2015 Subaru Outback Technical Service Bulletins

550 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2015 Subaru Outback. 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.

• 11002725Jun 25, 2024Brakes. This bulletin provides diagnosis and procedure information to be applied when diagnosing potential fluid leaks on front and rear brake calipers. This information has been developed to reduce unnecessary brake caliper replacement.
• 11000817May 13, 2024Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. 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.
• 10246143Nov 27, 2023Electrical system, Equipment. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and model years beyond the original three (3) years or thirty six thousand miles (36,000), whichever comes first.
• 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, 2023Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. 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, 2023Equipment, Electrical system, 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.
• 10240125Jul 31, 2023Electrical system. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and model years beyond the original three (3) years or thirty six thousand miles (36,000), whichever comes first.
• 10240113Jul 13, 2023Equipment, Electrical system. This Bulletin provides reference tables and photos to use for determining the infotainment head unit supplier and generation.
• 10240111Jul 13, 2023Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin announces the availability of a new Genuine Subaru Replacement Battery introduced to replace the current battery (SOA821B400). The new battery (SOA821B950) has a higher capacity and is slightly different in size.
• 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.
• 10240107Jul 11, 2023Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin announces the availability of a new Genuine Subaru Replacement Battery introduced to replace the current battery (SOA821B400) once current inventory is depleted.
• 10240103Jul 10, 2023Engine cooling, Electrical system. This bulletin the announces diagnostic procedures and availability of new Engine Control Module (ECM) reprogramming files to address DTC P2404 (Evap System Leak Detection Pump Sensor Circuit Range/Performance) detection.
• 10238471Jun 29, 2023Brakes, Electrical system. "In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage for the electronic connector lock tab for the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) assembly used in the listed models."
• 10237254May 8, 2023Equipment, Air bags. This bulletin announces availability of the one-time use mounting clip and spacer clip for the air bag curtain module.
• 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.
• 10232213Feb 3, 2023Equipment, Electrical system. Subaru Battery Drain Product Liability Litigation.
• 10231286Jan 5, 2023Electrical system. Subaru Battery Drain Product Liability Litigation.
• 10226839Nov 18, 2022Electrical system, Equipment. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is extending the New Car Basic Warranty coverage for the 12 Volt batteries used in the above listed models and model years beyond the original three (3) years or thirty six thousand miles (36,000), whichever comes first.
• 10226837Nov 4, 2022Brakes, Electrical system. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the New Car Limited Warranty coverage for the electronic connector lock tab for the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) assembly used in the above listed models and model years from (3) years or thirty-six thousand (36,000) miles (whichever comes first) to (15) years / unlimited mileage.
• 10226836Nov 4, 2022Electrical system, Brakes. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is announcing an extension to the Basic New Car Limited Warranty for the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) connector lock tab for certain 2015-2018MY Legacy, Outback & WRX models equipped with automatic transmissions.
• 10225753Oct 31, 2022Electrical system. Subaru Battery Drain Product Liability Litigation.
• 10225740Oct 3, 2022Suspension. This bulletin announces a design change made to the front stabilizer bushings.
• 10222378Sep 30, 2022Electrical system, Equipment. Battery Class Action Settlement Updates.
• 10222364Sep 26, 2022Electrical system. Battery Class Action Settlement Resources. (2)
• 10222340Sep 6, 2022Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin announces a warranty extension information regarding 12 Volt vehicle batteries.
• 10222341Sep 1, 2022Equipment, Electrical system. Battery Drain Class Action Settlement- Warranty Extension Training.
• 10219500Aug 30, 2022Electrical system. Announcement to Subaru Retailers regarding the preliminary settlement in a class action lawsuit regarding battery drain in certain Subaru vehicles.
• 10219486Aug 26, 2022Electrical system. This bulletin announces a warranty extension information regarding 12 Volt vehicle batteries.
• 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.
• 10216969Jul 5, 2022Suspension, Equipment. This bulletin announces a design change made to the front stabilizer bushings.
• 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.
• 10210836Apr 26, 2022Electrical system, Engine cooling. This bulletin announces availability of new reprograming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM).
• 10210820Apr 6, 2022Equipment. 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.
• 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).
• 10209924Mar 7, 2022Engine cooling. This bulletin announces design change to the water pump assembly.
• 10209922Mar 4, 2022Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin outlines the operating characteristics of the Remote Climate Control operation on hybrid vehicles.
• 10207172Jan 2, 2022Equipment, Engine cooling. This Bulletin announces design changes to the engine oil and CVT fluid drain plugs.
• 10205910Dec 2, 2021Engine cooling. This bulletin announces design change to the water pump assembly.
• 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.
• 10202842Oct 27, 2021Seats. This bulletin provides a service procedure to address customer concerns of a “squeaking” -type sound from the front seat(s).
• 10202815Oct 27, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. 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, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Brakes. 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, 2021Equipment, Engine cooling. 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, Equipment, Brakes. (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, 2021Brakes, Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. (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.
• 10201032Aug 9, 2021Equipment. This bulletin provides a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site.

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