Model year 2018 and newer cvt warranty extended for the. Tsb 16 10717 issued june 29, 2017 cvt warranty extension. Subaru outback questions cvt transmission blown cargurus. The year ranges listed above are a general guideline. Letters sent to owners this month notifying them of the program simply note that. Warranty coverage begins on the date the car is delivered to the first retail purchaser.
A subaru transmission warranty extension has been issued for 20102015 legacy and outback, 20122015 impreza, 202015 crosstrek, 20142015 crosstrek hybrid, 20142015 forester and 2015 wrx vehicles, all equipped with continuously variable transmissions cvts. Dear subaru owner as part of subaru of americas dedication to customer satisfaction, this letter is to inform you of an extension to the new car powertrain limited warranty for your vehicles continuously variable transmission. My 20 outback started with a noisea whining sound that. It extends the warranty up to 10years100,000 miles and unlimited miles till sept 30th of 2019. This warranty extension will not cover any excessive engine oil consumption found to be. Subaru continuously variable transmission cvt lemon. Subaru is extending the warranty for owners of certain subaru models with the cvt transmission. Subaru issues extended transmission warranty program for. Tsb home 20 20 subaru 20 subaru outback the following tsbs may apply to your 20 subaru outback. From what ive read, the newer gen subarus with cvts have upgraded a few. All 2018 model year cvt legacy, outback, wrx, crosstrek, impreza, and forester vehicles that were sold or leased in the united states.
I just found out that the cvt transmission on the subaru carries a 10 year 100,000 mile warranty. Please do not change out the fluid on the transmission. Parts like automatic transmission oil pump are shipped directly from authorized subaru dealers and backed by the manufacturers warranty. Certain 2011 to 2015 foresters certain 2012 to 2015 imprezas certain 20 to 2015 crosstreks certain 20 to 2014 legacy and outback. Consumer reports reliability data shows the 2015 foresters transmission as much better than average.
In addition, adjustment services are covered one time only during the first 36 months36,000 miles of operation, whichever comes first. There may be some exclusions dependent upon whether the vehicle is equipped with a cvt or manual transmission. Ive always thought it had problems as there is a 56 second delay shifting from reverse into drive. Baja, impreza, wrx sti, xv crosstrek, crosstrek hybrid. Jul 21, 2017 just got a notice from subaru that the cvt warranty has been extended for 10 years100k miles, for the following models. Subaru has begun offering an extended warranty for the automatic transmission. Disappointed with subaru warranty extension elliotts. The cvt has been around for several years now and now spans most of the subaru fleet. Subaru cvt powertrain warranty extension notice is this whats wrong with my crosstrek. Sep 07, 2017 the action covers the 201015 legacy and outback. Dashboard warranty extension to repair sticky or melted dashboards exposed. Every authorized subaru dealer in canada may run a vehicle specific inquiry for full details of your warranty coverage. Owner manual 20 legacyoutback owner manual 20 legacyoutback subaru of america, inc. I took it to my subaru dealer and they told me that i needed new bearings on the front wheels, they called them hubs.
Vehicles that are older or have a mileage higher than the warranty have been issued a oneyear warranty extension that ends on july 31, 2018. Apparently last week subaru put out tsb 1611518 which includes 2017 impreza cvt s. The problem is, if our transmission fails at 101,000 miles we get to pay thousands of dollars for their screwup. Subaru extends its cvt warranty to 10yr100,000m page 3. Subaru has issued a warranty extension for the cvt assemblies on certain models from the original five 5 year or 60,000 miles to ten. According to torque news, the affected fb engines are the 2. Disappointed with subaru warranty extension elliotts help forums. Keep in mind that subaru has extended the warranty on the cvt in the 2015 2. After some prodding, subaru has decided to extend the warranty on their lineartronic cvt. I contacted my dealer and subaru of north america and the faulty piston. Warranty extension for continuously variable transmission 2018 legacyoutback, impreza, wrx, crosstrek, and forester. Below is a brief description of the subaru limited warranty for 20 model year subaru vehicles that is provided to each buyer by subaru at no additional charge.
To see how frequently 20 subaru outback problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. My 20 outback started with a noise a whining sound that. As part of our dedication to customer satisfaction, subaru of america, inc. If you would like a copy of the letter to keep on record, we would be happy to send you one by contacting us at 18553272455.
The problem with most all cvts is that they are relatively nonrepairable except by the manufacturer compared with noncvts. My 20 outback had a oil consumption issue around 48 thousand miles. Subaru owners win compensation and warranty boost for oil. Its likely that a spike in outofwarranty claims and online complaints helped drive this change, as well as the potential of future litigation if subaru didnt act soon. If your transmission is in need of repair, dont compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, offbrand.
If you notice that your vehicles continuously variable transmission cvt isnt working as well as it used to, listen up. Received a note from my sales person a few weeks ago. Subaru is extending the warranty on our 16 outback cvt. I was curious about the reason why the letter on the cvt. Just got a warranty extension by mail for my outbacks transmission.
Just got a notice from subaru that the cvt warranty has been extended for 10 years100k miles, for the following models. Bought one when i got my used subaru non outback and i dont think i ever needed it. In the interest of customer satisfaction, subaru of america, inc. Got a letter from subaru saying the cvt transmission may. The problem with most all cvts is that they are relatively nonrepairable except by. A subaru transmission warranty extension has been issued for 20102015 legacy and outback, 20122015 impreza, 20 2015 crosstrek, 20142015 crosstrek hybrid, 20142015 forester and 2015 wrx. Nov 29, 2017 in late november 2017, subaru extended their cvt warranty for 1. Letters sent to owners this month notifying them of the program simply. Subaru extending the warranty for owners with a cvt. Subaru factory warranty information subaru research site. If the car was used as a demonstrator or company vehicle before being sold at retail, warranty coverage begins on the date the car was first placed in such service. Subaru corporation is offering consumers an extended warranty on the.
I am having the exact same issue with my 20 outback 2. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Got a letter from subaru saying the cvt transmission. Subaru could issue massive recall affecting many u. I just got a used 20 legacy and after driving it at higher speeds most pronounced. If you notice that your vehicles continuously variable transmission cvt isnt working. Subaru continuously variable transmission cvt lemon law case. Nov 12, 2018 in 2017 we received a letter informing us that subaru was acknowledging transmission problems with 20102015 outbacks and that if repairs were made prior to 07312018 that subaru would cover the cost as part of a warranty extension. Also, nissan recently extended the cvt warranty for my20 and 2014 pathfinders based on a class action settlement, which is also great for me since i have a 2014 pathfinder.
Subaru extends its cvt warranty to 10yr100,000m nasioc. Remember in the fine print in the owners manual it states that i inspect. Subaru cvt powertrain warranty extension notice is this. Subaru is extending the warranty on our 16 outback cvt transmission to 100,000 miles. Subaru outback questions 20 subaru outback cvt problems. Subaru has issued a warranty extension for the cvt assemblies on certain models from the original five 5 year or 60,000 miles to ten 10 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Disappointed with subaru warranty extension elliotts help. Starting october 10, 2018 subaru is extending the cvt s warranty to 10 years or 100,000 miles from 5 years or 60,000 miles on 2018 starting at date of first sale on these models. We have had the car at 2 different dealerships 3 separate times and still not resolved. Cvt was first made available in the 5th generation legacy and outback.
I just received my letter and its for 20102015 outbacks along with other models. Subaru issues extended transmission warranty program for certain. A few weeks ago, my 20 crosstrek 80k miles started sounding different. The extension appears to only apply to my2010 through my2015 depending on model. A subaru transmission warranty extension has been issued for 20102015 legacy and outback, 20122015 impreza, 202015 crosstrek, 20142015 crosstrek hybrid, 20142015 forester and 2015 wrx. Cvt warranty extension 201015 page 22 subaru outback forums. Subaru extends their cvt warranty, but its a limited time. I just got a letter from subaru stating that they were extending the drivetrain warranty on 20162017 legacyoutback, impreza, wrx, forester and crosstrek cvt transmissions. Dont just repair a leak, prevent future problems with a national.
Subaru has issued a warranty extension for the cvt assemblies on certain. Facing complaints, subaru offers extended warranties on 1. A subaru transmission warranty extension has been issued for 20102015 legacy and outback, 20122015 impreza, 202015 crosstrek. Starting on june 22, 2017 subaru is extending the cvts warranty to 10 years or 100,000 miles from 5 years or 60,000 miles, starting at date of first sale on these models 20102015 outback, legacy 20122015 impreza 202015 crosstrek 20142015 foresters 2015 wrx.
Subaru australia warrants that if any part of the vehicle is found to be defective in factory materials or workmanship within the stated warranty period, it will be repaired, replaced or adjusted by. Subaru transmission warranty extension to 10 years, 100,000. Subaru tends to be close to hondatoyota and in some cases above. In 20 we purchased our first subarua 2010 outback premium 2. Jul 10, 2017 subaru is extending the warranty for owners of certain subaru models with the cvt transmission. My 20 outback started with a noisea whining sound that got louder and louder as i accelerated. Oct 24, 2017 my 20 outback started with a noise a whining sound that got louder and louder as i accelerated. When i get coasting around 50mph and give it a little gas, there is a rumbleroar from the front. Parts like automatic transmission case are shipped directly from authorized subaru dealers and backed by the manufacturers warranty. Mar 19, 2018 if you notice that your vehicles continuously variable transmission cvt isnt working as well as it used to, listen up. See the basic, maintenance, powertrain, corrosion, and roadside factory warranties for the 20 subaru outback. The subaru new vehicle warranty period on highvoltage batteries for subaru hybrid vehicles is 8 years160,000 kilometres, whichever comes first. The extended warranty covers the 201015 legacy and outback.
Legacy and outback vehicles equipped with a manual transmission so they. Apparently last week subaru put out tsb 1611518 which includes 2017 impreza cvts. Got a letter from subaru saying the cvt transmission may fail. Subaru corporation is offering consumers an extended warranty on the continuously variable transmission cvt on approximately 1. The source of the information below is the national highway transportation safety administration nhtsa, which maintains tsbs for vehicles sold in the united states. My transmission actually failed before the warranty extension, so i was. Obviously theyre failing at a rapid rate and the factory wants to do something about it. If there are no tsbs listed for your vehicle, that. Soa is extending the new car limited powertrain warranty coverage for the continuously variable transmission cvt on the above listed models and model years from the original five 5 years or sixty thousand 60,000 miles whichever comes first to ten 10 years or one.
Your subaru dealer has complete details concerning the warranty and any exclusions andor restrictions that may apply. In 2017 we received a letter informing us that subaru was acknowledging transmission problems with 20102015 outbacks and that if repairs were made prior to 07312018 that subaru would cover the cost as part of a warranty extension. Subaru has begun offering an extended warranty for the automatic transmission on about 1. Just got a warranty extension by mail for my outback s transmission. Limited powertrain warranty coverage for the continuously variable. The issues have forced subaru to extend their cvt warranty. The car will hesitate to accelerate from a stop and sometimes is worse than others. Subaru extends their cvt warranty, but its a limited time offer november 29, 2017. Subaru owners deserve transmission recall, not extended.
A copy of the letter is not necessary to receive assistance under the warranty enhancement program. See below, notice that most of the troubles with transmissions are on the 20, 2014 and 2015 look, cars are like fine vintage wines and 20, 14 and 15 are just not them. Cvt warranty extension 201015 subaru outback forums. In late november 2017, subaru extended their cvt warranty for 1. Nov 29, 2017 after some prodding, subaru has decided to extend the warranty on their lineartronic cvt. Soa subaru of america will be sending letters to customers with affected. Impreza, 202015 crosstrek, 20142015 forester and 2015 wrx. Subaru transmission warranty extension to 10 years.
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