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© 2018 Subaru of America, Inc. All rights reserved.
SERVICE PROGRAM BULLETIN
APPLICABILITY:
		
		
		
SUBJECT:
2018 MY Legacy
2018 MY Outback
2017-2018 MY Impreza
2018 MY Crosstrek
NUMBER: WUA-86R
DATE: 01/03/19
REVISED: 06/08/21
Harman Kardon Head Unit Reprogramming
INTRODUCTION:
In the interest of customer satisfaction, Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is initiating a service
program to update the Harman Kardon head unit on certain vehicles with the latest version of
software.
AFFECTED VEHICLES:
Vehicles included in this service campaign are equipped with certain levels of head unit hardware
and software. Coverage for all affected vehicles must be confirmed by using the Vehicle Coverage
Inquiry function on subarunet.com. This information is now available
Model Year
Carline
2018
Legacy
2018
Outback
2017-18
Impreza
2018
Crosstrek
Affected Units
Refer to Vehicle Coverage
Inquiry for WUA-86 Service
Program Applicability
Coverage for all affected vehicles must be confirmed by using the Vehicle Coverage Inquiry function
on subarunet.com. This information is now available.
DESCRIPTION OF THE REPAIR:
Subaru Retailers will reprogram the head unit software on affected vehicles with the latest version at
no charge to the customer.
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CAUTION: VEHICLE SERVICING PERFORMED BY UNTRAINED PERSONS COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THOSE PERSONS OR TO OTHERS.
Subaru Service Bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians ONLY. They
are written to inform those technicians of conditions that may occur in some vehicles,
or to provide information that could assist in the proper servicing of the vehicle. Properly
trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to
do the job correctly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that this
Service Bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition.
Bulletin Number: WUA-86R; Revised: 06/08/21
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RETAILER RESPONSIBILITY:
Retailers are to promptly perform this update on all affected vehicles in their inventory. Additionally,
whenever a vehicle subject to this service program is taken into inventory or in for service, necessary
steps should be taken to ensure the update has been made before selling or releasing the vehicle.
Any vehicles listed in a service program that are in the Retailer’s stock must be:
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Immediately identified.
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Tagged or otherwise marked to prevent their delivery or use prior to inspection and/or repair.
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Updated in accordance with the repair procedures outlined in this Service Program Bulletin.
OWNER NOTIFICATION:
Subaru is in the process of acquiring registration data and will notify affected vehicle owners by first
class mail within the next 60 days. Retailers will be advised when owner renotification begins.
RETAILER AFFECTED VIN LISTS:
Each Subaru retailer will receive an affected VIN list from their Zone Office. Vehicles will be
assigned to retailers as follows:
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Original vehicle owners are assigned to the original selling retailer when their current address
is within a 100-mile radius of that retailer.
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If the original selling retailer is inactive, the VIN has been assigned to the nearest active
retailer.
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For any new owners or when original owners live more than 100 miles from the original
selling retailer, the VIN has been assigned to the nearest active retailer.
IMPORTANT: Retailer affected VIN lists include information for vehicles affected by this service
program. This information will enable retailers to follow up with owners of affected vehicles. The
lists contain owners’ names and phone numbers obtained from State Motor Vehicle Registration
Records. The use of such motor vehicle registration data for any other purpose is unlawful.
Accordingly, retailers are required to limit the use of these lists for the sole purpose of completing
this service program.
SERVICE PROCEDURE:
If the vehicle presents with a black or blank screen which prevents completing the reprogramming
procedure, Head Unit replacement will be required. Secure an exchange Head Unit following the
normal Harman Exchange Program procedure through United Radio. NOTE: Although all Harman
exchange units shipped after 1/4/2019 have the latest software version already installed, the Version
Check procedure must still be performed after the exchange unit is installed. In order to close the
recall/ campaign, the customer must have a fully functional head unit which is running on the latest
software.
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Affected Vehicles / Audio Units:
Vehicle Model
Audio Unit Type (High, Mid, Base)
Audio Unit
Part Number
NAVIGATION (HIGH)
86271FL60A
The following information addresses
86201FL62A
reprogramming file availability and a
8-Inch Display Audio (MID)
2017-18MY Impreza &
86201FL63A
2018MY Crosstrek
software update installation procedure
86201FL60A
6.5-Inch Display Audio (BASE)
to provide optimization to Harman Gen
86201FL61A
3 Audio and Navigation head units
86471AL65A
NAVIGATION (HIGH)
utilized in the models as listed above.
86471AL66A
2018MY Legacy /
86431AL65A
The procedure will involve either
Outback
8-Inch Display Audio (MID)
86431AL66A
downloading the software update files
6.5-Inch Display Audio (BASE)
86431AL61A
from Subarunet (or using those sent
directly from Nuspire) and transferring them onto a flash drive for head unit installation. It is VERY
IMPORTANT to read and understand this information completely before proceeding.
This procedure and the related reprogramming files apply to the following audio / navigation head
units:
Multimedia System Type
Descriptive Features
6.5 Inch Display Audio System (Base)
No CD slot / Eject Button
8.0 Inch Display Audio System (Mid)
Phone Button in Top Row Center
8.0 Inch Audio / Navigation System (High)
Map Button in Top Row Center
2017-18MY Impreza and 2018MY Crosstrek:
2018MY Legacy / Outback:
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MATERIALS REQUIRED:
Three (3) 6GB (MINIMUM) USB 2.0 or 3.0 flash drives which are readily available at most office
supply retailers will be needed to perform these updates.
Recommended Flash Drives:
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Kingston®: Data Traveler G3, G4, SE9 or the Hyper-X Series
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SanDisk®: Cruzer Series, Ultra Flair
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Transcend®: JetFlash 300, 600 or 790
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Verbatim®: Store ‘n’ Go
NOTES:
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The USB flash drives can be USB 2.0 or 3.0.
The USB flash drive MUST be reformatted to NTFS before loading any files to it. NTFS is
not the standard format on most USB flash drives.
The update files are not overly large but, during the reprogramming procedure, the head unit
backs up some files to the USB drive. For this reason, sufficient USB drive memory size is
required, especially for the High / Navigation units.
The flash drives should be dedicated to storing these reprogramming files only. Do NOT
use any flash drives which contains or requires the use of file management, encryption, file
backup or other software to function properly.
IMPORTANT:
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This new update includes all the previously released WTN-74 enhancements (Impreza).
Therefore, if the WTN-74 is still open, only the WUA-86 should be performed. SOA will
handle closing out the open WTN-74 coverage as necessary.
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This new update also includes corrections to the map data related to Subaru Retailer
locations.
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Step1- Verify the currently installed Software Version ID using the following steps:
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After starting the engine, from the HOME screen, touch “Settings”.
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From the Settings > General screen, scroll down to and then touch “System Information”.
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Confirm the current Software Version ID. If the Current Version is Rel_A2.20.07.20 or later
per TSB 15-211-17R, STOP as the latest update has already been installed. Otherwise,
proceed to Step 2 below. Refer to TSB 15-211-17R to see the latest software version
information as well as a history of prior updates. Software versions Rel_U0.18.43.20 (or
later) are acceptable to complete and close this recall.
Rel_A1_19_45_20
Rel_ A1_19_12_20
(EXAMPLE photos)
Step 2- Prepare the USB:
CAUTION: Do not use any USB flash drive which utilizes file organizing software or an operating
system.
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Make sure the USB flash drive contains no other files.
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Right click on the corresponding “Removable Disk”.
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Select “Format”.
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From the File System drop-down menu, select “NTFS”
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Check the “Quick Format” box (if not already done).
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Click on “Start” to format the USB flash drive.
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The new reprogramming files are available for download from Subarunet using the normal audio
/ navigation system file update download procedure: Go to Subarunet, select Service Operations
and Technical>>Forms/Downloads>> Gen 3/Harman for Audio/Navi then click on the applicable
Hyperlink to download the file(s) to your SDS Notebook or PC:
“BASE-17-18 Impreza-18 Crosstrek-18-Legacy-Outback-18-BRZ-HARMAN AUDIO UPDATENOVEMBER 2018”**
“MID-17-18 Impreza-18 Crosstrek-18-Legacy-Outback-18-BRZ-HARMAN AUDIO UPDATENOVEMBER 2018”**
“HIGH-17-18 Impreza-18 Crosstrek-18-Legacy-Outback-18-BRZ-HARMAN AUDIO UPDATENOVEMBER 2018”**
** NOTE: See TSB 15-211 for more information
Click Here to Access the Downloads for Audio/Navigation Information on Subarunet
IMPORTANT:
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If the files are being downloaded from Subarunet, they will be .zip files and must be
unzipped before they can be used. An EXAMPLE image of the Subarunet links page is
provided below.
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If the files were sent directly from Nuspire, they are ready to use and do not need to be
unzipped before they can be used.
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Step 3- Load the downloaded update file onto the USB flash drive:
IMPORTANT NOTES:
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NEVER change the update file names after downloading them.
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NEVER save any other files on the same flash drive.
There are various types of USB flash drive available from many suppliers. If the head unit does not
recognize the USB flash drive during the reprogramming process, re-format the flash drive in FAT32
using above process instead of NTFS as previously specified. If the USB flash drive is still not
recognized, use a USB flash drive from different supplier.
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Insert a USB flash drive (16 GB MINIMUM) to be used for (in this example) updating the
BASE head unit into the PC.
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Once the USB flash drive is located and ready for use, proceed to next step.
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From the SDS GUI (Desktop) click / open My Documents.
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Navigate to the USB flash drive (Removable Disk) and double click on it to access the drive.
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Right Click on the drive and select Format.
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Change the File System to NTFS.
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Check the box for Quick Format and then press Start. This will erase any existing files.
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When the warning dialog box opens, click “OK”.
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Once formatting is complete, click “OK” then click “Close” to exit the format dialog box.
Follow “A” when using files downloaded from Subarunet.
Follow “B” when using the files sent directly to the SDS notebook from Nuspire.
“A” When using update files downloaded from Subarunet:
• Go to Downloads.
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Once the files have been downloaded from Subarunet, click on the Downloads folder and
then sort by Date Modified to bring the most recent files to the top of the list.
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Open / display the contents of File folder “_Harman Audio-Navi Update Files”.
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Click on “Extract All Files”.
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From the dialog box, browse to My Documents then click on “Extract”.
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Open / display the contents of the 6 related Update File folders.
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Double-click on the required file (for this example, select the file entitled “BASE-1718 Impreza-18 Crosstrek-18-Legacy-Outback-18-BRZ-HARMAN AUDIO UPDATENOVEMBER 2018”).
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Copy ONLY the “Update” folder then paste (or click / drag) it to the “clean” USB flash drive
as listed (Removable Disk) in the directory.
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“B” When using update files sent directly from Nuspire:
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Go to My Documents on the GUI screen to display the list of available update files shown
below.
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Sort by Date Modified to bring the most recent files to the top of the list. The folder
is named: _Harman Audio-Navi Update Files. It contains the six folders shown in the
EXAMPLE photos below.
** NOTE: See TSB 15-211 for more information
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Double-click on the required file (for this example, select the file entitled “BASE-1718 Impreza-18 Crosstrek-18-Legacy-Outback-18-BRZ-HARMAN AUDIO UPDATENOVEMBER 2018”) and the Update file will display as shown.
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Click on the Update file and either copy / paste or click / drag it to the USB flash drive.
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Once the folder named “Update” is loaded onto the USB flash drive, right click on the drive
and select “Eject”.
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Remove the USB flash drive after the prompt appears that says “Safe to Remove Hardware”.
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Mark the USB to indicate the head unit it will update (BASE in this example).
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Repeat the above steps to create the MID and HIGH USB flash drives.
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Step 4- IMPORTANT: Install the update folder for the head unit being reprogrammed ONLY. Do
not install all three update folders onto the same flash drive at the same time.
NOTE: Do not copy the entire File folder.
Copy ONLY the File folder named “Update” to the USB flash drive.
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After the download is complete, NEVER change the folder names.
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To avoid confusion, label the flash drive with the file contents (e.g. BASE, MID or HIGH).
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Confirm there is a folder named “update” on the flash drive.
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After confirmation, move to the car and either start the engine or follow the procedure as
outlined in document GR8-1100 on STIS for use of the GR8’s Power Supply Mode.
CAUTION: Confirm one final time the head unit you are about to update matches with the USB
flash drive you have selected. Attempting to install the incorrect update file will disable the head unit.
Step 5- Update Installation:
IMPORTANT: Always record the customer’s radio station presets, volume and Driver Profile
settings before proceeding further. The customer’s radio station presets and volume settings will
likely need to be reset once the update and re-boot procedures are completed.
Always press > to move the screen and reveal all the selected
presets so they can be recorded and reset after update is complete.
Also check and record the Driver Profile and Volume settings.
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With the engine idling (or GR8 connected), plug the flash drive into the USB Port.
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After the unit “authenticates” the USB flash drive, press “Next” and after the second screen is
displayed, press “Next” again.
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The current and available software version information will be displayed. The Available
Version I.D should be Rel_A1_19_12_20 (see 15-211-17R for latest available software
version).
Rel_A1_19_12_20
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After confirming the Available Version, press “Install Now” to start the reprogramming
process.
NOTES:
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The screen will go blank (black) for a brief period after installation begins.
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If a “Do you want to retry” is displayed, press Retry to restart the update.
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The update should take less than 20 minutes to complete.
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IMPORTANT CAUTION: To avoid possible head unit damage, always confirm the update file on
the USB flash drive being used matches the head unit being updated (e.g. a BASE update file is being
installed into a BASE head unit). The files are NOT interchangeable between the 3 different audio
unit types.
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Do not touch any of the buttons on the head unit while the updating process is taking place.
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If during the updating an error screen is displayed asking “Do you want to Retry”, press
“Retry” to restart the update.
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Once the updating process is complete, the head unit will reboot automatically.
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After the reboot completes, press the HOME
button to return to the Home screen.
Step 6- Turn the ignition OFF, open and close the driver’s door then remove the flash drive from the
USB port. If an error screen is displayed asking “Do you want to Retry”, press “Cancel”.
IMPORTANT: Wait AT LEAST 3 MINUTES before proceeding to Step 7.
Step 7- Verify the newly-installed Software Version ID using the following steps:
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Turn the ignition back ON. The STARLINK screen should be displayed. If the STARLINK
screen is not displayed, perform Step 5 again and be sure to WAIT AT LEAST 3 MINUTES
before proceeding.
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In some cases, the radio presets may not appear initially.
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From the HOME screen, touch “Settings”.
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From the Settings > General screen, scroll down to and then touch “System Information”.
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Confirm Software Version is now “Rel_A1_19_12_20” (or latest software version as found
in bulletin 15-211-17R).
Rel_A1_19_12_20
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Press
(Home) to return to the Home screen and shut the engine OFF. Open and close
the driver’s door.
Step 8- CRITICAL: Operation Check and Full Re-Boot Procedure:
1) Turn the ignition back ON (ACC) and confirm normal system operation.
2) Confirm the Home screen is displayed.
IMPORTANT: If during this procedure (all models), the screen goes blank (black) and the
STARLINK screen does not appear, the head unit must be replaced. THIS SHOULD BE A VERY
RARE OCCURRENCE.
3) Turn the ignition OFF, open and close the driver’s door then WAIT AT LEAST 3 MINUTES
to confirm the unit “times out” or “goes to sleep”.
4) Perform 1), 2) and 3) above again (a total of 5 on a 2017MY Impreza) cycles if completing
WTN-74 OR only 2 cycles (1 additional cycle to Steps 1 & 2) if:
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WTN-74 was previously completed
completing this procedure on models other than a 2017MY Impreza.
If normal operation is confirmed, press
OFF to complete the procedure.
to return to the Home screen and shut the ignition
IMPORTANT: If during this procedure, the screen goes blank (black) and the STARLINK
screen does not appear, the head unit must be replaced. THIS SHOULD BE A VERY RARE
OCCURRENCE. Contact SOA Techline should this condition occur.
Step 9- If lost during the update process, reset the customer’s radio station presets, volume and
Driver Profile settings and if necessary, reset the clock to complete the procedure.
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CLAIM REIMBURSEMENT AND ENTRY PROCEDURES:
Credit to perform this recall will be based on properly completed repair order information. Retailers
may submit claims through Subarunet.com.
Labor Description
Labor
Operation #
Labor
Time
HARMAN AUDIO / NAVI UNIT REPROGRAMMING (INCLUDES VERSION ID CHECK
AND OPERATIONAL CHECKS)
A128-928
0.4
VERSION ID CHECK ONLY
A128-920
0.2
Recall/
Campaign
Code
Claim
Type
WUA-86
RC
WUA-86
RC
Use the following coding ONLY WHEN REPLACING the Head Unit:
HARMAN HEAD UNIT R&R & VERSION ID CHECK*
A128-930
0.6
HARMAN HEAD UNIT R&R & REPROGRAMMING**
A128-938
0.7
*Use this coding when an exchange Head Unit is required because of inability to reprogram due to blank or black screen.
**Use this coding when the exchange unit received does not have the latest software version already installed.
REMINDER: The software Version ID MUST always be confirmed as being the latest available
following installation of a replacement Head Unit.
IMPORTANT: CRITICAL Claim Process Update: When completing the WUA-86 campaign,
the post-update software version number MUST be entered in the Miscellaneous Detail field when
submitting the claim.
This recall repair may be eligible to be performed at an alternate repair site—for example, a
customer’s home or place of business, or at an auction—and not at the retailer’s main service facility.
Repairs performed at an alternate repair site are subject to the requirements of Section 13.10 of the
Claims Policies and Procedures Manual. These requirements will be strictly enforced. Please contact
the SOA Claims Helpline if you have questions about the policy.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
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SOA strongly discourages the printing and/or local storage of service information as
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.
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OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER
This notice applies to the VIN identified in
the address section printed below
Subaru of America, Inc
PO Box 9103
Camden, NJ 08101-9877
844-373-6614
www.subaru.com
Subaru Service Program
WUA-86
February 2019
Dear Subaru Owner:
We would like to thank you for your selection of a Subaru vehicle. We take pride in our products and are committed to your continued
satisfaction.
Subaru has developed a modification to the Harman Kardon audio system display software logic for certain 2018 model year Legacy,
Outback, and Crosstrek vehicles, and certain 2017-2018 model year Impreza vehicles. This software update is intended to ensure the
proper operation of your vehicle’s Harman Kardon infotainment system.
You received this notice because our records indicate that you currently own one of these vehicles.
					
WHAT SUBARU WILL DO
Subaru will reprogram the Harman Kardon audio system display software with an updated version in your vehicle at no charge to you.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
Please contact your Subaru retailer (dealer) for an appointment to have the audio system display software updated in
your vehicle, free of charge.
CHANGED YOUR ADDRESS OR SOLD YOUR SUBARU?
If you have moved or sold your vehicle, please update this information online at www.subaru.com, select ‘Customer Support,’ then
select ‘Address Update’ or ‘Ownership Update’ from the drop-down menu.
HOW LONG WILL THE REPAIR TAKE?
The time to perform this software update is approximately 30 minutes. However, it may be necessary to leave your vehicle for a longer
period of time on the day of your scheduled appointment to allow your Subaru retailer flexibility in scheduling.
IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY PAID FOR A REPAIR
If you have already paid for repairs associated with this coverage, you may be eligible for reimbursement. Reimbursement consideration
will be based on the amount an authorized Subaru retailer in your area would charge for the same repair.
Please send the original service repair order, which has the name of the repair facility, date of repair, mileage at the time of repair,
complete 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN), and your name, with correct mailing address and telephone number to the address
listed below.
Subaru of America, Inc.
Customer-Retailer Services Department, Attention: WUA-86 Service Program
P.O. Box 9103, Camden, NJ 08101-9877
Please send original receipts only and retain a photocopy for your records. Please be assured that we will attempt to process your
reimbursement request as quickly as possible, but it may take up to 60 days for this process to be completed.
IF YOU NEED FURTHER ASSISTANCE:
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To locate the nearest Subaru retailer, you can access our website at www.subaru.com and select ‘Find a Retailer.’
For additional information, please go to: http://www.wua86.service-campaign.com.
If you need additional assistance, please contact us directly:
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By e-mail: Go to www.subaru.com and select “Contact Us”
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By telephone: 1-844-373-6614
Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. ET
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By U.S. Postal mail: Write us at Subaru of America, Inc.
Attn: Customer-Retailer Services Department
P.O. Box 9103, Camden, NJ 08101-9877
Please contact us immediately if the Subaru retailer fails or is unable to make the necessary repairs free of charge.
Your continued satisfaction with your Subaru is important to us. Please understand that we have taken this action in the interest of
your vehicle’s proper operation. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this matter may cause and urge you to schedule an
appointment as soon possible.
Sincerely,
Subaru of America, Inc.
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