TGV assemblies used on the Forester Turbo models and WRXs listed above. Condensation resulting from EGR system operation may enter the area between the TGV shaft and be


Technical Service Bulletin #02-182-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 160000 STRUCTURE

NHTSA #10161831

Date Of Bulletin

20190528

Failing Component Name

160000 STRUCTURE

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces a design change made to the TGV assemblies used on the Forester Turbo models and WRXs listed above. Condensation resulting from EGR system operation may enter the area between the TGV shaft and be


Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Tech Tips

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10161824

Date Of Bulletin

20190521

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.


Technical Service Bulletin #07-154-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10161829

Date Of Bulletin

20190528

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This Service Information bulletin provides a revised Step to follow when diagnosing a DTC B2513- LATCH CONDITION FAILURE. The number of wiring checks found in Step 9 has been reduced from six to three as shown in the illustration below. The


Technical Service Bulletin #07-154-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 160000 STRUCTURE

NHTSA #10161829

Date Of Bulletin

20190528

Failing Component Name

160000 STRUCTURE

Description

This Service Information bulletin provides a revised Step to follow when diagnosing a DTC B2513- LATCH CONDITION FAILURE. The number of wiring checks found in Step 9 has been reduced from six to three as shown in the illustration below. The


Technical Service Bulletin #16-120-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10160485

Date Of Bulletin

20190304

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

This bulletin provides a procedure to follow for addressing customer concerns of a shuddering condition or chattering -type sound heard or felt when making sharp turns. If an applicable vehicle presents with the condition as described, it i


Technical Service Bulletin #16-120-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL

NHTSA #10160485

Date Of Bulletin

20190304

Failing Component Name

354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL

Description

This bulletin provides a procedure to follow for addressing customer concerns of a shuddering condition or chattering -type sound heard or felt when making sharp turns. If an applicable vehicle presents with the condition as described, it i


Technical Service Bulletin #16-120-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10160485

Date Of Bulletin

20190304

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This bulletin provides a procedure to follow for addressing customer concerns of a shuddering condition or chattering -type sound heard or felt when making sharp turns. If an applicable vehicle presents with the condition as described, it i


Technical Service Bulletin #15-214-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10164394

Date Of Bulletin

20190823

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

"This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. The exchange program policy can also be found in Sections 8.4.9 and 11.2.10 of your Claims Poli


Technical Service Bulletin #02-163-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

NHTSA #10163017

Date Of Bulletin

20190627

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Description

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 t


Technical Service Bulletin #16-103-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN

NHTSA #10164446

Date Of Bulletin

20190829

Failing Component Name

100000 POWER TRAIN

Description

"This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Investigation has identified likely sources of the seepage to be the sealant used on the CVT⿿


Technical Service Bulletin #15-208-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

NHTSA #10160202

Date Of Bulletin

20190425

Failing Component Name

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7? Navigation and 7? Display Audio head units.


Technical Service Bulletin #15-208-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

NHTSA #10160202

Date Of Bulletin

20190425

Failing Component Name

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7? Navigation and 7? Display Audio head units.


Technical Service Bulletin #15-208-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10160202

Date Of Bulletin

20190425

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7? Navigation and 7? Display Audio head units.


Technical Service Bulletin #14-22-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10161813

Date Of Bulletin

20190506

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

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.


Technical Service Bulletin #11-191-19R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10164182

Date Of Bulletin

20190805

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin announces availability of a new Engine Control Module (ECM) for the models listed above designed to address DTC P2610: ⿿ECM/PCM ENGINE OFF TIMER PERFORMANCE⿝. Under certain RARE conditions, an electrostatic surge may influ


Technical Service Bulletin #11-191-19R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10164182

Date Of Bulletin

20190805

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

This bulletin announces availability of a new Engine Control Module (ECM) for the models listed above designed to address DTC P2610: ⿿ECM/PCM ENGINE OFF TIMER PERFORMANCE⿝. Under certain RARE conditions, an electrostatic surge may influ


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

NHTSA #10164184

Date Of Bulletin

20190808

Failing Component Name

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Description

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ⿿Gen 2⿝ F10 Navigation and Display Audio u


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10164184

Date Of Bulletin

20190808

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ⿿Gen 2⿝ F10 Navigation and Display Audio u


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

NHTSA #10162998

Date Of Bulletin

20190603

Failing Component Name

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Description

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio units


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10162998

Date Of Bulletin

20190603

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving ?Gen 2? F10 Navigation and Display Audio units


Technical Service Bulletin #02-163-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

NHTSA #10160490

Date Of Bulletin

20190308

Failing Component Name

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Description

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 t


Technical Service Bulletin #02-163-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10160490

Date Of Bulletin

20190308

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

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 t


Technical Service Bulletin #15-239-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10160498

Date Of Bulletin

20190313

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

This Service information bulletin announces a design change made to the Cargo Net ? Rear Replacement Hardware Kit (F551SAG301). The new part number is F551SAN010. The change was made to address concerns regarding the ?mushroom? anchors eith


Technical Service Bulletin #15-239-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10160498

Date Of Bulletin

20190313

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This Service information bulletin announces a design change made to the Cargo Net ? Rear Replacement Hardware Kit (F551SAG301). The new part number is F551SAN010. The change was made to address concerns regarding the ?mushroom? anchors eith


Technical Service Bulletin #02-170-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

NHTSA #10160214

Date Of Bulletin

20190423

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Description

This bulletin announces part information for new Active Valve Control System (AVCS) oil control solenoid valves (OCV) which contain a redesigned internal oil seal. The new seal will eliminate potential oil seepage into the wire harness conn


Technical Service Bulletin #02-170-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 113100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID

NHTSA #10160214

Date Of Bulletin

20190423

Failing Component Name

113100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID

Description

This bulletin announces part information for new Active Valve Control System (AVCS) oil control solenoid valves (OCV) which contain a redesigned internal oil seal. The new seal will eliminate potential oil seepage into the wire harness conn


Technical Service Bulletin #02-131-12R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10165512

Date Of Bulletin

20190920

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

The purpose of this Bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming from the timing chain cover, front camshaft cap, camshaft carrier and / or upper oil pan. There are five areas that sho


Technical Service Bulletin #16-103-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN

NHTSA #10165497

Date Of Bulletin

20190926

Failing Component Name

100000 POWER TRAIN

Description

This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Investigation has identified likely sources of the seepage to be the sealant used on the CVT


Technical Service Bulletin #12-272-19R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 130000 VISIBILITY

NHTSA #10165550

Date Of Bulletin

20190930

Failing Component Name

130000 VISIBILITY

Description

This bulletin announces a design change made to the front door glass run channels. Water can enter the run channels and cause a stick-slip (judder) condition to occur as the door glass opens and closes. The judder is transferred through t


Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Retailers

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 147100 AIR BAGS: OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM OCS

NHTSA #10166925

Date Of Bulletin

20191008

Failing Component Name

147100 AIR BAGS: OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM OCS

Description

To support our retailers partners currently stocking certain 2015-2018MY pre-owned Subaru Forester vehicle affected by the WUM-98 ODS recall announced on October 8, 2019, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is pleased to provide financial assista


Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Retailers

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10166925

Date Of Bulletin

20191008

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

To support our retailers partners currently stocking certain 2015-2018MY pre-owned Subaru Forester vehicle affected by the WUM-98 ODS recall announced on October 8, 2019, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is pleased to provide financial assista


Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Retailers

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10166925

Date Of Bulletin

20191008

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

To support our retailers partners currently stocking certain 2015-2018MY pre-owned Subaru Forester vehicle affected by the WUM-98 ODS recall announced on October 8, 2019, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is pleased to provide financial assista


Technical Service Bulletin #15-208-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10169864

Date Of Bulletin

20191209

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

"This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7⿝ Navigation and 7⿝ Display Audio head units. When the user plays a pre-reco


Technical Service Bulletin #15-208-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10169864

Date Of Bulletin

20191209

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

"This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7⿝ Navigation and 7⿝ Display Audio head units. When the user plays a pre-reco


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Announ

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10171946

Date Of Bulletin

20200228

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

Avaiability of 64084SG23A- WUM-98 Sensor Harness kit has stabilized and sufficient quantities are currently available to complete all remaining repairs for this recall.


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Announ

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 141300 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE

NHTSA #10166899

Date Of Bulletin

20191008

Failing Component Name

141300 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 model year Forester vehicles to replace the passenger-side front airbag Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness. A total of 355,151 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recal


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Announ

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10166899

Date Of Bulletin

20191008

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 model year Forester vehicles to replace the passenger-side front airbag Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness. A total of 355,151 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recal


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Announ

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10166899

Date Of Bulletin

20191008

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 model year Forester vehicles to replace the passenger-side front airbag Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness. A total of 355,151 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recal


Technical Service Bulletin #WUM-98R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 147100 AIR BAGS: OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM OCS

NHTSA #10166904

Date Of Bulletin

20191022

Failing Component Name

147100 AIR BAGS: OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM OCS

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 model year Forester vehicles to replace the passenger-side front airbag Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness. A total of 366,282 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recal


Technical Service Bulletin #WUM-98R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10166904

Date Of Bulletin

20191022

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 model year Forester vehicles to replace the passenger-side front airbag Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness. A total of 366,282 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recal


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Announ

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 147100 AIR BAGS: OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM OCS

NHTSA #10166905

Date Of Bulletin

20191008

Failing Component Name

147100 AIR BAGS: OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM OCS

Description

Subaru of America Inc.. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 model year Forester vehicles to replace the passenger-side front airbag Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness. A total of 365,515 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recal


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Announ

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10166905

Date Of Bulletin

20191008

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

Subaru of America Inc.. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 model year Forester vehicles to replace the passenger-side front airbag Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness. A total of 365,515 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recal


Technical Service Bulletin #15-253-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10166913

Date Of Bulletin

20191018

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This Service Information Bulletin provides the answer to potential inquiries regarding the STARLINK app being unable to play music files stored on a customer⿿s Android® phone / device through the head units (H/U) used in the applicable


Technical Service Bulletin #14-24-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10173125

Date Of Bulletin

20200319

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This service information bulletin outlines a procedure for Subaru Special Tool Kit number J-53014.


Technical Service Bulletin #14-24-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 200000 WHEELS

NHTSA #10173125

Date Of Bulletin

20200319

Failing Component Name

200000 WHEELS

Description

This service information bulletin outlines a procedure for Subaru Special Tool Kit number J-53014.


Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10173127

Date Of Bulletin

20200319

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.


Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10173127

Date Of Bulletin

20200319

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

This bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.


Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10173127

Date Of Bulletin

20200319

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.


Technical Service Bulletin #07-173-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

NHTSA #10173135

Date Of Bulletin

20200320

Failing Component Name

170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Description

This Service Information Bulletin provides insight on how to address a customer concern of the rear hatch, Power Rear Gate (PRG) or trunk release operating (or finding the PRG/trunk open unexpectedly after parking) without a specific input


Technical Service Bulletin #07-173-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

NHTSA #10173135

Date Of Bulletin

20200320

Failing Component Name

162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

Description

This Service Information Bulletin provides insight on how to address a customer concern of the rear hatch, Power Rear Gate (PRG) or trunk release operating (or finding the PRG/trunk open unexpectedly after parking) without a specific input


Technical Service Bulletin #07-173-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10173135

Date Of Bulletin

20200320

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This Service Information Bulletin provides insight on how to address a customer concern of the rear hatch, Power Rear Gate (PRG) or trunk release operating (or finding the PRG/trunk open unexpectedly after parking) without a specific input


Technical Service Bulletin #11-197-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10171917

Date Of Bulletin

20200211

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM). These new files address concerns of the check engine light coming on and setting a DTC P0400: EGR ⿿A⿝ FLOW. The DTC can set if the


Technical Service Bulletin #11-197-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10171917

Date Of Bulletin

20200211

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM). These new files address concerns of the check engine light coming on and setting a DTC P0400: EGR ⿿A⿝ FLOW. The DTC can set if the


Technical Service Bulletin #11-199-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10171919

Date Of Bulletin

20200211

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM). The new logic will address isolated concerns of a hard start condition occurring in cold weather (+10 degrees Fahrenheit or lower) and


Technical Service Bulletin #11-199-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10171919

Date Of Bulletin

20200211

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM). The new logic will address isolated concerns of a hard start condition occurring in cold weather (+10 degrees Fahrenheit or lower) and


Technical Service Bulletin #15-214-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

NHTSA #10171923

Date Of Bulletin

20200212

Failing Component Name

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #15-214-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10171923

Date Of Bulletin

20200212

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Announ

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10173193

Date Of Bulletin

20200327

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

Update: Owner notification WUK-96 DIT exhaust pipe front (EPF) nut torque service campaign/voluntary emissions recall.


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Anounc

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10168581

Date Of Bulletin

20191101

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

To assist with customer inquiries regarding the ODS recall, please use the attached list of answers to questions you can expect in the coming days.


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Anounc

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10168581

Date Of Bulletin

20191101

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

To assist with customer inquiries regarding the ODS recall, please use the attached list of answers to questions you can expect in the coming days.


Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Retailers

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10168583

Date Of Bulletin

20191101

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

Updated- Retailer preowned reimbursement program WUM-98 Forester Occupant Detection System (ODS).


Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Retailers

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10168583

Date Of Bulletin

20191101

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

Updated- Retailer preowned reimbursement program WUM-98 Forester Occupant Detection System (ODS).


Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Retailers

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS

NHTSA #10168584

Date Of Bulletin

20191101

Failing Component Name

220000 SEATS

Description

Parts availabilty for Forester Occupant Detection System (WUM-98). Subaru of America, Inc. is pleased to announce immediate availbilty and release of current stock of Forester seat cushions.


Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Retailers

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10168584

Date Of Bulletin

20191101

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

Parts availabilty for Forester Occupant Detection System (WUM-98). Subaru of America, Inc. is pleased to announce immediate availbilty and release of current stock of Forester seat cushions.


Technical Service Bulletin #WUK-96

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10169855

Date Of Bulletin

20191205

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service campaign for certain 2015-2018 Forester 2.0L Turbo and 2016-2018 WRX models which may experience a loosening of the front exhaust pipe nuts. On certain affected vehicles, the six (6)


Technical Service Bulletin #07-171-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10173114

Date Of Bulletin

20200306

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This Service Information Bulletin is in response to several battery sensor replacements resulting from improper removal and/or installation practices.


Technical Service Bulletin #07-75-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10173117

Date Of Bulletin

20200310

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

This Bulletin provides information regarding DTC P0606 related specifically to the determination of this code on Forester Turbo and applicable WRX models.


Technical Service Bulletin #07-75-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10173117

Date Of Bulletin

20200310

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This Bulletin provides information regarding DTC P0606 related specifically to the determination of this code on Forester Turbo and applicable WRX models.


Technical Service Bulletin #07-75-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY

NHTSA #10173117

Date Of Bulletin

20200310

Failing Component Name

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY

Description

This Bulletin provides information regarding DTC P0606 related specifically to the determination of this code on Forester Turbo and applicable WRX models.


Technical Service Bulletin #07-75-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10173117

Date Of Bulletin

20200310

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

This Bulletin provides information regarding DTC P0606 related specifically to the determination of this code on Forester Turbo and applicable WRX models.


Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Retailers

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS

NHTSA #10171074

Date Of Bulletin

20200106

Failing Component Name

220000 SEATS

Description

The available inventory update for the WUM-98 harness


Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Retailers

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10171074

Date Of Bulletin

20200106

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

The available inventory update for the WUM-98 harness


Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Retailers

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10171074

Date Of Bulletin

20200106

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

The available inventory update for the WUM-98 harness


Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10171089

Date Of Bulletin

20200117

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.


Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10171089

Date Of Bulletin

20200117

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.


Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10171089

Date Of Bulletin

20200117

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.


Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10171089

Date Of Bulletin

20200117

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.


Technical Service Bulletin #11-195-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10171099

Date Of Bulletin

20200130

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

This bulletin announces availability of a new vacuum hose assembly for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system incorporating improved sealing to prevent potential oil seepage.


Technical Service Bulletin #03-83-20R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN

NHTSA #10171926

Date Of Bulletin

20200221

Failing Component Name

100000 POWER TRAIN

Description

This bulletin announces availability of new shift forks and the corresponding sleeve and hub assembly to address isolated customer concerns of a rattling / vibration -type sound from the shift knob. The sound is primarily reported while dri


Technical Service Bulletin #15-199-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10171930

Date Of Bulletin

20200219

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin announces reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address a group of operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving the Clarion Display Audio unit with 6.2" display.


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10171934

Date Of Bulletin

20200227

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving an F10 Navigation and Display Audio units with


Technical Service Bulletin #15-205-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10171934

Date Of Bulletin

20200227

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed below involving an F10 Navigation and Display Audio units with


Technical Service Bulletin #WUM-98R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS

NHTSA #10173026

Date Of Bulletin

20200302

Failing Component Name

220000 SEATS

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 model year Forester vehicles to replace the passenger-side front airbag Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness. A total of 366,282 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recal


Technical Service Bulletin #WUM-98R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10173026

Date Of Bulletin

20200302

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 model year Forester vehicles to replace the passenger-side front airbag Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness. A total of 366,282 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recal


Technical Service Bulletin #WUM-98R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10173026

Date Of Bulletin

20200302

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 model year Forester vehicles to replace the passenger-side front airbag Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness. A total of 366,282 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recal


Technical Service Bulletin #18-198-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10173027

Date Of Bulletin

20200303

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

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.


Technical Service Bulletin #18-198-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10173027

Date Of Bulletin

20200303

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

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.


Technical Service Bulletin #18-198-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10173027

Date Of Bulletin

20200303

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

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.


Technical Service Bulletin #07-174-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

NHTSA #10173186

Date Of Bulletin

20200326

Failing Component Name

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Description

This service bulletin provides details of a correction to the diagnostic procedure for DTC B2350- REAR RADAR COMMUNICATION ERROR on the models listed.


Technical Service Bulletin #07-174-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10173186

Date Of Bulletin

20200326

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This service bulletin provides details of a correction to the diagnostic procedure for DTC B2350- REAR RADAR COMMUNICATION ERROR on the models listed.


Technical Service Bulletin #07-174-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10173186

Date Of Bulletin

20200326

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This service bulletin provides details of a correction to the diagnostic procedure for DTC B2350- REAR RADAR COMMUNICATION ERROR on the models listed.


Technical Service Bulletin #WUK-96R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10173189

Date Of Bulletin

20200326

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service campaign for certain 2015-2018 Forester 2.0L Turbo and 2016-2018 WRX models which may experience a loosening of the front exhaust pipe nuts.


Technical Service Bulletin #WUK-96R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10173189

Date Of Bulletin

20200326

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service campaign for certain 2015-2018 Forester 2.0L Turbo and 2016-2018 WRX models which may experience a loosening of the front exhaust pipe nuts.


Technical Service Bulletin #WUK-96R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10173189

Date Of Bulletin

20200326

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service campaign for certain 2015-2018 Forester 2.0L Turbo and 2016-2018 WRX models which may experience a loosening of the front exhaust pipe nuts.


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Announ

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10171871

Date Of Bulletin

20200207

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

Owner notification WUM-98 Forester Passenger-side Front Airbag ODS Recall.


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Announ

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10171872

Date Of Bulletin

20200207

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

Owner notification WUK-96 DIT exhaust pipe front (EPF) nut torque service campaign/voluntary emission recall.


Technical Service Bulletin #10-96-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353600 EQUIPMENT:AIR CONDITIONER

NHTSA #10169881

Date Of Bulletin

20191213

Failing Component Name

353600 EQUIPMENT:AIR CONDITIONER

Description

This bulletin announces availability of a new HVAC blower motor unit assemblies developed to address isolated concerns of the blower motor becoming inoperative. If this issues occurs on models with Auto A/C, the blower fan may become totall


Technical Service Bulletin #10-96-19

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10169881

Date Of Bulletin

20191213

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin announces availability of a new HVAC blower motor unit assemblies developed to address isolated concerns of the blower motor becoming inoperative. If this issues occurs on models with Auto A/C, the blower fan may become totall


Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Retailers

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS

NHTSA #10169883

Date Of Bulletin

20191213

Failing Component Name

220000 SEATS

Description

Harness inventory (Part# 64084SG23A) is now available and must be ordered through PRIME -- Retailer order levels are on Subarunet under Recalls & Campaigns. If available, seat cushions can continue to be ordered and used to satisfy the reca


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Announ

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10168633

Date Of Bulletin

20191121

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

Interim Owner Notification WUM-98 Forester Passenger-side Front Airbag ODS Recall.


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Announ

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS

NHTSA #10168633

Date Of Bulletin

20191121

Failing Component Name

220000 SEATS

Description

Interim Owner Notification WUM-98 Forester Passenger-side Front Airbag ODS Recall.


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Announ

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10168633

Date Of Bulletin

20191121

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

Interim Owner Notification WUM-98 Forester Passenger-side Front Airbag ODS Recall.


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Announ

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10168633

Date Of Bulletin

20191121

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

Interim Owner Notification WUM-98 Forester Passenger-side Front Airbag ODS Recall.


Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Retailers

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS

NHTSA #10169871

Date Of Bulletin

20191210

Failing Component Name

220000 SEATS

Description

WUM-98 Harness (Recall) parts. Harness inventory (Part# 64084SG23A) is now available and must be ordered through PRIME-- Retailer order levels are on Subarnet under Recalls & Campaigns. If available, seat cushions can continue to be ordered


Technical Service Bulletin #WUM-98

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS

NHTSA #10169876

Date Of Bulletin

20191213

Failing Component Name

220000 SEATS

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 model year Forester vehicles to replace the passenger-side front airbag Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness. A total of 366,282 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recal


Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Retailers

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10171082

Date Of Bulletin

20200110

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This announcement is in regards to the class action lawsuit regarding Harman Gen 3.0 Audio and Audio/ Navigation Head Units in certain Subaru vehicles.


Technical Service Bulletin #11-194-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10171086

Date Of Bulletin

20200115

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

This Service Information Bulletin addresses inquiries regarding the labels applied to the tumble generator valve (TGV) motors used on certain replacement intake manifold assemblies.


Technical Service Bulletin #11-194-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10171086

Date Of Bulletin

20200115

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

This Service Information Bulletin addresses inquiries regarding the labels applied to the tumble generator valve (TGV) motors used on certain replacement intake manifold assemblies.


Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Retailers

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS

NHTSA #10169832

Date Of Bulletin

20191204

Failing Component Name

220000 SEATS

Description

Customer concern claim submission for WUM-98 prior to supply of harness (recall) parts.


Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Announ

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

NHTSA #10169833

Date Of Bulletin

20191205

Failing Component Name

063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service campaign/ voluntary emissions recall for certain 2015-2018 Forester 2.0L Turbo and 2016-2018 WRX models which may experience a loosening of the fornt exhaust pip nuts.


Technical Service Bulletin #15-214-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10169845

Date Of Bulletin

20191220

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure. The exchange program policy can also be found in Sections 8.4.9 and 11.2.10 of your Claims Policie


Technical Service Bulletin #07-167-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10171101

Date Of Bulletin

20200131

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin announces availability of a new stop lamp switch for the models listed above equipped with LED - type rear combination lamps.


Technical Service Bulletin #07-167-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

NHTSA #10171101

Date Of Bulletin

20200131

Failing Component Name

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Description

This bulletin announces availability of a new stop lamp switch for the models listed above equipped with LED - type rear combination lamps.


Technical Service Bulletin #07-152-19R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10171105

Date Of Bulletin

20200131

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies.


Technical Service Bulletin #07-152-19R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10171105

Date Of Bulletin

20200131

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies.


Technical Service Bulletin #07-152-19R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 130000 VISIBILITY

NHTSA #10171105

Date Of Bulletin

20200131

Failing Component Name

130000 VISIBILITY

Description

This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies.


Technical Service Bulletin #07-152-19R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10171105

Date Of Bulletin

20200131

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin announces availability of new power window switch assemblies.


Technical Service Bulletin #WUM-98R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10168629

Date Of Bulletin

20191120

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 model year Forester vehicles to replace the passenger-side front airbag Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness. A total of 366,282 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recal


Technical Service Bulletin #WUM-98R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS

NHTSA #10168629

Date Of Bulletin

20191120

Failing Component Name

220000 SEATS

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 model year Forester vehicles to replace the passenger-side front airbag Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness. A total of 366,282 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recal


Technical Service Bulletin #WUM-98R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10168629

Date Of Bulletin

20191120

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 model year Forester vehicles to replace the passenger-side front airbag Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness. A total of 366,282 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recal


Technical Service Bulletin #WUM-98R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10168629

Date Of Bulletin

20191120

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 model year Forester vehicles to replace the passenger-side front airbag Occupant Detection System (ODS) harness. A total of 366,282 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recal


Technical Service Bulletin #01-181-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10174543

Date Of Bulletin

20200430

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)


Technical Service Bulletin #15-195-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10174537

Date Of Bulletin

20200430

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This service information bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement (when applicable) of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM). All models with STARLINK Telematics System.


Technical Service Bulletin #15-195-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10174537

Date Of Bulletin

20200430

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This service information bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement (when applicable) of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM). All models with STARLINK Telematics System.


Technical Service Bulletin #15-263-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10174538

Date Of Bulletin

20200423

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

In the intrest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty for the listed models and model years equipped with a Harman Gen. 3.0 Audio and Navigation head unit.


Technical Service Bulletin #12-288-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL

NHTSA #10175977

Date Of Bulletin

20200505

Failing Component Name

354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL

Description

This bulletin announces a design change made to the Slide Rail components of the left and right front power seat frame / track assemblies used on the models listed.


Technical Service Bulletin #12-288-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS

NHTSA #10175977

Date Of Bulletin

20200505

Failing Component Name

220000 SEATS

Description

This bulletin announces a design change made to the Slide Rail components of the left and right front power seat frame / track assemblies used on the models listed.


Technical Service Bulletin #12-288-20

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10175977

Date Of Bulletin

20200505

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This bulletin announces a design change made to the Slide Rail components of the left and right front power seat frame / track assemblies used on the models listed.


Technical Service Bulletin #12-203-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10175988

Date Of Bulletin

20200508

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.


Technical Service Bulletin #12-203-16R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 150000 SEAT BELTS

NHTSA #10175988

Date Of Bulletin

20200508

Failing Component Name

150000 SEAT BELTS

Description

This bulletin provides a procedure to address customer concerns of a squeaking sound originating from where the front seat belt buckle assembly attaches to the seat frame.


Technical Service Bulletin #15-208-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10175969

Date Of Bulletin

20200504

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

This service information bulletin announces availability of an enhancenment to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed equipped with F10 7" Navigation and 7" display audio head units.


Technical Service Bulletin #15-208-17R

This 2018 SUBARU FORESTER Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10175969

Date Of Bulletin

20200504

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

This service information bulletin announces availability of an enhancenment to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed equipped with F10 7" Navigation and 7" display audio head units.


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