2012-2015 Subaru Oil Issue
The problem: The engine may consume too much oil over time. This is due to faulty piston ring sets and short blocks used in these engines.
Vehicles affected by service bulletin:
- 2013 Subaru Legacy*
- 2014 Subaru Legacy*
- 2013 Subaru Outback*
- 2014 Subaru Outback*
- 2011 Subaru Forester*
- 2012 Subaru Forester*
- 2013 Subaru Forester*
- 2014 Subaru Forester*
- 2015 Subaru Forester* (manual transmission)
- 2012 Subaru Impreza**
- 2013 Subaru Impreza**
- 2012 Subaru XV Crosstrek**
- 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek**
- 2014 Subaru Impreza** (manual transmission)
- 2015 Subaru Impreza** (manual transmission)
- 2014 Subaru Crosstrek** (manual transmission)
- 2015 Subaru Crosstrek** (manual transmission)
*With 2.5-liter engine
**With 2.0-liter engine
Corrective action: Dealers will replace the short block assembly.
Warranty info: This service is being performed free of charge under an extended eight-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
What owners should do: Call your local dealer with your vehicle’s identification number to determine if it’s involved in this service bulletin. You can call Subaru at 800-782-2783 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration at 888-327-4236. Reference TSB No. 02-157-14R for more info.
Need to find a dealer for service? Go to Cars.com Service & Repair to find a local dealer.
Editor’s note: This is only one of dozens of service bulletins issued each month by automakers. Please check your automaker’s website to see if your vehicle has any service bulletins pending.
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