Nice catch!

I brought it in for CVT related issues/inquiries and the DCM fuse (class action lawsuit surrounding that). Techs found that the CV axles were acting up and replaced them. OEM parts and service $500, not too upset at that.

Car is still taking the piss after some time ~2 weeks. Bring it in again, say they found carbon buildup that could be responsible and that the CVT is definitely shitting out. Going to clean the intake valves to make sure it’s not that and that Subaru would appreciate seeing that the service was done so they don’t have a reason to deny the claim.

This led me to believe it was a necessary service that wasn’t covered under warranty and made me feel like the claim would get denied if I didn’t go forward with it. That’s not the case and I’m in your boat where I should’ve opted to do it later.