Check a VIN

April 30, 2026 Service bulletin

This bulletin announces a design change to the front brake pads which have been redesigned with a new...

Subaru technical service bulletin 06-97-26 for 2025 Subaru Forester, 2024-2026 Subaru Impreza and 2024-2026 Subaru Crosstrek.

Bulletin number
06-97-26
Component
Service brakes
Summary
This bulletin announces a design change to the front brake pads which have been redesigned with a new friction material and shape to enhance the removal of rust and debris that can accumulate on the rotor surface, causing unevenness.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 27 complaints in the brakes category.

Vehicles covered

VIN decoder

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Buying a used Subaru Forester?

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.

Check its history