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January 1, 2013 Service bulletin

Subaru: over time, front catalytic converter efficiency degrades beyond an acceptable level and releases...

Subaru technical service bulletin WQD-40 for 2008-2009 Subaru Outback, 2008-2009 Subaru Forester and 2008-2009 Subaru Legacy.

Bulletin number
WQD-40
Component
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: catalytic convertor
Summary
Subaru: over time, front catalytic converter efficiency degrades beyond an acceptable level and releases air pollutants that requires the front catalytic converter to be replaced and ECM to be reprogrammed. Models 2008-2009 legacy, outback, forester.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 98 complaints in the engine category.

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