Service bulletin T-SB-0018-14
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 | 10133727 |
| Published by NHTSA | 2018-04-23 |
| Manufacturer's number | T-SB-0018-14 |
| Manufacturer's date | 2014-03-12 |
| NHTSA component | SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
NHTSA's summary
Some 2010 ? 2015 model year 4Runner vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise coming from the second row seats when driving over uneven terrain. The bracket for the inside hinge of the 60% second row seat may rub the seat frame. Follow the procedure outlined below to address this condition.
The document
The document is the manufacturer's. This site does not hold it. NHTSA files a document at one of these two addresses; we have not asked NHTSA which.
Components
Seats
| TOYOTA 4RUNNER | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
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Listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned: the document says which.
| 16V396000 | 2016-06-02. SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER |
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| 14V743000 | 2014-11-19. SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER |
| 13V014000 | 2013-01-16. SEATS; AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE |
A recall listed here may apply to some of the same vehicles. Only the manufacturer can say whether it applies to one vehicle.
| T-SB-0012-21 Rev | 2022-03-14. Service bulletin. TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on horizontal surfaces such as the hood, roof, and trunk. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition |
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| T-SB-0012-21 | 2021-04-19. Service bulletin. TSB: Some 2010 ? 2021 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on horizontal surfaces such as the hood, roof, and trunk. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. |
| T-SB-0122-11 Rev | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. Beginning in 1998, Toyota introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Toyota does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Toyota leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT recommended by Toyota may affect side airbag performance, in general or in part, during an accident. Modifications that negatively affect side airbag performance can result in severe occupant injuries. Seat covers are an integral part of this safety system. Replacing fabric seat covers with non-Toyota leather or other seat cover materials may compromise the effectiveness of this safety system. The design of the seat is complex, integrating safety and strength with comfort and luxury. Toyota strongly discourages modifying original equipment seats that have optional side airbags. Additionally, Toyota strongly advises against the installation or use of aftermarket seat covers, which could impair the performance of the side airbags in the event of an accident. |
| T-SB-0009-18 | 2018-03-12. Service bulletin. TSB: The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to elevate awareness and provide best practices for leather and synthetic leather care in Toyota vehicles. As an additional resource, if the vehicle is equipped with factory leather seats, the vehicle Owner?s Manual will highlight the importance of proper maintenance and provide guidance for care. |
| T-SB-0018-14 Rev | 2017-08-14. Service bulletin. TSB: Some 2010 - 2015 model year 4Runner vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise coming from the second row seats when driving over uneven terrain. The bracket for the inside hinge of the 60% second row seat may rub the seat frame. Follow the procedure outlined below to address this condition. |
| T-SB-0018-14 Rev | 2017-08-14. Service bulletin. TSB: Some 2010 - 2015 model year 4Runner vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise coming from the second row seats when driving over uneven terrain. The bracket for the inside hinge of the 60% second row seat may rub the seat frame. Follow the procedure outlined below to address this condition. |
| T-SB-0018-14 | 2016-03-31. Service bulletin. SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. |
| TSB-0122-11 | 2011-12-17. Service bulletin. TOYOTA: INFORMATION PROVIDED FOR REPLACING THE SEAT COVERS FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIRBAGS. *PE |
| TSB-0038-11 | 2011-07-07. Service bulletin. TOYOTA: 2010 4RUNNER. THE FRONT SEAT RECLINE MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY. THE SEAT MAY RECLINE UNEVENLY CREATING A TWIST IN THE BACK. *RM |