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SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN
APPLICABILITY:
		
2015-19MY WRX
2013-19MY BRZ		
NUMBER: 12-271-19
SUBJECT:
		
Rear Bumper Face Side Mounting BracketsDesign Change
DATE: 08/29/19
INTRODUCTION:
This Service Information Bulletin announces a design change made to the rear bumper cover side
mounting brackets. These new brackets provide increased clearance between the edges of the bumper
cover and the corresponding quarter panels. This change will prevent them from contacting each
other and possibly damaging their painted surfaces.
PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:
The new mounting brackets were incorporated into production as per the table below:
Model
Starting VIN
WRX
K*827384
BRZ
K*601523
PART INFORMATION:
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Bulletin Number: 12-271-19; Date: 08/29/19
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Description
Part Number
BRACKET- REAR BUMPER SIDE RIGHT
57707VA111
BRACKET- REAR BUMPER SIDE LEFT
57707VA121
BRACKET- REAR BUMPER SIDE RIGHT
57707CA101
BRACKET- REAR BUMPER SIDE LEFT
57707CA111
Application
WRX
BRZ
REMINDER: Always
order the most up-to-date
replacement parts based
on the specific VIN being
repaired.
SERVICE PROCEDURE / INFORMATION:
REMINDER: Customer satisfaction and retention starts with performing quality repairs.
The service procedures for replacing the mounting brackets remain unchanged. Always refer to
the applicable Service and Body Repair Manuals to review the full requirements of the repair being
performed. These Manuals contain procedural information critical to performing effective repairs the
first time and every time. This includes but is not limited to: important SAFETY precautions, proper
inspection criteria, necessary special tools, required processes and related one-time-use parts needed
for a complete and lasting repair.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
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previously released information and electronic publications may be updated at any time.
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Always check for any open recalls or campaigns anytime a vehicle is in for servicing.
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Always refer to STIS for the latest service information before performing any repairs.
Bulletin Number: 12-271-19; Date: 08/29/19
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