2016 Subaru Crosstrek Technical Service Bulletins

353 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11000817May 13, 2024Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. 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.
• 10253987Apr 22, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. T16 Warranty Extension (15-317-24R) Frequently Asked Questions.
• 10253971Apr 12, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the Data Communication Module (DCM) Warranty from 3 years (36 months) of 36,000 miles to 8 years (96 months) or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first.
• 10252554Mar 29, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin announces repair procedures to be used when diagnosing dark current draw (parasitic draw) on vehicles equipped with Gen 1 Data Control Modules.
• 10252551Mar 29, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin provides a repair procedure when diagnosing dark current draw on vehicles with GEN 1 Data Control Modules.
• 10252448Mar 12, 2024Equipment, Electrical system. Subaru has extended the Data Communication Module (DCM) warranty from 3 years 36,000mi to 8 years or 100,000mi. In rare cases, customers may experience a dead battery as a result of the DCM continually trying to access the 3G network.
• 10251116Feb 28, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. This letter provides information regarding the warranty extension for the Telematics Data Communications Module (DCM).
• 10251114Feb 28, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. This announcement provides information in regard to the extension of the basic new car limited warranty for the Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM). This coverage will apply to the vehicles listed for vehicles sold or leased in the United States.
• 10251111Feb 27, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is extending the Data Communication Module (DCM) warranty from three years (36 months or 36K miles) to eight years (96 months or 100K miles), whichever comes first. This extension is in light of the rare cases of dead batteries experienced by customers.Â
• 10251108Feb 27, 2024Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin provides procedures required for reprogramming the Data Communication Module (DCM) in Gen 1 Subaru vehicles due to sunsetting of the 3G network.
• 10243372Sep 11, 2023Forward collision avoidance, Electrical system, Equipment. This Bulletin announces additional information regarding error codes 1403- 1407 encountered when attempting an adjustment/calibration of the EyeSight® system after body repair procedures have been performed.
• 10241822Aug 14, 2023Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. 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.
• 10241801Aug 1, 2023Electrical system, Equipment, Latches, locks and linkages. The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
• 10240113Jul 13, 2023Equipment, Electrical system. This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
• 10240110Jul 11, 2023Equipment. This bulletin announces the recommended cleaning procedures to followed when encountering vehicles with long time exposure to pollen on painted surfaces on vehicles imported from Japan. This bulletin does not apply to SIA built vehicles.
• 10238460Jun 28, 2023Electrical system. This bulletin announces repair procedures to be used when diagnosing dark current draw (parasitic draw) on vehicles equipped with Gen 1 Data Control Modules.
• 10233907Mar 23, 2023Equipment, Electrical system. This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
• 10232240Feb 28, 2023Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. This Service Information Bulletin provides an updated diagnostic flow along with an IMPORTANT caution to follow for certain CVT solenoid related DTCs as listed.
• 10225740Oct 3, 2022Suspension. This bulletin announces a design change made to the front stabilizer bushings.
• 10219492Aug 23, 2022Equipment. This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
• 10219491Aug 23, 2022Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
• 10219476Aug 12, 2022Equipment. Special Edition, 2012 current model subaru evaporative diagnostics and smoke testing.
• 10219469Aug 2, 2022Transmission and drivetrain. The bulletin announces the design change made the propeller shaft to address the small number of customer concerns regarding a growling-type sound being heard from under the vehicle when driving.
• 10216981Jul 11, 2022Equipment, Electrical system, Other or unknown. This Bulletin announces the preferred practices to be used when handling vehicles equipped with Gen2 Telematics which are enrolled in the Subaru STARLINK® Security Plus Service featuring Stolen Vehicle Recovery Plus with Immobilizer.
• 10216969Jul 5, 2022Suspension, Equipment. This bulletin announces a design change made to the front stabilizer bushings.
• 10213197May 23, 2022Seats. This bulletin announces a design change made to the Slide Rail components of the left and right front power seat frame / track assembliesd.
• 10213173May 19, 2022Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever 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.
• 10213193May 18, 2022Seat belts. 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.
• 10213177May 12, 2022Electrical system. This bulletin announces the Service Manual correction for the diagnostic trouble tree for DTC C2521 and/or DTC 21.
• 10209915Mar 18, 2022Electrical system. This bulletin has been developed to outline the steps for gathering basic essential information during diagnosis and repair of the Infotainment concerns. (Applicable to all models with Harman or Denso CP1 Infotainment).
• 10208663Feb 23, 2022Suspension. This bulletin announces the design change of the rear stabilizer bar.
• 10208659Feb 18, 2022Electrical system. Going forward when a customer’s vehicle is equipped with a DCM that does not have Software version ID DCM_06.00.17_20190816 installed and they wish to subscribe to Starlink Telematics Service, the DCM must be replaced.
• 10207172Jan 2, 2022Equipment, Engine cooling. This Bulletin announces design changes to the engine oil and CVT fluid drain plugs.
• 10205927Dec 21, 2021Suspension. This bulletin announces a design change made to the front stabilizer bushings.
• 10203904Nov 15, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. 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.
• 10202815Oct 27, 2021Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly.
• 10202832Oct 19, 2021Brakes, Transmission and drivetrain. 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.
• 10202828Oct 15, 2021Engine cooling, Equipment. This bulletin provides a new flow chart and additional diagnostic tools to assist technicians with troubleshooting DTC P0841- SECONDARY OIL PRESSURE SENSOR PERFORMANCE.
• 10202821Oct 14, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Brakes, Equipment. (Subaru Retailers) As part of Subaru’s dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is announcing an extension to the Basic New Car Limited Warranty for the CVT Parking Switch for certain 2015-2018 MY Legacy, Outback, 2012-2018 MY Impreza, 2013-2018 MY Crosstrek, 2015-2018 MY WRX and 2014-2018MY Forester vehicles.
• 10202817Oct 14, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment, Brakes. (Owner Letter) As part of Subaru of America’s dedication to customer satisfaction, this letter is to inform you of an extension to the Basic New Car Limited Warranty for your vehicle’s CVT Parking Brake Switch.
• 10202810Oct 7, 2021Engine cooling, Equipment. This bulletin announces an additional service procedure for timing chain and / or cam sprocket replacement on FA and FB type engines.
• 10201813Sep 29, 2021Wheels. This bulletin announces a change made to the wheel lug nuts.
• 10201035Aug 11, 2021Equipment. This bulletin provides a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
• 10201027Aug 4, 2021Seat belts, Seats. 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.
• 10199933Jul 30, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed equipped with F10 7” Navigation and 7” Display Audio head units.
• 10199960Jul 27, 2021Steering. As part of Subaru’s dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is announcingan extension to the Basic New Car Limited Warranty for the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) GearBox Assembly for certain 2012-2018 MY vehicles.
• 10199957Jul 26, 2021Steering, Equipment. As part of Subaru of America’s dedication to customer satisfaction, this letter is to inform you of an extension to the Basic New Car Limited Warranty for your vehicle’s Electronic Power Steering Gear Box Assembly.
• 10199956Jul 26, 2021Steering, Equipment. As part of Subaru’s dedication to customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is announcing an extension to the Basic New Car Limited Warranty for the Electronic Power Steering Gear Box Assembly for certain 2012-2018 MY vehicles.
• 10198770Jun 25, 2021Electrical system. This bulletin provides information to help diagnose and address different conditions relating to customer concerns which may arise when operating the new-generation “Gen 2” and “Gen 2.1” F10 Navigation and Display Audio systems.
• 10198765Jun 23, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin provides corrected diagnostics containing a revised flow for certain CVT solenoid related DTCs.

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