2026 Subaru Outback TSBs
48 manufacturer communications for the 2026 Subaru Outback sit in NHTSA's public file. A TSB is factory repair guidance, not a recall — the repair is not automatically free. The 2026 Outback problem report covers complaints, recalls, and investigations.
What the bulletins cover
Most recent service bulletins
The 20 most recent of 48 communications on file. The complete set is searchable on NHTSA's page for this vehicle.
This bulletin announces the availability of reprogramming files for the Central Electronic Control Module (C-ECM). The updated logic has been developed to address Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B2A20 - LOST COMMUNICATION ETHERNET FROM DCM TO HU.
This Bulletin provides parts ordering and service guidance when replacing passenger seat assemblies and other passenger seat components.
This bulletin announces the diagnostic procedure to be performed before the service manual.
The following information announces reprogramming file availability and provides a software update installation procedure to optimize the new Gen 5 Denso CP25 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models listed. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)
This bulletin provides instruction for use (FOTA) of a new reprogramming procedure to optimize the Denso Gen 4.5 Audio and Navigation system utilized in the models listed. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin).
This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide a diagnostic and repair procedure for customers who report that rear washer pressure or flow is insufficient.
This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers). (This is an revised version of the…
This bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for removing accumulated carbon deposits from fuel injectors and internal engine components (e.g. intake valves and / or manifold, and combustion chambers). (This is an revised version of the…
This bulletin provides instruction for use of a new reprogramming procedure to optimize the Denso Gen 5 CP25 Audio and Navigation system utilized in the models listed. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)
This bulletin announces a change in the seat belt warning buzzer intervals in the inspection procedure found in the Service Manual. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)
This bulletin outlines the diagnostic and repair procedure for white smoke emitted from the exhaust after startup.
This bulletin provides instruction for use of a new reprogramming procedure to optimize the Gen4 DCM in the Firmware-over the-air (FOTA) process where remote devices can receive updates to their operating firmware.
This announcement is requesting retailer staff to retain the EyeSight protective hood covers from Generation 4 EyeSight cameras.
This bulletin announces the elimination of oil spacers from both left- and right side camshaft carriers on FB2.5 engines.
This Service Information Bulletin was developed to provide removal and installation tips to be followed when working with EyeSight Stereo Cameras.
This bulletin provides guidance when diagnosing chain slip, judder, shudder, and hesitation concerns on the TR690 model CVT transmissions used in the models listed. (This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)
This bulletin announces a change in the seat belt warning buzzer intervals in the inspection procedure found in the Service Manual.
This bulletin provides in-depth steps to be followed when replacing the Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM).
This bulletin contains additional information for recommended materials listed in the Service Manuals for individual models.
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.
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.