2018 SUBARU FORESTER Recalls (2)

Campaign:
18V455000 on 07/11/2018
Component:
Tires
Manufactured:
07/05/2017 - 01/21/2018
Affected:
3,654
Defect:
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2018 subaru forester vehicles. the certification label may indicate the incorrect wheel size, tire size, and air pressure. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Consequence:
Installing incorrect tires or applying incorrect tire air pressure may increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected label, free of charge. the recall began july 26, 2018. owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. subaru's number for this recall is wts-78.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
18V455000 on 07/11/2018
Component:
Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured:
07/05/2017 - 01/21/2018
Affected:
3,654
Defect:
Subaru of america, inc. (subaru) is recalling certain 2018 subaru forester vehicles. the certification label may indicate the incorrect wheel size, tire size, and air pressure. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Consequence:
Installing incorrect tires or applying incorrect tire air pressure may increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected label, free of charge. the recall began july 26, 2018. owners may contact subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. subaru's number for this recall is wts-78.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2018 SUBARU FORESTER TSBs (43)

Bulletin:
12-227-17
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
13-100-17
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
12-231-18
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
( 2017-2018my impreza - 5 dr only)
Bulletin:
15-205-16R
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
15-214-17
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
Bulletin:
15-215-18
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
15-216-18
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
16-111-18
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
F10-Gen2-NAV-15-
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Technical support guide for navigation and audio f10 gen2 systems.
Bulletin:
UPDATE - Removal
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
02-170-17
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
10-83-15R
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
07-108-16R
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
11-174-17R
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
07-75-13R
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
12-234-18
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
15-214-17R
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
18-192-18
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
f10-audio-navi-d
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
17-17-13R
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
07-108-16R
Component:
147100 air bags: occupant classification system ocs
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
12-231-18R
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
16-111-18R
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
16-111-18R
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
04-20-18
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
07-108-16R
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
09-68-18
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
10-88-18
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
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 progr
Bulletin:
15-214-17R
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
Bulletin:
15-223-18
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
05-63-18
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
15-199-16R
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
04-21-18
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
07-137-18
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
12-234-18
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
15-205-16R
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
07-108-16R
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
12-204-16R
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
18-195-18
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
15-232-18
Component:
122000 exterior lighting:fog lights
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
15-227-18R
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
16-116-18
Component:
170000 latches/locks/linkages
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
04-23-18
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
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

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