1998 Subaru Outback TSBs

16 manufacturer communications for the 1998 Subaru Outback sit in NHTSA's public file. A TSB is factory repair guidance, not a recall — the repair is not automatically free. The 1998 Outback problem report covers complaints, recalls, and investigations.

16Communications

What the bulletins cover

Electrical4 bulletins
Brakes & stability2 bulletins
Engine1 bulletin
Wheels & tires1 bulletin
Suspension1 bulletin

Service bulletins

Service bulletin 12-249-23R July 11, 2023

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.

Electrical 15-302-22 August 23, 2022

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.

Service bulletin 01-167-08R August 23, 2022

This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.

Electrical 15-192-22R March 18, 2022

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).

Electrical 01-167-08R June 17, 2021

This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models

Engine 09-51-08R June 7, 2021

This bulletin is to advise of SOA’s revised catalytic converter recycling program shipping procedure.

Service bulletin 14-22-16R February 1, 2021

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.

Service bulletin 14-22-16R August 4, 2020

Special Service Tools Cross Reference List.

Service bulletin 01-181-20 April 30, 2020

All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)

Brakes & stability 06-68-19R July 11, 2019

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 or premature wear of the replacement…

Service bulletin Subaru Tech Tips May 21, 2019

Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newletter.

Service bulletin 14-22-16R May 6, 2019

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.

Wheels & tires SB-05-50-10R February 3, 2011

SUBARU: THERE IS A STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS DUE TO AN IMPORPER WHEEL BALANCE.

Electrical 07 July 1, 2007

HEADLIGHT BULB SOCKET REPAIRS.

Brakes & stability 063103 December 8, 2004

REPLACEMENT OF THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) REPAIR. *TT UPDATE.

Suspension 010102 January 1, 2002

INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT SPRING GUARD BULLETIN UPDATE.

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Data updated 2026-08-20 from NHTSA's public records

Every number on this page is a count of records in the federal complaint, recall, and investigation files published by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. Check any specific vehicle's open recalls by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.