2000 Subaru Outback TSBs

76 manufacturer communications for the 2000 Subaru Outback sit in NHTSA's public file. A TSB is factory repair guidance, not a recall — the repair is not automatically free. The 2000 Outback problem report covers complaints, recalls, and investigations.

76Communications

What the bulletins cover

Electrical25 bulletins
Engine12 bulletins
Transmission & drivetrain9 bulletins
Body & structure4 bulletins
Brakes & stability3 bulletins
Suspension2 bulletins

Most recent service bulletins

The 20 most recent of 76 communications on file. The complete set is searchable on NHTSA's page for this vehicle.

Electrical SubaruNet Announcement November 14, 2024

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.

Service bulletin 15-130-08R October 31, 2024

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…

Service bulletin 01-167-08R October 1, 2024

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

Electrical · Engine 01-167-08R September 27, 2024

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

Electrical 15-298-22R September 27, 2024

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.

Electrical SubaruNet Announcement September 26, 2024

The CP1.5 RCs OTA is available for all mid and high grade CP1.5 head units.

Electrical 15-320-24 September 26, 2024

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

Electrical 07-178-21R September 26, 2024

This Service Information bulletin is being released as guidance for proper testing and charging of vehicle batteries.

Engine 02-192-24 September 26, 2024

This Service Information Bulletin announces the diagnostic procedures to be followed when diagnosing engine oil leakage on FA and FB type engines.

Engine 02-191-22R September 17, 2024

This bulletin announces availability of the NEW genuine Subaru engine oil filter.

Suspension 03-94-24 September 4, 2024

This bulletin outlines the judgment criteria to be used when inspecting front transverse link bushings to reduce unnecessary bushing replacement.

Electrical 15-308-23R August 15, 2024

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.

Electrical 15-251-19R August 5, 2024

This Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16.

Engine · Electrical 01-168-09R August 5, 2024

The purpose of this bulletin is to provide replacement key and immobilizer information along with an overview of the Subaru Lock Information web-site.

Electrical 15-320-24 August 5, 2024

This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure for 2025MY vehicles.

Transmission & drivetrain Subarunet Announcement July 24, 2024

This annoucement provides parts personnel information about remanufactured transmissions that will no longer be available.

Electrical Subarunet Announcement July 18, 2024

This announcement provides information for retailers to install the latest infotainment system software for Denso CP 1.5.

Electrical 15-308-23R July 17, 2024

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.

Electrical · Airbags Subarunet Announcement July 15, 2024

This announcement provides information on Takata Recall Escalated Towing Program.

Engine Thermo Control Valve Vide July 11, 2024

This thermo control valve video contains information on the replacement of thermo control valve.

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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.