2018 Subaru Crosstrek Technical Service Bulletins

523 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2018 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.

• 10198758Jun 17, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
• 10198752Jun 8, 2021Electrical system. The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
• 10198751Jun 8, 2021Electrical system. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program to update the Harman Kardon head unit on certain vehicles with the latest version of software.
• 10198749Jun 7, 2021Engine cooling, Equipment. This bulletin is to advise of SOA’s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
• 10198743Jun 3, 2021Electrical system. Map Data Update Procedure for Harman Gen 3.0 Navigation Equipped Head Units (H/U)
• 10198741Jun 1, 2021Engine cooling. This bulletin outlines changes in the service procedure for engine oil pressure inspection.
• 10194830May 21, 2021Engine cooling. This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components.
• 10194852May 19, 2021Engine cooling. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 model year Impreza and 2018-2019 model year Crosstrek vehicles to check and, if necessary, update the ECM programming, and to replace all four ignition coils in each vehicle.
• 10194835May 13, 2021Electrical system. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 model year Impreza and 2018-2019 model year Crosstrek vehicles to check and/or update the ECM programming, and to replace all four ignition coils in each vehicle.
• 10194833May 13, 2021Suspension. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 model year Forester and 2018-2019 model year Crosstrek vehicles to inspect and, if necessary, correct the condition of the rear stabilizer bracket bolts.
• 10194838May 12, 2021Equipment. Description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
• 10191661Apr 30, 2021Electrical system, Engine cooling. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 model year Impreza and 2018-2019 model year Crosstrek vehicles to check and, if necessary, update the ECM programming, and to replace all four ignition coils in each vehicle.
• 10191567Apr 29, 2021Suspension. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 model year Forester and 2018-2019 model year Crosstrek vehicles to inspect and, if necessary, correct the condition of the rear stabilizer bracket bolts.
• 10191664Apr 27, 2021Electrical system, Wheels. This bulletin announces a design change made to the TPMS valve assemblies.
• 10191595Apr 23, 2021Engine cooling. "This recall (WUQ-02) has been expired and superseded to the WRE-21 recall."
• 10191594Apr 23, 2021Engine cooling. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 model year Impreza and 2018-2019 model year Crosstrek vehicles to check and/or update the ECM programming, and to replace all four ignition coils in each vehicle.
• 10191565Apr 15, 2021Body and structure. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 model year Forester and 2018-2019 model year Crosstrek vehicles to inspect and, if necessary, correct the condition of the rear stabilizer bracket bolts.
• 10191564Apr 15, 2021Engine cooling, Electrical system. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2017-2019 model year Impreza and 2018-2019 model year Crosstrek vehicles to check and/or update the ECM programming, and to replace all four ignition coils in each vehicle.
• 10191573Apr 13, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Vehicles equipped with manual transmission and push-button start will follow DCM replacement procedure as outlined in TSB 15-279-21: Gen1 Telematics DCM Replacement for 3G Sunset which is applicable to manual transmission vehicles with push-button start ONLY.
• 10191586Apr 9, 2021Equipment. This bulletin announces availability of new audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.
• 10189606Mar 25, 2021Electrical system. Gen1 Telematics Reprogramming for 3G Sunset.
• 10189672Mar 16, 2021Suspension. This bulletin provides a service procedure to address a squeaking-type sound from the rear suspension area customers may hear when going over bumps.
• 10188199Feb 25, 2021Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment, Body and structure. This bulletin announces a design change made to the windshield side cowl panels to address isolated concerns of a buzzing / rattle-type sound heard while driving.
• 10188160Feb 23, 2021Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. This Service Information Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions.
• 10188193Feb 22, 2021Equipment, Wheels. This bulletin announces availability of new front wheel hub assemblies incorporating bearing surfaces having increased resistance to imperfections resulting from shock loads.
• 10188190Feb 19, 2021Equipment, Body and structure. This bulletin announces availability of new center console armrest covers to address the a wrinkling condition.
• 10188179Feb 15, 2021Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. This bulletin announces a design change made to the power window main switches.
• 10188173Feb 12, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin provides helpful information about operating conditions observed in the field for Technicians to use when diagnosing customer concerns which may arise while operating Harman Gen 3 Navigation and Display Audio systems.
• 10188168Feb 5, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.
• 10188216Feb 3, 2021Electrical system, Engine cooling. This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM).
• 10187315Feb 1, 2021Equipment. 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.
• 10186436Jan 28, 2021Electrical system. This bulletin announces a design change made to the power window main switches.
• 10186434Jan 28, 2021Equipment. 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.
• 10186416Jan 18, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow and a brief questionnaire to complete when diagnosing an alleged chain slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions.
• 10186385Jan 18, 2021Equipment, Seats. This bulletin announces a design change made to the outer hinge cover on the driver’s 10-way adjustable power seats.
• 10186378Jan 14, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin provides information related to the telematics system's Automatic Collision Notification (ACN) and Advanced Automatic Collision Notification (AACN) feature operation, diagnostic tips, and best practices.
• 10186364Jan 12, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling, Equipment. This bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing.
• 10186363Jan 12, 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.
• 10186348Jan 4, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.
• 10185089Dec 29, 2020Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. This Service Information Bulletin provides updated diagnostic procedures to follow when diagnosing an alleged Chain Slip condition on the TR580 and TR690 model CVT transmissions.
• 10185086Dec 18, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation head units.
• 10185090Dec 15, 2020Wheels. This Service Information Bulletin announces a change made to the wheel lug nuts.
• 10185083Dec 15, 2020Seat belts, Equipment. 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.
• 10185082Dec 15, 2020Equipment, Seats, Seat 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.
• 10185066Dec 7, 2020Equipment, Seats. This bulletin provides a repair procedure to address a squeaking sound coming from the backrest hinge area of the front seats. The procedure applies to both manually and power operated seat assemblies.
• 10185064Dec 2, 2020Wheels, Brakes. This bulletin announces a design change made to the rear wheel / brake backing plates.
• 10185062Dec 1, 2020Transmission 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.
• 10183707Nov 23, 2020Equipment. Map update for Harman Gen 3.0 Navigation Equipped Head Units.
• 10183706Nov 23, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the Harman Gen 3 Audio and Navigation head units.
• 10183714Nov 9, 2020Transmission and drivetrain. This Service Information Bulletin provides corrected diagnostics containing a revised flow for certain CVT solenoid related DTCs.

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