Have you seen this?
It says for the 2.5 engine but I'm wondering if any XTs were affected, too?
It says for the 2.5 engine but I'm wondering if any XTs were affected, too?

P0300 Subaru Forester
A P0300 Subaru Forester trouble code may be caused by a faulty alternator. Don't replace spark plugs/ignition coils before reading this 07-112-16R bulletin.
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