Hi, new member here. I found this forum when searching for this exact same problem. My battery died twice (original on a 2015 Legacy Premium 2.5i). I tested the alternator and it was putting out between 10 and 11 volts when the headlights and all accessories are off. Once I turn the headlights or AC on, the alternator kicked up to 14.1 - 14.3 volts. I assumed the alternator was bad and replaced it along with the battery and serpentine.
Now with the new battery and alternator when the headlights and accessories are off, the alternator is putting out 12.6 volts. As soon as you turn on the headlights or AC, it kicks up to 14.2. I've read about this ECM update on TSB 11-174-17R. Does anyone know if this will solve the issue or does anyone know of anything else I could try?
Thanks so much!!!!