2017 Subaru Forester Technical Service Bulletins

449 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2017 Subaru Forester. 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.

• 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.
• 10198772Jun 17, 2021Electrical system. Gen1 Telematics Reprogramming for 3G Sunset.
• 10198758Jun 17, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
• 10198749Jun 7, 2021Equipment, Engine cooling. This bulletin is to advise of SOA’s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
• 10198744Jun 7, 2021Electrical system, Latches, locks and linkages. This bulletin outlines changes in the service procedure for replacement of the Power Rear Gate control module.
• 10198742Jun 2, 2021Electrical system. This bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7” Navigation and 7” Display Audio head units.
• 10198741Jun 1, 2021Engine cooling. This bulletin outlines changes in the service procedure for engine oil pressure inspection.
• 10194859May 21, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. 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.
• 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.
• 10194826May 5, 2021Equipment. Description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.
• 10191668Apr 30, 2021Electrical system. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program to check and, if necessary, replace the air conditioning condenser assembly in certain 2017 and 2018 model year Forester vehicles.
• 10191590Apr 21, 2021Equipment. WRB-21 Forester condenser parts scrapping
• 10191573Apr 13, 2021Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. 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.
• 10189693Mar 31, 2021Suspension. 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.
• 10189606Mar 25, 2021Electrical system. Gen1 Telematics Reprogramming for 3G Sunset.
• 10189673Mar 18, 2021Electrical system. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program to check and, if necessary, replace the air conditioning condenser assembly in certain 2017 and 2018 model year Forester vehicles.
• 10189664Mar 10, 2021Electrical system. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program to check and, if necessary, replace the air conditioning condenser assembly in certain 2017 and 2018 model year Forester vehicles.
• 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.
• 10188184Feb 17, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program to check and, if necessary, replace the air conditioning condenser assembly in certain 2017 and 2018 model year Forester vehicles.
• 10188181Feb 17, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service program to check and, if necessary, replace the air conditioning condenser assembly in certain 2017 and 2018 model year Forester vehicles.
• 10188164Feb 4, 2021Electrical system, Engine cooling. This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM).
• 10187325Feb 1, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a Service Campaign for certain 2017 model year Forester normally aspirated vehicles with CVT transmissions. Subaru has determined vehicles affected by this Service Program require additional CVT fluid.
• 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.
• 10187313Feb 1, 2021Body and structure. This bulletin provides a procedure for replacement of the black foam rubber insulating cushions for the roof spoiler.
• 10187310Feb 1, 2021Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides a service procedure to address customer concerns of a rattling-type sound coming from the defroster vent grille area of the instrument panel (IP) near the base of the windshield.
• 10187307Feb 1, 2021Brakes. This Service Information bulletin announces availability of a new front brake pad shim kit to specifically address customer concerns of a squeaking or squealing sound on the models listed above.
• 10186347Jan 22, 2021Engine cooling. The purpose of this bulletin is to provide procedures for the diagnosis and repair of oil seepage which may be coming from the timing chain cover, front camshaft cap, camshaft carrier, and/or upper oil pan.
• 10186388Jan 19, 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.
• 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.
• 10185092Dec 21, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed involving “Gen 2” F10 Navigation and Display Audio units with 7” display.
• 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, 2020Seats, Seat 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.
• 10185064Dec 2, 2020Brakes, Wheels. 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.
• 10183714Nov 9, 2020Transmission and drivetrain. This Service Information Bulletin provides corrected diagnostics containing a revised flow for certain CVT solenoid related DTCs.
• 10183713Nov 9, 2020Electrical system. This Service Information bulletin announces availability of an enhancement to the Gracenote database included in the vehicles listed above equipped with F10 7 Navigation and 7 Display Audio head units. When the user plays a pre-recorded CD, Gracenote recognizes the disc then shows the artist and track name information along with the album cover art on the head unit display (when available).
• 10182247Oct 29, 2020Equipment. 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.
• 10182220Oct 13, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin announces new reprogramming file availability and the software installation procedure to address additional operational concerns received from the field and listed involving “Gen 2” F10 Navigation and Display Audio units with 7” display.
• 10182211Oct 9, 2020Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages, Electrical system, Equipment. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty for the rear gate stays on the listed models and model years.
• 10182205Oct 9, 2020Body and structure, Equipment, Latches, locks and linkages. We recently informed retailers and customers of an extension to the New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 2014-2018 Forester Rear Gate Stays.
• 10180733Sep 18, 2020Equipment. This bulletin provides a description of current changes to Service Manuals.
• 10180684Sep 4, 2020Equipment. In the interest of providing continued customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the Basic New Car Limited Warranty coverage for the Condenser component of the Air Conditioning system on all 2017 and a limited number of 2018MY Forester model vehicles.
• 10179427Aug 31, 2020Body and structure. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty for the rear gate stays on the listed models and model years. This will apply to Forester models with or without the power rear gate (PRG).
• 10179426Aug 31, 2020Electrical system. This service information bulletin announces discontinuation of both the "Stitcher" app and the related News Radio feature from the STARLINK app lineup effective 12 midnight on Thursday, September 24, 2020.
• 10179422Aug 31, 2020Engine cooling. This bulletin announces availability of new master cylinder application shaft seals.

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