2021 Subaru Outback Technical Service Bulletins

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

• 10186397Jan 14, 2021Electrical system. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. is initiating a service campaign for certain 2020-2021 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to update the Cockpit Control Module (CCM) software to the latest version.
• 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, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. 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.
• 10186368Jan 12, 2021Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin announces changes to the configuration of the windshield washer hose and nozzle assemblies.
• 10186306Jan 5, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. Campaigns WRH-20 and WRI-20 related to a Denso Gen 4 CP1 software update. Critical points to avoiding unnecessary hardware replacement.
• 10186348Jan 4, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.
• 10185094Dec 31, 2020Electrical system. This Service Information Bulletin provides a remedy procedure to use when a communication error message appears during Subaru Select Monitor (SSM) diagnosis of the DMS.
• 10185074Dec 31, 2020Electrical system. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a Service Program for certain 2020-2021 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to update the Cockpit Control Module (CCM) software to the latest version.
• 10185089Dec 29, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. 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.
• 10185075Dec 18, 2020Electrical system. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2020 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles in which a firmware-over-the-air (FOTA) update to the Cockpit Control Module (CCM) software may have timed out during the update.
• 10185073Dec 18, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. The following information announces reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 4 Denso CP1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed.
• 10185085Dec 15, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. The number of files required to complete the update for 20MY and 21MY is not the same. This detail is outlined in the WRI-20 Service Program bulletin as it applies to both 2020 and 2021 MY Legacy and Outback.
• 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.
• 10185071Dec 11, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service campaign for certain 2020-2021 model year Legacy and Outback vehicles to update the Cockpit Control Module (CCM) software to the latest version.
• 10183704Nov 20, 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.
• 10183700Nov 10, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This Service Information Bulletin provides a testing procedure for the microphone used in Denso CP1 infotainment systems.
• 10183714Nov 9, 2020Transmission and drivetrain. This Service Information Bulletin provides corrected diagnostics containing a revised flow for certain CVT solenoid related DTCs.
• 10182242Oct 26, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This Service Information Bulletin provides corrected and updated procedures to follow when replacing the combination meter assembly.
• 10182215Oct 13, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
• 10180736Sep 22, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. Update your STARLINK Multimedia Software for vehicles with 11.6-inch display.
• 10180687Sep 9, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
• 10179430Aug 10, 2020Body and structure. 2021 MY Paint Coding Information.
• 10179378Aug 4, 2020Equipment. Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
• 10232535Jul 17, 2014Electrical system. Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info
• 10234841May 20, 2014Air bags, Other or unknown, Equipment. Event Data Recorder (EDR) Function of Airbag Module
• 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.
• 10232550Aug 5, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). EyeSight Acceptable Windshield Repair Areas
• 10232549Aug 5, 2013Equipment. ETC (Electronic Toll Collection) Device Mounting Guidelines
• 10234856May 20, 2013Other or unknown. Accessory Trailer Hitch L101SAJ001
• 10233119Apr 25, 2013Engine cooling. Oil Filler Cap Gasket Coming Unseated
• 10233435Mar 18, 2013Air bags. Event Data Recorder (EDR) Function of Airbag Module
• 10233445Mar 14, 2013Equipment. If you have copies of 12-135-12R please discard and refer to 07-72-13 for the latest repair procedure.
• 10232869Feb 19, 2013Other or unknown, Equipment. Puddle Light Recall
• 10234259Dec 11, 2012Equipment. 6MT Transfer Driven Gear Bearing

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