2002 SUBARU OUTBACK Recalls (5)

Campaign:: 02V079000 on 03/25/2002
Component:: Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Manufactured:: 02/07/2002 - 02/28/2002
Affected:: 1,252
Defect:: On certain passenger vehicles, the brake master cylinders may not function properly in ambient temperatures below freezing 32 degrees fahrenheit and lower).
Consequence:: At these temperatures, the brakes may not release after being applied, even when the driver's foot is no longer on the brake pedal. this can occur withour prior warning, possibly resulting in a crash.
Correction:: Dealers will replace the master cylinders. owner notification began march 21, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.
Notes:: Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:: 02V282000 on 10/29/2002
Component:: Power train:automatic transmission
Manufactured:: 05/31/2001 - 09/29/2002
Affected:: 172,564
Defect:: Certain sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions were produced with an improperly manufactured transmission parking rod. when the transmission selector lever is placed in the "p" (park) position, the transmission park mechanism, that is intended to hold your vehicle, may not engage.
Consequence:: The vehicle could then move/roll without prior warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:: Dealers will replace the automatic transmission parking rod assembly. owner notification january 8, 2003. an interim owner notification will be sent during november 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.
Notes:: Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:: 03V153000 on 04/23/2003
Component:: Suspension:rear
Manufactured:: 04/30/1999 - 04/29/2002
Affected:: 170,000
Defect:: This recall applies to certain passenger vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. certain rear suspension subframe components were produced with poor paint quality which, after continued exposure to corrosive road salts for a period of several years, could result in rust-out of the component and possible breakage of the subframe.
Consequence:: If such breakage occurs while the vehicle is being operated, control of the vehicle could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:: Dealers will clean and rust-proof the rear suspension subframe. owner notification began july 14, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.
Notes:: Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:: 04V128000 on 03/21/2004
Component:: Vehicle speed control:cables
Manufactured:: 03/14/2000 - 02/18/2004
Affected:: 127,580
Defect:: On certain passenger sedans, wagons, and sport utility vehicles, the cruise control cable could come out of its track on the cruise control lever and lodge on the control lever tab when the accelerator pedal is released. if this condition occurs, the throttle will not return to the idle position and will remain in an open position.
Consequence:: If this occurs during vehicle operation, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
Correction:: Dealers will install a cruise control cable retaining clip to the cruise control lever tab on the throttle shaft in order to prevent the cruise control cable from coming out of its track. owner notification began on april 12, 2004. owners should contact subaru at 1-800-782-2783.
Notes:: Subaru recall no. wwq-01.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:: 13E065000 on 12/04/2013
Component:: Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Affected:: 397
Defect:: Airtex products lp (airtex) is recalling certain model e8598m, e8518m, e8600m, e8596m, and e8597m fuel pumps manufactured july 26, 2013, and july 29, 2013 and used as aftermarket replacements on subaru baja's, outback's and legacy's. the affected fuel pumps were sold or installed into the aftermarket applications on or after july 26, 2013, and may may leak fuel from the base of a fuel line connection when the gas tank is full.
Consequence:: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Correction:: Airtex will notify owners, and will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. recall is expected to begin on january 2, 2014. customers may contact airtex at 1-800-880-3056. the recall is expected to begin during january 2014. this recall is being conducted by airtex, not by subaru.
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.

2002 SUBARU OUTBACK TSBs (29)

Bulletin:: 186901
Component:: 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:: Subject regarding service manual corrections. *jb
Bulletin:: 010701
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Subject regarding keyless entry. *jb
Bulletin:: 090101
Component:: 353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:: Information regarding change to 2002my legacy/outback a/c operation. *et
Bulletin:: 1510401
Component:: 162000 structure:body
Summary:: Information regarding roof rack/crossbar wind noise. *yh
Bulletin:: 1510501
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Subject regarding auto dimming electrochromic compass mirror trouble shooting guide. *slc
Bulletin:: 94
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Improperly manufactured 4eat transmission parking pawl rod. *tt
Bulletin:: 127903
Component:: 162300 structure:body:door
Summary:: Lower front door weather strip detached or hanging loose. *tt
Bulletin:: 063103
Component:: 036100 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module
Summary:: Replacement of the electronic control unit (ecu) for anti-lock brake system (abs) repair. *tt update. *tt
Bulletin:: 090102
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Parts supersession for first driven gear. subaru newsletter. *tt
Bulletin:: 99
Component:: 062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:: Engine cooling system conditioner.*mr
Bulletin:: 041104
Component:: 015200 steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Summary:: Power steering hose - new style. *tt
Bulletin:: 01
Component:: 185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:: Cruise control cable retaining clip. *tt
Bulletin:: 031004
Component:: 183000 vehicle speed control:cables
Summary:: Immediate stop sale order for possible cruise control cable mislocation that could prevent the throttle from closing. *tt
Bulletin:: 029605
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: 2.5l remanufactured sohc short block release. *tt
Bulletin:: 129406
Component:: 135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:: Loose door mirror screws. *kb
Bulletin:: 118006
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Throttle position sensor. vehicles equiped with h-6 3.0l engines. *kb
Bulletin:: 07
Component:: 121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:: Headlight bulb socket repairs. *kb
Bulletin:: SB-05-50-10R
Component:: 190000 tires
Summary:: Subaru: there is a steering wheel vibration at highway speeds due to an imporper wheel balance. *rm
Bulletin:: 03-70-12R
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: This bulletin provides production change, repair procedure and parts information to address a customer concern of a high-pitched sound coming from the transmission extension housing area. in cold temperatures, thermal contraction causes shr
Bulletin:: 03-70-12R
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Repair procedure for high-pitched sound from extension housing area using latest generation production parts - this bulletin provides production change, repair procedure and parts information to address a customer concern of a high-pitched
Bulletin:: 04-13-09R
Component:: 351300 equipment:recreational vehicle:lpg tank valve/gauge
Summary:: If you encounter a vehicle that has a groaning type noise coming from the power steering pump when the wheel is turned to the full right or left position when the vehicle is parked, it may be caused by the relief valve vibrating within the
Bulletin:: 04-13-09R
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: If you encounter a vehicle that has a groaning type noise coming from the power steering pump when the wheel is turned to the full right or left position when the vehicle is parked, it may be caused by the relief valve vibrating within the
Bulletin:: 03-68-12R
Component:: 105400 power train:driveline:center support bearing
Summary:: This bulletin reviews a change to the part numbers used for the transfer driven gear bearings. these revised bearings are to be used to enhance durability.
Bulletin:: 03-70-12
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Repair procedure for high-pitched sound from extension housing area using latest generation production parts
Bulletin:: 01-168-09R
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the subaru lock information web-site.
Bulletin:: 01-168-09R
Component:: 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the subaru lock information web-site.
Bulletin:: 01-168-09R
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Revised tsb. the subaru lock information site (slis) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for subaru vehicles from the 2000my to present. this bulletin iden
Bulletin:: 04-13-09R
Component:: 015100 steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
Summary:: If you encounter a vehicle that has a groaning type noise coming from the power steering pump when the wheel is turned to the full right or left position when the vehicle is parked, it may be caused by the relief valve vibrating within the
Bulletin:: 03-70-12R
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: This bulletin provides production change, repair procedure and parts information to address a customer concern of a high-pitched sound coming from the transmission extension housing area. in cold temperatures, thermal contraction causes shr

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