Technical Service Bulletins For 2020 SUBARU ASCENT
Here are the technical service bulletins we have for the 2020 SUBARU ASCENT. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to Contact Us:
Technical Service Bulletins
Technical Service Bulletin #16-103-16R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN
NHTSA #10164446
Date Of Bulletin
20190829
Failing Component Name
100000 POWER TRAIN
Description
"This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Investigation has identified likely sources of the seepage to be the sealant used on the CVTâ¿¿
Technical Service Bulletin #10-94-19
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS
NHTSA #10164278
Date Of Bulletin
20190829
Failing Component Name
220000 SEATS
Description
This bulletin announces a change made to blower unit assemblies used for front seat cushion and backrest ventilation. The change was made in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding vibration and excessive airflow-type soun
Technical Service Bulletin #10-94-19
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10164278
Date Of Bulletin
20190829
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin announces a change made to blower unit assemblies used for front seat cushion and backrest ventilation. The change was made in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding vibration and excessive airflow-type soun
Technical Service Bulletin #12-273-19
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS
NHTSA #10165553
Date Of Bulletin
20190930
Failing Component Name
220000 SEATS
Description
This bulletin announces availability of redesigned leather seat cushion trim covers to address isolated customer concerns of wrinkles appearing during early stages of vehicle use as shown in the example photo below. The new covers util
Technical Service Bulletin #15-249-19
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
NHTSA #10165507
Date Of Bulletin
20190918
Failing Component Name
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Description
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 Claims Polic
Technical Service Bulletin #15-249-19
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10165507
Date Of Bulletin
20190918
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
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 Claims Polic
Technical Service Bulletin #15-249-19
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10165507
Date Of Bulletin
20190918
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
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 Claims Polic
Technical Service Bulletin #16-103-16R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN
NHTSA #10165497
Date Of Bulletin
20190926
Failing Component Name
100000 POWER TRAIN
Description
This bulletin has been developed in response to a small number of customer concerns regarding fluid seepage found coming from the CVT assembly. Investigation has identified likely sources of the seepage to be the sealant used on the CVTâ¿
Technical Service Bulletin #15-251-19
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10165548
Date Of Bulletin
20190926
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This Service Information Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16. In most cases involving this DTC, the following scenario(s) occur: â¿¢ When trying to use the remote engine starte
Technical Service Bulletin #15-249-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10166918
Date Of Bulletin
20191021
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
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 Claims Polic
Technical Service Bulletin #11-192-19
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10166949
Date Of Bulletin
20191025
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM). The new files will address isolated concerns of an extended cranking (hard starting) condition. They will also address a DTC P1604 whic
Technical Service Bulletin #11-192-19
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA #10166949
Date Of Bulletin
20191025
Failing Component Name
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Description
This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Engine Control Module (ECM). The new files will address isolated concerns of an extended cranking (hard starting) condition. They will also address a DTC P1604 whic
Technical Service Bulletin #05-71-19
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 020000 SUSPENSION
NHTSA #10166952
Date Of Bulletin
20191025
Failing Component Name
020000 SUSPENSION
Description
This bulletin provides an inspection procedure to follow when addressing customer concerns of a rattling, knocking of klunk type sound when going over slight bumps and/ or uneven road surfaces.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-253-19
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10166913
Date Of Bulletin
20191018
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This Service Information Bulletin provides the answer to potential inquiries regarding the STARLINK app being unable to play music files stored on a customer⿿s Android® phone / device through the head units (H/U) used in the applicable
Technical Service Bulletin #15-251-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10168637
Date Of Bulletin
20191118
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
"This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16. In most cases involving this DTC, the following scenario(s) occur: â¿¢ When trying to use the remote engine starter (RES) feat
Technical Service Bulletin #15-251-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10168637
Date Of Bulletin
20191118
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
"This Service Bulletin provides additional diagnostics to follow when addressing a Telematics-related DTC B2A16. In most cases involving this DTC, the following scenario(s) occur: â¿¢ When trying to use the remote engine starter (RES) feat
Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10173127
Date Of Bulletin
20200319
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS
NHTSA #10173127
Date Of Bulletin
20200319
Failing Component Name
140000 AIR BAGS
Description
This bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10173127
Date Of Bulletin
20200319
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-249-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10173128
Date Of Bulletin
20200319
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-249-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10173128
Date Of Bulletin
20200319
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
Technical Service Bulletin #07-173-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
NHTSA #10173135
Date Of Bulletin
20200320
Failing Component Name
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Description
This Service Information Bulletin provides insight on how to address a customer concern of the rear hatch, Power Rear Gate (PRG) or trunk release operating (or finding the PRG/trunk open unexpectedly after parking) without a specific input
Technical Service Bulletin #07-173-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
NHTSA #10173135
Date Of Bulletin
20200320
Failing Component Name
162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
Description
This Service Information Bulletin provides insight on how to address a customer concern of the rear hatch, Power Rear Gate (PRG) or trunk release operating (or finding the PRG/trunk open unexpectedly after parking) without a specific input
Technical Service Bulletin #07-173-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10173135
Date Of Bulletin
20200320
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This Service Information Bulletin provides insight on how to address a customer concern of the rear hatch, Power Rear Gate (PRG) or trunk release operating (or finding the PRG/trunk open unexpectedly after parking) without a specific input
Technical Service Bulletin #15-262-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10173190
Date Of Bulletin
20200326
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This service bulletin announces the addition of diagnostics for DTC B224C: RADIO ANTENNA FAULTS to the service manuals of the models listed.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-262-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10173190
Date Of Bulletin
20200326
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This service bulletin announces the addition of diagnostics for DTC B224C: RADIO ANTENNA FAULTS to the service manuals of the models listed.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-236-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10169851
Date Of Bulletin
20191230
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
Reprograming file availability for optimization of Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation Head Units.
Technical Service Bulletin #12-279-20R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
NHTSA #10173109
Date Of Bulletin
20200304
Failing Component Name
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Description
This bulletin announces availability of new outer door handles to address isolated concerns of the chrome finish peeling.
Technical Service Bulletin #12-279-20R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
NHTSA #10173109
Date Of Bulletin
20200304
Failing Component Name
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Description
This bulletin announces availability of new outer door handles to address isolated concerns of the chrome finish peeling.
Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
NHTSA #10171089
Date Of Bulletin
20200117
Failing Component Name
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Description
This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10171089
Date Of Bulletin
20200117
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS
NHTSA #10171089
Date Of Bulletin
20200117
Failing Component Name
140000 AIR BAGS
Description
This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
Technical Service Bulletin #17-17-13R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10171089
Date Of Bulletin
20200117
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-255-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10171095
Date Of Bulletin
20200128
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
The first TomTom map update for Gen 3.1 Harman navigation equipped vehicles was made available.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-255-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10171095
Date Of Bulletin
20200128
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
The first TomTom map update for Gen 3.1 Harman navigation equipped vehicles was made available.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-256-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10171096
Date Of Bulletin
20200128
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U).
Technical Service Bulletin #15-256-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10171096
Date Of Bulletin
20200128
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin provides information on a new reprogramming procedure (FOTA) to optimize the Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units (H/U).
Technical Service Bulletin #11-195-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA #10171099
Date Of Bulletin
20200130
Failing Component Name
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Description
This bulletin announces availability of a new vacuum hose assembly for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system incorporating improved sealing to prevent potential oil seepage.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-236-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
NHTSA #10168600
Date Of Bulletin
20191108
Failing Component Name
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Description
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed above. The p
Technical Service Bulletin #15-236-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10168600
Date Of Bulletin
20191108
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed above. The p
Technical Service Bulletin #12-281-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 160000 STRUCTURE
NHTSA #10171927
Date Of Bulletin
20200219
Failing Component Name
160000 STRUCTURE
Description
This bulletin provides a repair procedure to address a small number of customer concerns of the hood panel surface vibrating while driving. This condition can result if the mastic (adhesive) used to bond the inner hood reinforcing panel to
Technical Service Bulletin #15-236-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10171932
Date Of Bulletin
20200219
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
The following information addresses reprogramming file availability and a software update installation procedure to provide optimization to the new Harman Gen 3.1 Audio and Navigation head units utilized in the models as listed.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-260-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10171936
Date Of Bulletin
20200221
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This bulletin describes two operational concerns and the repair method for addressing them on the Harman Gen 3.1 Display Audio (Mid) and Navigation -equipped (High) head units.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-260-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10171936
Date Of Bulletin
20200221
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin describes two operational concerns and the repair method for addressing them on the Harman Gen 3.1 Display Audio (Mid) and Navigation -equipped (High) head units.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-130-08R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10171939
Date Of Bulletin
20200221
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
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
Technical Service Bulletin #18-198-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10173027
Date Of Bulletin
20200303
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
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.
Technical Service Bulletin #18-198-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10173027
Date Of Bulletin
20200303
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
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.
Technical Service Bulletin #18-198-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA #10173027
Date Of Bulletin
20200303
Failing Component Name
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Description
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.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-221-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
NHTSA #10168560
Date Of Bulletin
20191118
Failing Component Name
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Description
This bulletin provides helpful information about operating conditions observed in the field for Technicians to use when diagnosing customer concerns which may arise while operating Harman Gen 3.0 and 3.1 Navigation and Display Audio systems
Technical Service Bulletin #15-221-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10168560
Date Of Bulletin
20191118
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin provides helpful information about operating conditions observed in the field for Technicians to use when diagnosing customer concerns which may arise while operating Harman Gen 3.0 and 3.1 Navigation and Display Audio systems
Technical Service Bulletin #15-243-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10168562
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This Service Information bulletin provides a procedure for customizing the maintenance period settings of the MFD. When accessing the Maintenance period information on the SSM4, the maintenance interval default values for mileage and number
Technical Service Bulletin #15-243-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10168562
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This Service Information bulletin provides a procedure for customizing the maintenance period settings of the MFD. When accessing the Maintenance period information on the SSM4, the maintenance interval default values for mileage and number
Technical Service Bulletin #15-226-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
NHTSA #10168563
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns regarding USB functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as it gathers important details which will help wi
Technical Service Bulletin #15-226-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10168563
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns regarding USB functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as it gathers important details which will help wi
Technical Service Bulletin #15-226-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10168563
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns regarding USB functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as it gathers important details which will help wi
Technical Service Bulletin #WUU-06
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10169869
Date Of Bulletin
20191211
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
"In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a Service Program to reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM) on certain 2019-2020MY Ascent and 2020MY Legacy & Outback vehicles. In some vehicles, t
Technical Service Bulletin #Subarunet Announ
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA #10169872
Date Of Bulletin
20191210
Failing Component Name
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Description
WUU-06 ECM Reprogramming for DTC C1424 Customer Satisfaction Service Program.
Technical Service Bulletin #WUU-06R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
NHTSA #10169877
Date Of Bulletin
20191213
Failing Component Name
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Description
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a Service Program to reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM) on certain 2019-2020MY Ascent and 2020MY Legacy & Outback vehicles. In some vehicles, th
Technical Service Bulletin #WUU-06R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10169877
Date Of Bulletin
20191213
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a Service Program to reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM) on certain 2019-2020MY Ascent and 2020MY Legacy & Outback vehicles. In some vehicles, th
Technical Service Bulletin #05-71-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10171078
Date Of Bulletin
20200108
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This bulletin provides an inspection procedure to follow when addressing customer concerns of a rattling, knocking or klunk type sound when going over slight bumps and/or uneven road surfaces.
Technical Service Bulletin #05-71-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 020000 SUSPENSION
NHTSA #10171078
Date Of Bulletin
20200108
Failing Component Name
020000 SUSPENSION
Description
This bulletin provides an inspection procedure to follow when addressing customer concerns of a rattling, knocking or klunk type sound when going over slight bumps and/or uneven road surfaces.
Technical Service Bulletin #07-165-20R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
NHTSA #10171083
Date Of Bulletin
20200128
Failing Component Name
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Description
This Service Information Bulletin describes how to proceed when doing EyeSight (Version 3) system diagnosis.
Technical Service Bulletin #07-165-20R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
NHTSA #10171083
Date Of Bulletin
20200128
Failing Component Name
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Description
This Service Information Bulletin describes how to proceed when doing EyeSight (Version 3) system diagnosis.
Technical Service Bulletin #07-165-20R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10171083
Date Of Bulletin
20200128
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This Service Information Bulletin describes how to proceed when doing EyeSight (Version 3) system diagnosis.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-249-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10169825
Date Of Bulletin
20191220
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
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 Claims Policie
Technical Service Bulletin #02-184-19
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA #10169828
Date Of Bulletin
20191203
Failing Component Name
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Description
This Service Information Bulletin provides the proper tightening / torque sequence to follow when installing Intake Duct #3 onto the intercooler assembly. Following the sequence below will insure the bolts remain fully tightened.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-227-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
NHTSA #10168565
Date Of Bulletin
20191118
Failing Component Name
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns of the Navigation systemâ¿¿s functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as it gathers important details whi
Technical Service Bulletin #15-227-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10168565
Date Of Bulletin
20191118
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns of the Navigation systemâ¿¿s functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as it gathers important details whi
Technical Service Bulletin #15-227-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10168565
Date Of Bulletin
20191118
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns of the Navigation systemâ¿¿s functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as it gathers important details whi
Technical Service Bulletin #15-247-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
NHTSA #10168566
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Description
This Service Information Bulletin announces availability of a map update which includes new software to address a route searching error. A â¿¿Route Calculation Unsuccessfulâ¿ message may be displayed when the selected route crosses state b
Technical Service Bulletin #15-247-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10168566
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This Service Information Bulletin announces availability of a map update which includes new software to address a route searching error. A â¿¿Route Calculation Unsuccessfulâ¿ message may be displayed when the selected route crosses state b
Technical Service Bulletin #15-247-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10168566
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This Service Information Bulletin announces availability of a map update which includes new software to address a route searching error. A â¿¿Route Calculation Unsuccessfulâ¿ message may be displayed when the selected route crosses state b
Technical Service Bulletin #15-228-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
NHTSA #10168567
Date Of Bulletin
20191118
Failing Component Name
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing a customer concern of the display screen being either frozen (unresponsive) or black (blank). Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as
Technical Service Bulletin #15-228-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10168567
Date Of Bulletin
20191118
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing a customer concern of the display screen being either frozen (unresponsive) or black (blank). Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as
Technical Service Bulletin #15-228-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10168567
Date Of Bulletin
20191118
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing a customer concern of the display screen being either frozen (unresponsive) or black (blank). Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as
Technical Service Bulletin #15-230-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
NHTSA #10168569
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns involving Bluetooth (BT) functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as it gathers important details which w
Technical Service Bulletin #15-230-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10168569
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns involving Bluetooth (BT) functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as it gathers important details which w
Technical Service Bulletin #15-230-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10168569
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing customer concerns involving Bluetooth (BT) functionality. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as it gathers important details which w
Technical Service Bulletin #15-231-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10168571
Date Of Bulletin
20191118
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to use when diagnosing specific and general audio/sound related concerns. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide-Questionnaire as it gathers important details which will assist
Technical Service Bulletin #15-231-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10168571
Date Of Bulletin
20191118
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to use when diagnosing specific and general audio/sound related concerns. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide-Questionnaire as it gathers important details which will assist
Technical Service Bulletin #15-220-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
NHTSA #10168573
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to use when diagnosing concerns of the Apple CarPlay and / or Android Auto feature not connecting or launching properly when a compatible device is connected to the head unit.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-220-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10168573
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to use when diagnosing concerns of the Apple CarPlay and / or Android Auto feature not connecting or launching properly when a compatible device is connected to the head unit.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-233-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
NHTSA #10168574
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Description
This Service Information bulletin provides a procedure to use for addressing a customer concern of a delayed or slow response when using the soft keys on the touch screen of the audio / navigation head unit.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-233-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10168574
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This Service Information bulletin provides a procedure to use for addressing a customer concern of a delayed or slow response when using the soft keys on the touch screen of the audio / navigation head unit.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-233-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10168574
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This Service Information bulletin provides a procedure to use for addressing a customer concern of a delayed or slow response when using the soft keys on the touch screen of the audio / navigation head unit.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-229-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10168627
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing clock-related customer concerns. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as it gathers important details which will help with diagnosis a
Technical Service Bulletin #15-229-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10168627
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin provides troubleshooting steps to follow when diagnosing clock-related customer concerns. Please start by completing the Harman Investigation Guide Questionnaire as it gathers important details which will help with diagnosis a
Technical Service Bulletin #12-292-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 150000 SEAT BELTS
NHTSA #10176024
Date Of Bulletin
20200519
Failing Component Name
150000 SEAT BELTS
Description
This service infromation bulletin provides an important precaution to follow whenever installing the front seat belt assembly retaining bolts located at the base of the "B" pillar.
Technical Service Bulletin #07-177-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10176029
Date Of Bulletin
20200528
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin announces availability of a new 120V inverter assembly. The new inverter has been developed in response to a limited number of reports describing the overcurrent protection feature triggering at less than the 100W specificatio
Technical Service Bulletin #01-181-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10174543
Date Of Bulletin
20200430
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
All Models (Vehicle Cleaning- COVID-19Best Practices)
Technical Service Bulletin #Subaru Tech Tips
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10174535
Date Of Bulletin
20200417
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
Subaru's QMR of the month winner.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-249-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10174536
Date Of Bulletin
20200430
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin contains illustrations of exchange components and their manufacturer as well as a description of the proper exchange procedure.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-195-16R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10174537
Date Of Bulletin
20200430
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This service information bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement (when applicable) of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM). All models with STARLINK Telematics System.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-195-16R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10174537
Date Of Bulletin
20200430
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This service information bulletin provides important information regarding diagnosis and replacement (when applicable) of the STARLINK Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM). All models with STARLINK Telematics System.
Technical Service Bulletin #16-128-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10174509
Date Of Bulletin
20200402
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin announces availability of a new transmission harness for use when diagnosis of DTC P0842 - TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SENSOR/ SWITCH "A" CIRCUIT LOW.
Technical Service Bulletin #16-128-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN
NHTSA #10174509
Date Of Bulletin
20200402
Failing Component Name
100000 POWER TRAIN
Description
This bulletin announces availability of a new transmission harness for use when diagnosis of DTC P0842 - TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SENSOR/ SWITCH "A" CIRCUIT LOW.
Technical Service Bulletin #12-286-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10174511
Date Of Bulletin
20200406
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
This bulletin announces a design change made to the front door weatherstrips to prevent interference with the leading edge of the rear doors under certain circumstances.
Technical Service Bulletin #12-286-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
NHTSA #10174511
Date Of Bulletin
20200406
Failing Component Name
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Description
This bulletin announces a design change made to the front door weatherstrips to prevent interference with the leading edge of the rear doors under certain circumstances.
Technical Service Bulletin #12-286-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 160000 STRUCTURE
NHTSA #10174511
Date Of Bulletin
20200406
Failing Component Name
160000 STRUCTURE
Description
This bulletin announces a design change made to the front door weatherstrips to prevent interference with the leading edge of the rear doors under certain circumstances.
Technical Service Bulletin #15-219-18R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10174512
Date Of Bulletin
20200408
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin is designed to address an error code 202 and/or 204 when attempting to complete the STARLINK Telematics subscription process.
Technical Service Bulletin #12-288-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
NHTSA #10175977
Date Of Bulletin
20200505
Failing Component Name
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Description
This bulletin announces a design change made to the Slide Rail components of the left and right front power seat frame / track assemblies used on the models listed.
Technical Service Bulletin #12-288-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 220000 SEATS
NHTSA #10175977
Date Of Bulletin
20200505
Failing Component Name
220000 SEATS
Description
This bulletin announces a design change made to the Slide Rail components of the left and right front power seat frame / track assemblies used on the models listed.
Technical Service Bulletin #12-288-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10175977
Date Of Bulletin
20200505
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin announces a design change made to the Slide Rail components of the left and right front power seat frame / track assemblies used on the models listed.
Technical Service Bulletin #01-183-20
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
NHTSA #10175984
Date Of Bulletin
20200506
Failing Component Name
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Description
Vehicle repair program for customers affected by the COVID-19 quarantine.
Technical Service Bulletin #07-155-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
NHTSA #10176017
Date Of Bulletin
20200515
Failing Component Name
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Description
This bulletin announces a design change made to the PRG control module.
Technical Service Bulletin #07-155-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
NHTSA #10176017
Date Of Bulletin
20200515
Failing Component Name
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
Description
This bulletin announces a design change made to the PRG control module.
Technical Service Bulletin #07-155-19R
This 2020 SUBARU ASCENT Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10176017
Date Of Bulletin
20200515
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
This bulletin announces a design change made to the PRG control module.






































