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June 11, 2026 Service bulletin

This bulletin announces a design change to the front brake pads with a new friction material and shape...

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

Bulletin number
06-97-26R
Component
Service brakes
Summary
"This bulletin announces a design change to the front brake pads with a new friction material and shape that is intended to enhance the removal of rust and debris that can accumulate on the rotor surface, causing unevenness.(This is an revised version of the original bulletin.)"

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

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