# Service bulletin 06\-55\-16R

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10120977
- Published by NHTSA: 2017\-10\-27
- Manufacturer's number: 06\-55\-16R
- Manufacturer's date: 2016\-06\-24
- NHTSA component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING; SERVICE BRAKES

## NHTSA's summary

\(ALL EXCEPT Hybrid Models\) REVISED This bulletin announces a design change to the brake light switch \(BLS\) to reduce the possibility of improper illumination of the ABS and/or VDC warning lamp. In the event a product containing silicone is used to lubricate the BLS or for other purposes in the area around the switch, a non\-conductive coating may develop over time on the internal electrical contacts and affect operation of the switch. On / Off signal output from the BLS is critical for proper operation of various systems on the vehicle. When the switch does not operate properly, warning lamps illuminate and DTCs are stored. A table with BLS\-related DTCs and additional information is provided in the Service Procedure information. A photo of the switch changes is shown below. This bulletin also provides a diagnostic and adjustment procedure to be used when diagnosing brake light switch\-related DTCs.

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2016/MC-10120977-9999.pdf)
- [If that address does not open, try this one](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2016/MC-10120977-0001.pdf)

The document is the manufacturer's. This site does not hold it.

## Components

Brakes, Lighting

## Vehicles listed

- 2016 SUBARU CROSSTREK
- 2014 to 2016 SUBARU FORESTER
- 2008 to 2014 SUBARU IMPREZA
- 2013 to 2015 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [2019104](/recalls/tc/2019104.md), 2019-03-01: Brakes
- [19V149000](/recalls/nhtsa/19V149000.md), 2019-02-28: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
- [15V366000](/recalls/nhtsa/15V366000.md), 2015-06-12: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
- [14V830000](/recalls/nhtsa/14V830000.md), 2014-12-31: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- [2014586](/recalls/tc/2014586.md), 2014-12-22: Brakes
- [2014223](/recalls/tc/2014223.md), 2014-06-12: Brakes
- [14V311000](/recalls/nhtsa/14V311000.md), 2014-06-10: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- [2011414](/recalls/tc/2011414.md), 2011-11-29: Brakes
- [11V562000](/recalls/nhtsa/11V562000.md), 2011-11-29: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [WQQ\-52R](/bulletins/11018903.md), 2025-06-03, Service bulletin: SERVICE BRAKES. "The repair instructions previously provided in the WQK\-47 recall bulletin as been updated, the WQQ\-52 recall will involve applying additional anti\-corrosion material to the four\-way \(2\-2 way\) joint connector area of the brake line system on Forester, Impreza, WRX, and STI vehicles previously repaired under the WQK\-47 \(14V\-311\) brake line corrosion recall prior tothe December 23, 2014 WQK\-47 recall bulletin revision."
- [07\-59\-07R](/bulletins/11012260.md), 2025-01-03, Service bulletin: EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This bulletin is for information purposes only.The bulletin adresses design changes of the headlamps and rear combination lamps, where moisture and or condensation may develop on the inside of the lamp lenses.
- [06\-90\-24](/bulletins/11002725.md), 2024-07-01, Service bulletin: SERVICE BRAKES. This bulletin provides diagnosis and procedure information to be applied when diagnosing potential fluid leaks on front and rear brake calipers. This information has been developed to reduce unnecessary brake caliper replacement.
- [078714](/bulletins/10235899.md), 2023-05-08, Service bulletin: EXTERIOR LIGHTING; EQUIPMENT. This bulletin provides information regarding design changes to the rear combination lamp assembly to prevent fogging and accumulation of condensation.
- [077813R](/bulletins/10235896.md), 2023-05-08, Service bulletin: EXTERIOR LIGHTING; EQUIPMENT. Insect Entry into Rear Combination Lamps
- [TechTIPS](/bulletins/10235875.md), 2023-05-08, Service bulletin: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Subaru Service and Technical Support Line Newsletter
- [WQK47\-1](/bulletins/10234896.md), 2023-04-24, Service bulletin: SERVICE BRAKES. Brake Line Corrosion
- [1517314](/bulletins/10234859.md), 2023-04-24, Service bulletin: EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Exterior Auto Dim Mirrors with Approach Lighting
- [WQK47\-2](/bulletins/10234827.md), 2023-04-24, Service bulletin: SERVICE BRAKES. New Subaru Recall Campaign: Brake Line Corrosion WQK?47
- [1112412R](/bulletins/10234272.md), 2023-04-17, Service bulletin: ENGINE; SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM:S\-CAM. Difficulty Starting, Rough Idle, Cam Position

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