Falcor Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 The sunroof on my 2010 Outback has been popping when I open it. I mentioned it to the dealer and they said they would look at it. The service manager said it needed a few parts for the sunroof (track, motor, cables) to repair. The extended warranty company (Route 66) will not cover the repair since the one I purchased does not cover sunroofs. The service manager said it would be about $1600 to repair. I did some research and there was a TSB for a binding sunroof on the 2010 Outbacks. Here is the info below. Has anyone heard of this? Subaru 2010 Subaru Outback Sunroof TSBs TSB Number: SB-12-122-10-R NHTSA Number: 10045042 TSB Date: June 6, 2012 Date Added to File: August 13, 2012 Failing Component: Visibility:Sun Roof Assembly Summary: Subaru: due to roof flange, there is a possibility that the sunroof, when opening, would bind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 Since there are so many TSB's and Subaru is obviously aware of issues, it would be great if Subaru could cover at least some of the cost. You may need to call SOA to get them involved. GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted April 15, 2015 Author Share Posted April 15, 2015 I called the service dept back and they said the original fix involved a wood block (I have heard of this previously). He said the TSB was updated since the wood block fix didn't work. Now they just replace the whole unit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted April 16, 2015 Author Share Posted April 16, 2015 Someone on subaruoutback.org mentioned that TSB 07-72-13 superceded SB-12-122-10-R. Still doesn't mention what the TSB actually involves. Hopefully I'll hear from the dealer today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orndog Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 Frustrating that TSB's are not easily accessed by the end user. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capttris Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 I wish TSB's were made public. I feel like the sunroof on my 2013 is flimsy and not well designed. it just doesn't seem smooth and tight when it operates, especially when it first opens. The sunroof on my 91 prelude worked smooth for the over 17 years I owed it, and it was used almost daily.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted April 16, 2015 Author Share Posted April 16, 2015 Someone on another thread mentioned lubing the sunroof gasket with a silicone spray. I may try that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted April 17, 2015 Author Share Posted April 17, 2015 I went and got some silicone spray last night. I sprayed it on a paper towel and rubbed it on so the spray would get in the car. It may have helped a little, but not much. I wonder if a new seal on the glass would fix the issue. I'm kinda thinking of calling a sunroof repair shop and see what they say about it. If Outback/Legacy's have had this issue for awhile, they would be aware of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DammyO Posted April 17, 2015 Share Posted April 17, 2015 That might be the way to go. I also have a route 66 warranty on both my wife and I's vehicles. We got the full on package for hers that covers everything, and boy so far they have covered everything on her 2007 Santa Fe. From new end links, to CV joints, they even paid out close to $700 to fix the AC unit on her car when the only issue was one of the buttons occasionally sticking. That warranty has more than paid for itself thus far. I got the step down package on my 2007 LGT. Covers, Engine, Trans, Turbo, Drivetrain stuff. But not some rear suspension or electrical stuff. So far, Route 66 has been great to deal with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted April 17, 2015 Author Share Posted April 17, 2015 That might be the way to go. I also have a route 66 warranty on both my wife and I's vehicles. We got the full on package for hers that covers everything, and boy so far they have covered everything on her 2007 Santa Fe. From new end links, to CV joints, they even paid out close to $700 to fix the AC unit on her car when the only issue was one of the buttons occasionally sticking. That warranty has more than paid for itself thus far. I got the step down package on my 2007 LGT. Covers, Engine, Trans, Turbo, Drivetrain stuff. But not some rear suspension or electrical stuff. So far, Route 66 has been great to deal with. I have had their extended warranty on 3 of my vehicles now. Just this last weekend the starter was replaced at the dealer and the warranty covered it all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted April 21, 2016 Author Share Posted April 21, 2016 It's been a year since I last posted anything about the sunroof. The dealer said that the sunroof was not covered under my extended warranty, and it was going to cost about $1600 to replace the sunroof. Needless to say, I opted not to replace the sunroof. It still pops when opening, and I have been living with it. It seemed a little worst this week, so I rubbed more Sil-Glyde on the rear of the seal on the glass. Ir helped some, but now the popping is worse. I think the Sil-Glyde makes the gasket stick/grab the opening in the roof more than if it is dry. So, in reviving this thread, has anyone found a good fix for this issue? I honestly think the gasket on the glass has expanded/degraded in the sun and needs replaced. What I don't know is if I can replace it, or if it will have to go to a sunroof shop. On a side note, I have noticed more road noise from the rear of the glass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted April 21, 2016 Share Posted April 21, 2016 At this point you should have no problem finding a used sunroof from a newer model, I would give that a shot for the cost. FWIW my 2010 has no issues with the sunroof and I rarely use it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted April 22, 2016 Author Share Posted April 22, 2016 Ok, I used the spray silicone all around the gasket and the opening in the roof. It actually made it worse. The gasket was grabbing the opening after. So I ended up using a thick layer of the Sil-Glyde, and it seems to work for now. Its really just a bandaid until I can take it to a sunroof shop. I'm hoping they have a simple fix. I am afraid that the gasket on the glass needs replaced, but it looks like the glass will have to be removed to do that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted July 15, 2016 Author Share Posted July 15, 2016 I finally got around to taking my car to a sunroof shop. They tried to adjust it, but it didn't work. They found out the glass is warped and it will need a new glass panel. The parts sites list the panel for about $180 (depending on the site). Removal and install will be $75. This is much better than replacing the entire sunroof assembly like the dealer wanted to do to the tune of $1600. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NVAKeith Posted July 16, 2016 Share Posted July 16, 2016 Thanks for posting a follow up. That price is great! I remember there was a recall relating the to sunroof glass. Any chance it is for the warping problem you have? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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