2021 Subaru Crosstrek Technical Service Bulletins

334 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2021 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.

• 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.
• 10191664Apr 27, 2021Wheels, Electrical system. This bulletin announces a design change made to the TPMS valve assemblies.
• 10191591Apr 21, 2021Electrical system. This bulletin provides additional procedures and a detailed flow chart to use when diagnosing customer concerns regarding operation of the STARLINK RES feature.
• 10191568Apr 16, 2021Equipment. This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
• 10191586Apr 9, 2021Equipment. This bulletin announces availability of new audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.
• 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, 2021Equipment, Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). 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.
• 10188190Feb 19, 2021Equipment, Body and structure. This bulletin announces availability of new center console armrest covers to address the a wrinkling condition.
• 10188185Feb 17, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin announces a change made to the MFD software to keep the affected units listed below compliant with Apple® CarPlay® certification.
• 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.
• 10188172Feb 11, 2021Body and structure, Equipment. This bulletin provides important guidelines for collision repair facilities to follow when repairing and refinishing Crosstrek Hybrid vehicles.
• 10188170Feb 10, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units.
• 10188168Feb 5, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin announces availability of new Harman audio unit amplifier units with revised internal logic designed to optimize efficiency.
• 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.
• 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.
• 10186426Jan 14, 2021Electrical system. This bulletin provides insight in response to both customer and retailer feedback resulting from the use of OBD-II port connected devices.
• 10186391Jan 14, 2021Electrical system. This bulletin provides information related to error code 202 and/or 204 generated during the Gen 2 Telematics subscription process. This bulletin is applicable to all 2019-2021MY vehicles equipped with a Gen. 2 Telematics System.
• 10186389Jan 14, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM). This update is applicable to all models equipped with a STARLINK Telematics System.
• 10186380Jan 14, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin provides an overview and basic instructions for use of the “Destination to Vehicle” feature of the Gen 2 Telematics system.
• 10186379Jan 14, 2021Electrical system. This bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
• 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.
• 10186377Jan 14, 2021Electrical system. This bulletin has been developed for use as a quick reference tool to aid in diagnosing operational concerns of the Gen 2 Telematics system's remote access features.
• 10186355Jan 7, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. Reprogramming File Availability for Optimization of Harman Gen 3.1 and Gen 3.1α Audio and Navigation Head Units.
• 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.
• 10185088Dec 21, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units.
• 10185076Dec 14, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin provides information related to error code(s) 202 and/or 204 generated during the Gen 2 telematics subscription process.
• 10232535Jul 17, 2014Electrical system. Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info
• 10232894Mar 7, 2014Engine cooling. Effective with all 2015 model year cars and forward, the oil change interval is changing to 6,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first.
• 10233119Apr 25, 2013Engine cooling. Oil Filler Cap Gasket Coming Unseated
• 10232869Feb 19, 2013Equipment, Other or unknown. Puddle Light Recall

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