2019 Subaru Outback Technical Service Bulletins

430 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2019 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.

• 11012269Dec 31, 2024Fuel system. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the Warranty coverage time period for the fuel pump impeller to 15 years.
• 11012260Dec 13, 2024Electrical system, Exterior lighting. This bulletin is for information purposes only.The bulletin adresses design changes of the headlamps and rear combination lamps, where moisture and or condensation may develop on the inside of the lamp lenses.
• 11010934Nov 23, 2024Engine, Electrical system. This bulletin announces an application change to the Remote Engine Starter (RES) control unit on 2019 Outback & Legacy models
• 11010925Nov 14, 2024Electrical system. This annocement is to inform dealers to the Gen 3.1 Head Unit OTA will be available via Wi-Fi. The update will take place in multiple batches with the first beginneing November 15th and the last being Decemeber 3rd. This update is for approximatelt 714,000 VINs.
• 11010919Nov 8, 2024Electrical 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 utilized in the models as listed.
• 11009701Oct 31, 2024Other or unknown. This bulletin details an important regulation issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) which impacts the way some vehicles with accessories are sold. This regulation applies to any automobile retailer installing accessories on a vehicle prior to its first sale.
• 11009685Oct 1, 2024Other or unknown. This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
• 11008283Sep 27, 2024Electrical system. This Service Information 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.
• 11008282Sep 27, 2024Engine, Electrical system. This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
• 11008281Sep 26, 2024Engine. This Service Information Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing engine oil leakage on FA and FB type engines.
• 11008280Sep 26, 2024Electrical system. This Service Information bulletin is being released as guidance for proper testing and charging of vehicle batteries.
• 11008279Sep 26, 2024Electrical system. This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
• 11008276Sep 26, 2024Electrical system. The CP1.5 RCs OTA is available for all mid and high grade CP1.5 head units.
• 11008275Sep 24, 2024Electrical system, Fuel system. "In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is extending the Warranty coverage time period for the fuel pump impeller to 15 years."
• 11008273Sep 23, 2024Fuel system, Electrical system. Denso low pressure fuel pump warranty extension.
• 11008267Sep 17, 2024Engine. This bulletin announces availability of the NEW genuine Subaru engine oil filter.
• 11008259Sep 4, 2024Suspension. This bulletin outlines the judgment criteria to be used when inspecting front transverse link bushings to reduce unnecessary bushing replacement.
• 11006932Aug 15, 2024Electrical system. This Service Information Bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when the Data Communication Module (DCM) is being tested as a dark current/standby current source.
• 11006935Aug 5, 2024Electrical system. This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure for 2025MY vehicles.
• 11006934Aug 5, 2024Engine, Electrical system. The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
• 11006931Aug 5, 2024Electrical system. This Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.
• 11006930Aug 1, 2024Electrical system. This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
• 11005624Jul 24, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. This annoucement provides parts personnel information about remanufactured transmissions that will no longer be available.
• 11005615Jul 18, 2024Electrical system. This announcement provides information for retailers to install the latest infotainment system software for Denso CP 1.5.
• 11005614Jul 17, 2024Electrical system. This bulletin announces important diagnostic information to utilize when testing the Data Communication Module (DCM) as a dark current/standby current source. All models equipped with Telematics except Solterra.
• 11005609Jul 15, 2024Electrical system, Air bags. This announcement provides information on Takata Recall Escalated Towing Program.
• 11005608Jul 11, 2024Engine. This thermo control valve video contains information on the replacement of thermo control valve.
• 11005605Jul 9, 2024Electrical system. This bulletin 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 utilized in the models as listed.
• 11005599Jul 9, 2024Other or unknown. This Bulletin provides SOA paint codes to help eliminate possible confusion for 2025 MY vehicles.
• 11005595Jul 8, 2024Other or unknown. This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
• 11005593Jul 8, 2024Suspension. This Bulletin provides guidance for diagnosing a leaking front or rear suspension strut.
• 11002730Jun 28, 2024Electrical system. This information announces reprograming file availability for Gen 4.5 Denso CP1.5 Audio and Navigation systems. Inprovement for CarPlay concerns with hands-free calls when the receiving party is not able to hear the caller.
• 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.
• 10253955Apr 23, 2024Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin announces the availability of the DCM Bypass Box designed to be used as an alternative replacement part for Data Communication Module (DCM) in vehicles with no active STARLINK subscription. There will be a warranty extension for the DCM up to 8 years (96 months) or 150,000 miles.
• 10253981Apr 22, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. T16 VoLTE Warranty Extension (15-318-24R) Frequently Asked Questions.
• 10252542Mar 27, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
• 10252541Mar 26, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin addresses the reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
• 10252492Mar 19, 2024Equipment. 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.
• 10252491Mar 19, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin addresses an error code 202 and or 204 when attempting to complete the STARLINK telematics subsription process.
• 10252465Mar 19, 2024Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin announces the availability of the DCM Bypass Box designed to be used as an alternative replacement part for Data Communication Module (DCM) in vehicles with no active STARLINK subscription.
• 10252463Mar 19, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin announces the availability of the DCM Bypass Box designed to be used as an alternative replacement part for Data Communication Module (DCM) in vehicles with no active STARLINK subscription.
• 10251102Feb 23, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin announces the availability of a Data Communication Module (DCM) bypass box. This has been designed as an alternative replacement part for vehicles without active STARLINK subscriptions. The bypass box will support audio functions for the infotainment system.
• 10249605Jan 9, 2024Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U) utilized in the models as listed.
• 10248193Dec 8, 2023Electrical 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 utilized in the models as listed.
• 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.
• 10246083Nov 7, 2023Engine cooling, Equipment. This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM).
• 10244903Oct 26, 2023Other or unknown, Equipment, Electrical system. This Bulletin provides helpful procedures and best practices to utilize when customers present with concerns relating to the operation of their Gen 2/Gen 3 Telematics system equipped Subaru.
• 10244906Oct 9, 2023Engine cooling, Equipment. This Service Information Bulletin announces diagnostic service procedures to be followed when DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1) is detected by the Engine Control Module (ECM). If DTC P0420 is found to be stored in the ECM, follow the diagnostic procedures outlined below.
• 10244889Oct 2, 2023Equipment, 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 utilized in the models as listed
• 10244884Oct 2, 2023Equipment, Electrical system. This Bulletin is to inform you of the availability of the new auxiliary USB terminal and adapter cord designed to address cases of intermittent communication loss when using Apple CarPlay and/or Android Auto application connected via the auxiliary USB terminal port (2-port type) to Gen 3.1 Harman Head Unit.

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