2012 SUBARU B9 TRIBECA

7 recalls, 8 complaints - 105 TSBs

19V008000 Jan 9, 2019
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Tribeca, WRX, Outback, and Legacy vehicles, 2010-2011 Impreza vehicles and 2010-2013 Forester vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Ma... Read more
Consequence
An explosion of an inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the front seat passenger, driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Subaru is notifying owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began January 25, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is TKB-19.
330,120 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.
19V007000 Jan 9, 2019
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Forester, 2010-2014 Tribeca, WRX, Outback, Legacy, and 2010-2011 Impreza vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, Amer... Read more
Consequence
An explosion of an inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the front seat passenger, driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began January 25, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is TKA-19.
43,394 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.
19V009000 Jan 9, 2019
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Tribeca, WRX, Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2010-2011 Impreza vehicles and 2010-2013 Forester vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mont... Read more
Consequence
An explosion of an inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the front seat passenger, driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Subaru is notifying owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is TKC-19.
452,630 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.
18V012000 Jan 9, 2018
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Legacy, Forester, Tribeca, WRX and Outback vehicles, and 2009-2011 Impreza vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, Am... Read more
Consequence
An explosion of an inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the front seat passenger, driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is TKA-18.
64,179 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.
17V014000 Jan 10, 2017
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Subaru Baja, 2006-2011 Impreza (including WRX and STI models), 2006-2012 Tribeca, 2009-2012 Forester, Legacy, Outback, and 2012 WRX vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Ha... Read more
Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2017. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is TKA-17.
53,480 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.
16V060000 Feb 3, 2016
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Defect Description
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Tribeca vehicles manufactured November 16, 2004, to January 27, 2014. Due to a possible malfunction of the hood safety system and hood lock system, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving.
Consequence
If the hood unexpectedly opens while driving, it may interfere with the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will complete this recall in two phases. Phase one will involve inspection, cleaning, and lubricating the hood safety and hood lock systems. If after this is performed the hood latch does not operate properly, it will be replaced with a new current style part.... Read more
77,017 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.
12V602000 Dec 26, 2012
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
Subaru is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 Legacy and Outback vehicles, certain model year 2006 through 2012 Tribeca vehicles sold before January 2012, and certain model year 2009 through 2012 Forester vehicles sold before January 2012. Up to 78,650 of these vehicles may have been equippe... Read more
Consequence
Over time, migration of the moisture into the circuit board and/or into the connector cavity, may result in a short circuit of the puddle light system. This may generate heat which may melt the plastic resulting in smoke or fire.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional fused-harness, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2013. Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783 for more information.
633,842 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Complaint Statistics

8 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
EXTERIOR LIGHTING2
POWER TRAIN2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
STEERING1
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR1
ENGINE1
POWER TRAIN Feb 1, 2020
Incident date: Jan 13, 2020
VEHICLE HAD BEEN ON THE HIGHWAY FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES WHEN THE TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE LIGHT AND OTHER WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. PULLED OFF THE HIGHWAY AND CHECKED TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL AND TEMP, ALL WERE NORMAL. PULLED AWAY AND THE ENGINE REVED UP THEN BANGED INTO GEAR. DROVE NORMALLY FOR SEVERAL ... Read more
POWER TRAIN Oct 25, 2017
Incident date: Sep 30, 2017
2012 SUBARU TRIBECA- TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE KNOWN ISSUE ON SUBARU CARS FROM THAT YEAR, RECALL/EXTENDED REPAIR DOESN'T COVER MODEL. CAR STALLS WHEN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTS. STARTED AS STRONG HESITATION AND PROGRESSED RAPIDLY TO UNPREDICTABLE/SUDDEN STALLING. HAPPENED AT BOTH HIGH SPEE... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR Mar 20, 2017
Incident date: Feb 15, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU TRIBECA. WHILE PARKED, THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE DOORS FAILED TO OPEN FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS ALSO AN OIL LEAK UNDER THE VEHICLE AND THE HEADLIGHTS AND BRAKE LIGHT BULBS WERE REPLACED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WA... Read more
ENGINE Mar 20, 2017
Incident date: Feb 15, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU TRIBECA. WHILE PARKED, THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE DOORS FAILED TO OPEN FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS ALSO AN OIL LEAK UNDER THE VEHICLE AND THE HEADLIGHTS AND BRAKE LIGHT BULBS WERE REPLACED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WA... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Mar 20, 2017
Incident date: Feb 15, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU TRIBECA. WHILE PARKED, THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE DOORS FAILED TO OPEN FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS ALSO AN OIL LEAK UNDER THE VEHICLE AND THE HEADLIGHTS AND BRAKE LIGHT BULBS WERE REPLACED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 24, 2016
Incident date: Feb 11, 2016
SUBARU TRIBECA 2012 IS ONLY 3 YEARS AND 7 MONTH OLD. WAS PURCHASED NEW FOR $41,000 FOR BEST SAFETY FEATURES, AND FUEL ECONOMY. MY CAR NEVER WAS IN ACCIDENT, NOT DRIVEN TO THE MOUNTAINS OR HARSH WEATHER CONDITION. ONLY 43000 MILES. HAS MANY ISSUES WITH ELECTRICAL, OIL LEAK, STEERING WHEEL. AFTER D... Read more
STEERING Feb 24, 2016
Incident date: Feb 11, 2016
SUBARU TRIBECA 2012 IS ONLY 3 YEARS AND 7 MONTH OLD. WAS PURCHASED NEW FOR $41,000 FOR BEST SAFETY FEATURES, AND FUEL ECONOMY. MY CAR NEVER WAS IN ACCIDENT, NOT DRIVEN TO THE MOUNTAINS OR HARSH WEATHER CONDITION. ONLY 43000 MILES. HAS MANY ISSUES WITH ELECTRICAL, OIL LEAK, STEERING WHEEL. AFTER D... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Feb 24, 2016
Incident date: Feb 11, 2016
SUBARU TRIBECA 2012 IS ONLY 3 YEARS AND 7 MONTH OLD. WAS PURCHASED NEW FOR $41,000 FOR BEST SAFETY FEATURES, AND FUEL ECONOMY. MY CAR NEVER WAS IN ACCIDENT, NOT DRIVEN TO THE MOUNTAINS OR HARSH WEATHER CONDITION. ONLY 43000 MILES. HAS MANY ISSUES WITH ELECTRICAL, OIL LEAK, STEERING WHEEL. AFTER D... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 SUBARU B9 TRIBECA

105 manufacturer communications from 57 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT27
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM13
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL11
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING8
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING7
060000 ENGINE (PWS)6
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION5
140000 AIR BAGS4
TKA-17R, TKB-17R Dec 28, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain Subaru vehicles listed, equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger side frontal airbag containing the propellant Pha
01-168-09R Aug 1, 2023
110000 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.
01-168-09R Aug 1, 2023
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/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.
01-168-09R Aug 1, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
01-167-08R Aug 23, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
15-302-22 Aug 23, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
15-302-22 Aug 23, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
Subaru Tech Tips Aug 12, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special Edition, 2012 current model subaru evaporative diagnostics and smoke testing.
15-192-22R Mar 18, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL 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).
09-83-21R Mar 7, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin announces design change to the water pump assembly.
15-293-22 Mar 4, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin outlines the operating characteristics of the Remote Climate Control operation on hybrid vehicles.
15-293-22 Mar 4, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin outlines the operating characteristics of the Remote Climate Control operation on hybrid vehicles.
09-83-21 Dec 2, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin announces design change to the water pump assembly.
18-212-21 Jul 29, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
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.
01-167-08R Jun 17, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
01-167-08R Jun 17, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models
09-51-08R Jun 7, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin is to advise of SOAa??s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
09-51-08R Jun 7, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin is to advise of SOAa??s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.
05-84-21 Feb 26, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin announces availability of new front wheel hub assemblies incorporating bearing surfaces having increased resistance to imperfections resulting from shock loads.
14-22-16R Feb 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
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.
01-168-09R Jan 4, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.
01-168-09R Jan 4, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information.
14-22-16R Aug 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.
01-181-20 Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
01-168-09R Jan 10, 2020
110000 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.
01-168-09R Jan 10, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
Subaru Tech Tips May 21, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.
14-22-16R May 6, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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.
TKA19-TKB19-TKC1 Apr 10, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain Subaru vehicles listed above, equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger side frontal airbag containing the propella
TKA19-TKB19-TKC1 Mar 19, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain Subaru vehicles listed above, equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger side frontal airbag containing the propella
TKA19-TKB19-TKC1 Mar 19, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain Subaru vehicles listed above, equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger side frontal airbag containing the propella
06-68-19 Jan 25, 2019
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven o
06-68-19 Jan 25, 2019
034510 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven o
TKA-19 Jan 14, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain Subaru vehicles listed above, equipped with a non-desiccated Takata-sourced passenger side frontal airbag containing the propella
07-133-18 Nov 14, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Service Information Bulletin announces design changes to the engine?s knock sensor which will help improve vehicle assembly line efficiency and increase durability. In some cases, the Check Engine light may illuminate and a knock senso
02-164-16 Dec 27, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the internal contact portion of the oil pressure switch to increase durability
15-193-16R Nov 29, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
All 2012 to 2015 Models Equipped with Fujitsu Ten (F10) Generation 1 (Gen1) Audio / Navigation Systems. This bulletin announces a new procedure for updating the operating software used in F10 Gen1 audio / navigation systems. This new proced
15-193-16R Nov 29, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
All 2012 to 2015 Models Equipped with Fujitsu Ten (F10) Generation 1 (Gen1) Audio / Navigation Systems. This bulletin announces a new procedure for updating the operating software used in F10 Gen1 audio / navigation systems. This new proced
01-168-09R Nov 16, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
01-168-09R Sep 30, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.
01-168-09R Apr 12, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Subaru vehicles from the 2000MY to present. This bulletin iden
01-168-09R Apr 12, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Subaru vehicles from the 2000MY to present. This bulletin iden
01-168-09R Apr 12, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Revised TSB. The Subaru Lock Information Site (SLIS) is located at http://lockinfo.subaru.com, and provides information on how to obtain immobilizer codes and key cut codes for Subaru vehicles from the 2000MY to present. This bulletin iden
WQX?-59SA Feb 2, 2016
162800 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SUBARU) IS RECALLING ALL 2006?]2014 MODEL YEAR SUBARU TRIBECA VEHICLES DUE TO A POSSIBLE MALFUNCTION OF THE HOOD SAFETY SYSTEM AND HOOD LOCK SYSTEM.
WQX?-59SA Feb 2, 2016
176100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. (SUBARU) IS RECALLING ALL 2006?]2014 MODEL YEAR SUBARU TRIBECA VEHICLES DUE TO A POSSIBLE MALFUNCTION OF THE HOOD SAFETY SYSTEM AND HOOD LOCK SYSTEM.
02-162-15 Sep 10, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
"THIS SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN ANNOUNCES A DESIGN CHANGE TO THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH ASSEMBLY. NICKEL PLATING HAS BEEN APPLIED TO THE INTERNAL SWITCH CONTACTS TO ENHANCE THEIR DURABILITY AND REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF POOR CONTACT WHICH C
18-182-15 Aug 21, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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. THE TABLES CONTAINED WITHIN THIS BULLETIN ARE TO BE USED AS GUIDES FOR BEC
18-182-15 Aug 21, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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. THE TABLES CONTAINED WITHIN THIS BULLETIN ARE TO BE USED AS GUIDES FOR BEC
18-181-15 Jun 3, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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. The tables contained within this bulletin are to be used as guides for bec
18-181-15 (2) Jun 3, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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. The tables contained within this bulletin are to be used as guides for bec
06-47-14 Oct 23, 2014
010000 STEERING
REVISION TO TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION FOR VDC DTC C0071
06-47-14 Oct 23, 2014
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
REVISION TO TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION FOR VDC DTC C0071
064714 Oct 23, 2014
010000 STEERING
Revision to Troubleshooting Information for VDC DTC C0071
064714 Oct 23, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Revision to Troubleshooting Information for VDC DTC C0071
0116809R Jul 17, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Replacement Key and Immobilizer Info
16-91-14 Jan 29, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THIS SERVICE INFORMATION DESCRIBES 2 CORRECTIONS TO THE SERVICE MANUAL DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES FOR THE DTCS LISTED ABOVE. THE INFORMATION IS ONLY APPLICABLE TO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5AT TRANSMISSIONS AND RELATES TO DIAGNOSTICS FOR THE LOCK-U
16-91-14 Jan 29, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
THIS SERVICE INFORMATION DESCRIBES 2 CORRECTIONS TO THE SERVICE MANUAL DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES FOR THE DTCS LISTED ABOVE. THE INFORMATION IS ONLY APPLICABLE TO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5AT TRANSMISSIONS AND RELATES TO DIAGNOSTICS FOR THE LOCK-U
169114 Jan 29, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Correction to Diagnostics for 5AT-Related DTCs
SB-07-59-07R Nov 21, 2013
121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
SUBARU: THE FORMATION OF MOISTURE AND/OR CONDENSATION, INSIDE OF REAR COMBINATION AND HEADLAMPS, IS TEMPORARY, AND WILL EVAPORATE WHEN TEMPERATURE RISES INSIDE LAMPS. MODEL ALL. NO YEARS LISTED. *PE
SB-07-59-07R Nov 21, 2013
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
SUBARU: THE FORMATION OF MOISTURE AND/OR CONDENSATION, INSIDE OF REAR COMBINATION AND HEADLAMPS, IS TEMPORARY, AND WILL EVAPORATE WHEN TEMPERATURE RISES INSIDE LAMPS. MODEL ALL. NO YEARS LISTED. *PE
WQH-44M Aug 21, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
"WE HAVE RECEIVED SEVERAL CALLS FROM DEALERS WHO HAVE CUSTOMERS ELIGIBLE FOR THE WQH44 SUBARU CARPETED FLOOR MAT RECALL BUT DO NOT HAVE THE ORIGINAL MATS THAT WERE IN THE VEHICLE AT THE TIME OF SALE. IN MOST CASES, THE CUSTOMERS HAVE STA
15-152-12R Aug 9, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
15-152-12R Aug 9, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS ILLUSTRATIONS OF EXCHANGE COMPONENTS AND THEIR MANUFACTURER AS WELL AS A DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPER EXCHANGE PROCEDURE. THE EXCHANGE PROGRAM POLICY CAN ALSO BE FOUND IN SECTIONS 8.4.9 AND 11.2.10 OF YOUR SERVICE POLICI
1515212R Aug 9, 2013
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Exchange Component Identification and prcedures
1515212R Aug 9, 2013
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Exchange Component Identification and prcedures
15-152-12R Jun 12, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
15-157-12R Jun 12, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS ILLUSTRATIONS OF EXCHANGE COMPONENTS AND THEIR MANUFACTURER AS WELL AS A DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPER EXCHANGE PROCEDURE. THE EXCHANGE PROGRAM POLICY CAN ALSO BE FOUND IN SECTIONS 8.4.9 AND 11.2.10 OF YOUR SERVICE POLICI
1515212R Jun 12, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Exchange Component Identification and procedures
18-172-13 Jun 4, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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. THE TABLES CONTAINED WITHIN THIS BULLETIN ARE TO BE USED AS GUIDES FOR BEC
1817213 Jun 4, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Manual Corrections
1817113 Apr 30, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Manual Corrections
0214013 Apr 25, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oil Filler Cap Gasket Coming Unseated
0116809R Apr 25, 2013
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Replacement Key and Immobilizer info
WQE41 Apr 9, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
WQE-41 Campaign ? Component Part Update
WQE?-41M2 Mar 15, 2013
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
"THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO PROVIDE FURTHER CLARIFICATION OF THE PROPER CLAIMS PROCEDURES TO FOLLOW WHEN A VEHICLE COMES IN TO YOUR SERVICE DEPARTMENT FOR THE WQE?]41 PUDDLE LIGHT CAMPAIGN. FIRST AND FOREMOST, VERIFY THE VEHIC
WQE41M Mar 6, 2013
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
"IN ORDER TO REMOVE THE DISPLAY OF AN OPEN RECALL ON THE WQE99 PROGRAM (OPTIONAL PUDDLE LIGHTS) THAT WAS USED FOR VEHICLES THAT MAY OR MAY NOT HAVE PUDDLE LIGHTS, THE WQE99 PROGRAM HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED. THE ACTUAL RECALL FOR THE PUDDLE LIG
WQE?-41A Feb 25, 2013
114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
WE WOULD LIKE TO REMIND DEALERS THAT FOR THIS CAMPAIGN THE REPAIR PART NUMBER IS H001SSC300, WHICH IS A FUSED MINI HARNESS. THERE ARE TWO REQUIRED PER VEHICLE. THERE ARE OTHER COMPONENTS LISTED IN THE CAMPAIGN BULLETIN FOR CONVENIENCE BUT,
WQE-41 Feb 19, 2013
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
"SUBARU HAS DETERMINED THAT AFFECTED VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL GENUINE SUBARU PUDDLE LIGHTS MAY DEVELOP A SHORT CIRCUIT AND CAUSE THE RELATED COMPONENTS TO OVERHEAT AND POTENTIALLY MELT. A SHORT CIRCUIT CAN DEVELOP WHEN EITHER THE PUD
WQE41A Feb 19, 2013
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
THE OPTIONAL GENUINE SUBARU PUDDLE LIGHT RECALL HAS NOW BEEN RELEASED. OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTERS WERE MAILED TODAY. EFFECTIVE TODAY, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2013, ALL CLAIMS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED USING THE RECALL BULLETIN CLAIM CODING INFORMAT
WQE41-1 Feb 19, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Puddle Light Recall
WQE41-1 Feb 19, 2013
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Puddle Light Recall
16-80-11R Feb 1, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
IF YOU ENCOUNTER A VEHICLE THAT HAS THE OIL TEMPERATURE WARNING LAMP FLASHING WITH P0751, P0756, P0761, P0766, P0771, P1840, P1841, P1842, P1843 OR P1844 STORED IN MEMORY AND POSSIBLY AN INTERMITTENT STALLING CONDITION, IT MAY BE THE RESULT
WQE41a Feb 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Optional Genuine Subaru Puddle Lights
WQE41a Feb 1, 2013
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Optional Genuine Subaru Puddle Lights
WQE41a Feb 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Optional Genuine Subaru Puddle Lights
168011R Feb 1, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Inspection Procedure for AT Oil Temperature Warning Lamp Flashing
168011R Feb 1, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Inspection Procedure for AT Oil Temperature Warning Lamp Flashing
WQE-41RP Jan 15, 2013
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
SUBARU HAS DETERMINED THAT AFFECTED VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL GENUINE SUBARU PUDDLE LIGHTS MAY DEVELOP A SHORT CIRCUIT AND CAUSE THE RELATED COMPONENTS TO OVERHEAT AND POTENTIALLY MELT. A SHORT CIRCUIT CAN DEVELOP WHEN EITHER THE PUDD
WQE-41 Jan 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
WQE41 Jan 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Preliminary Inspection and Repair Procedure for Puddle Light Campaign WQE-41
WQE41 Jan 1, 2013
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Preliminary Inspection and Repair Procedure for Puddle Light Campaign WQE-41
WQE41 Jan 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Preliminary Inspection and Repair Procedure for Puddle Light Campaign WQE-41
SM01 Dec 27, 2012
092300 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL FILTER
NEW SUBARU RECALL CAMPAIGN: OPTIONAL GENUINE SUBARU PUDDLE LIGHTS
Announcement-2 Dec 27, 2012
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
New Subaru Recall Campaign: Optional Genuine Subaru Puddle Lights
11-126-12 Dec 19, 2012
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
11-126-12 Dec 19, 2012
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
DTC P0456 REPROGRAMMING FILE AVAILABILITY
1112612 Dec 19, 2012
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
DTC P0456 Reprogramming File Availability
16-80-11R Dec 12, 2012
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AT OIL TEMPERATURE WARNING LAMP FLASHING
168011R Dec 12, 2012
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
AT Oil Temperature Warning Lamp Flashing
11-111-12R Dec 6, 2012
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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SUBARU B9 TRIBECA - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the SUBARU B9 TRIBECA across all model years (2012, 2012).

7 Total Recalls
214 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
15 Reported Crashes
17 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

SUBARU B9 TRIBECA - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2012 (current) 7 8
2011 0 4 View
2010 0 5 View
2009 0 11 View
2008 0 23 View
2007 0 45 View
2006 0 118 View

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