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Service bulletins for the 2020 Toyota 4Runner

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.

158 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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T-SB-0047-19 Rev2020-09-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. TSB: Some 2018 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to deliver the update; however, the process for generating license keys differs from previous generations. Before attempting to perform a map update, the head unit?s expiration date must be checked. If the expiration date is still valid, a license key may be generated without the use of an activation card number. Updating the maps without the use of an activation card number is considered an Embedded Navigation Update (refer to pg. 10) and performing this process does not extend the duration of telematic map services. If the head unit?s expiration date is expired, or is expiring within the next 90 days, it should be recommended to the customer to purchase an activation number. Utilizing an activation number will initiate a Dynamic Navigation Update (refer to pg. 4). This Dynamic Navigation Update will perform the Embedded Navigation Update and provide telematic map services for a period of two years from the day that the Dynamic Navigation Update is performed. Activation card numbers are provided in an activation card number pamphlet available through the normal parts ordering system.
T-TT-0615-20 Rev2020-09-14. Service bulletin. ENGINE. TT: The Toyota Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover detailed customer voice and vehicle data.
T-TT-0615-20 Rev2020-09-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE. TT: The Toyota Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover detailed customer voice and vehicle data.
T-TT-0553-19 Rev2020-08-24. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. TT: The new DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger may cause your facility?s Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) breaker to trip. A GFCI breaker can be tripped for various reasons, one of the reasons may be related to the DCA-8000. We are investigating this issue to determine the root cause. Other reasons the GFCI breaker may trip ?Circuit demand is too high for GFCI rating ?Worn out GFCI internal contacts ?Improper installation or wiring of GFCI breaker
T-SB-0073-19 Obs2020-08-17. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. OBSOLETE NOTICE July 31, 2020: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.
T-TT-0468-17 Rev2020-08-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM. TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
T-TT-0615-20 Rev2020-07-27. Service bulletin. ENGINE. TT: The Toyota Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover detailed customer voice and vehicle data.
T-TT-0602-20 Rev2020-07-27. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION; TIRES; STEERING. TT: Some 2019-2020 model year 4Runner SR5 and TRD Off Road grade models with Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 P265/70R17 tires may experience vibration (flutter) in the steering wheel when driving at highway speeds 55 mph and above.
T-SB-0049-202020-06-22. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS; STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS; STRUCTURE. TSB: Some 2014 - 2020 model year 4Runner vehicles may exhibit a gap due to disengagement of the front bumper cover clips and the fender retainer near the headlamp assembly. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
T-TT-0611-202020-06-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TT: To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns, it may be requested as part of the remanufactured head unit return to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested by audio suppliers, FTS, and/or FPEs.
T-TT-0516-18_Rev2020-06-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TT: The microphone circuit passes through the DCM before reaching the radio/navigation system. To simplify the diagnosis of the microphone, Safety Connect SOS button lights, and DCM (Data Communication Module/telematics transceiver) inoperative conditions, refer to the procedure below to prevent unnecessary parts replacement.
T-TT-0606-202020-05-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TT: Due to the challenges caused by the COVID-19 virus threat, some dealers are experiencing reduced traffic into their stores and causing dealer stock to age. Due to this situation, dealers are reminded and recommended to follow the Long-Term Vehicle Storage Guidelines outlined in T-SB-0009-19 and other Service Bulletin publications to ensure customers receive their vehicles in a fresh and well maintained condition Please ensure that both Sales and Service at your dealership are aware of these guidelines and are following the recommended maintenance and storage processes and procedures to ensure the highest customer satisfaction with their new vehicle purchase.
T-SB-0032-202020-05-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2020 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.
T-SB-0161-19_Rev2020-04-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT. Some 2020 model year vehicles equipped with Audio Plus (version 1021) or Premium Audio (version 1021) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Barge in function defaulted to OFF ?Limited phone book grammar ?Difficult Hand Free operation ?Abnormal Electronic Owner?s Manual operation ?Music does not automatically resume when using Android Auto? ?Cover art is not displayed ?Vehicle position isn?t sent to Destination Assist server ?System inoperative after using the return button when using voice recognition Some 2020 model year vehicles equipped with Audio Plus (version 1035) or Premium Audio (version 1035) or earlier may exhibit one or both of the following conditions: ?Abnormal screen play while using Apple CarPlay® (primarily during phone calls) ?Poor sound quality during phone calls while using Apple CarPlay® Some 2020 model year vehicles equipped with Audio Plus (version 1047) or Premium Audio (version 1047) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?USB audio does not resume after ignition cycle ?Intermittent rebooting ?Bluetooth disconnecting during a phone call when using Apple CarPlay® ?Intermittent screen freezing ?Navigation intermittently will not boot up ?Home Screen Audio widget is blank after a Destination Assist call ?Song, artist, or album data missing ?Abnormal clock operation ?Apple CarPlay® intermittently inoperative ?Radio takes a long time to boot up A software update is now available to address these conditions. Follow the Software Update Procedure in this bulletin to update the software.
Toyota Safety Re2020-04-20. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
T-SB-0026-202020-04-20. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE. TSB: All 2018 ? 2021 model year Sequoia, Tacoma, and Tundra vehicles and All 2020 ? 2021 model year 4Runner vehicles are equipped with Pre-collision System (PCS) and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) as part of the Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) package. The PCS and DRCC systems are designed to help mitigate a potential collision and maintain a pre-determined traveling distance. It is recommended to disable the PCS and DRCC systems on vehicles that have been modified (ride height, oversized wheels/tires, brush bars, etc.) in a way that potentially disrupts the functionality of these systems. Vehicle owner?s written consent is required before performing the calibration to permanently disable the PCS and DRCC systems. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to disable the PCS and DRCC systems.
Toyota Safety Re2020-04-20. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
T-SB-0009-19_Rev2020-04-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; SERVICE BRAKES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to keep vehicles factory fresh and ready for delivery. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extended vehicle storage conditions. Long-term storage can affect a vehicle?s systems and components. Any problems that are found should be corrected immediately.
T-TT-0602-202020-04-13. Service bulletin. TIRES; STEERING. TT: Some 2019-2020 model year 4Runner SR5 and TRD Off Road grade models with Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 P265/70R17 tires may experience vibration (flutter) in the steering wheel when driving at highway speeds 55 mph and above.
GST-TSB-20-0012020-04-13. Service bulletin. WHEELS; TIRES; STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS. This Technical Service Bulletin provides procedures to inspect and repair certain model year 2020 Toyota 4Runner vehicles equipped with GST installed wheels that are part of its Blackout Package which may exhibit an abnormal noise when in Reverse with the wheels at or near full lock due to interference between the tire and bumper and/or fender liner. The non-Toyota wheel accessory was installed as a Gulf States Toyota installed option.
T-SB-0008-19_Rev2020-04-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. TSB: An initialization procedure is required to activate the Entune? 3.0 App Suite Connect for Audio, Audio Plus, and Premium Audio head units before they are used for the first time on new vehicles. The initialization procedure may also be performed under other circumstances, such as following a head unit replacement or after the customer?s personal settings are erased. The initialization procedure requires between 3 and 15 minutes to complete, depending on file size, cellular connection speed, and other factors. Following the initialization procedure, individual Entune? 3.0 apps may periodically update through an over-the-air update system. Updates are optional or mandatory. The update procedure will take approximately 1 minute for each app requiring an update. Follow the Initialization/Update Procedure in this bulletin to perform the initialization and app updates.
T-TT-0588-19_Rev2020-03-30. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. TT: Some 2020 model year vehicles may display abnormal Safety Connect operation during PDS or after replacement due to DCM activation issues. If there are no DTCs present and after the initial SOS light flashing sequence after ignition on, neither the red nor green light stays on in the overhead console determine if the vehicle is in shipping mode. To determine if a vehicle is experiencing this condition, connect a Techstream and navigate to: Telematics-Data List - ?Telematics Activation Status?. If this value is displayed as ?Shipping?, continue to the Shipping Mode recommendations below, and do not create a TAS case.
T-TT-0575-19_Rev2020-03-30. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TT: Some new vehicles may experience the SOS/Telematics functions inoperative during Pre-Delivery Inspection or after replacement. The following procedure outlines the process to activate the DCM with the cellular network.
T-TT-0588-19_Rev2020-03-30. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TT: Some 2020 model year vehicles may display abnormal Safety Connect operation during PDS or after replacement due to DCM activation issues. If there are no DTCs present and after the initial SOS light flashing sequence after ignition on, neither the red nor green light stays on in the overhead console determine if the vehicle is in shipping mode. To determine if a vehicle is experiencing this condition, connect a Techstream and navigate to: Telematics-Data List - ?Telematics Activation Status?. If this value is displayed as "Shipping", continue to the Shipping Mode recommendations below, and do not create a TAS case.
T-SB-0109-19_Rev2020-03-30. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying our dealership?s new car customers. Customer feedback indicates the following areas deserve special attention when performing PDS: - Careful inspection for paint chips/scratches and body dents/dings. - Proper operation of electrical accessories. - Interior cleanliness. - Proper function of mechanical systems. Customer retention and proper maintenance of vehicles are and have always been a major focus for Toyota. To help remind customers that regular service is essential to the proper maintenance of the vehicle, dealers are required to install a service reminder sticker before delivery. By doing this, customers will be reminded to return to your dealership for service. Your current service reminder sticker may be used. (See PDS Check Sheet ?Final Inspection and Cleaning.?) A new PDS Check Sheet has been developed for the 2020 model year 4Runner. Some check points have been added, expanded, or clarified.

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