Service bulletins for the 2019 Toyota Avalon
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.
254 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| T-SB-0064-18 Rev | 2020-07-27. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES. TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and can never be reused. Another feature, Add/Remove Key, is also available. Once a key is removed, it can never be reused. |
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| T-TT-0615-20 | 2020-07-27. 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-0609-20_Rev | 2020-06-22. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. TT: Some 2019 and 2020 model year Avalon and Avalon HV may exhibit abnormal, partial or 100% inoperative function of either the passenger side, driver side, or both LED1 Headlamp Day Time Running Lights (DRL). This may be caused by an internal fault in the headlamp assembly or DRL logic issue. |
| T-TT-0611-20 | 2020-06-22. 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_Rev | 2020-06-22. 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-0609-20 | 2020-06-22. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING. TT: Some 2019 & 2020 model year Avalon & Avalon HV may exhibit abnormal, partial or 100% inoperative function of either the passenger side, driver side, or both LED1 Headlamp Day Time Running Lights (DRL). This may be caused by an internal fault in the headlamp assembly or DRL logic issue. |
| T-SB-0160-19_Rev | 2020-06-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0143-18. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0143-18 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Some 2019 model year Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles equipped with Entune? Audio Plus (version 1002) or Entune? Premium Audio (version 1002) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Incorrect GPS date and time ?Abnormal Bluetooth® operation ?Abnormal Wi-Fi operation G49?Microphone remains on screen after voice recognition failure ?Unable to see text with headlights on (text is same color as background) Some 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with Entune? Audio (version 1007), Entune? Audio Plus (version 1011), or Entune? Premium Audio (version 1011) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Phone does not auto-connect on startup ?Intermittent black screen?Apple CarPlay® home screen widget turns white when USB flash drive is disconnected ?Abnormal phone book sorting ?Unable to see DCM Status when in dark red or dark blue modes ?XM no signal banner appears at all times ??Check antenna,? ?ID Displaying,? or ?Seeking? always displays on XM mode ?Unable to switch Bluetooth® devices ?Apps button inactive in the voice recognition hint screen when using Apple CarPlay® ?Incorrect Spanish translations ?Voice recognition is not canceled during a phone call ?Low Easy Speak volume ?Voice recognition ?Web Search? is inoperative ?Entune? apps are inoperative and ?When it is safe and legal to do so, please ensure your Entune? App Suite application is running and logged in on your phone? pop-up appears ?Amazon Alexa inoperative on iOS devices |
| T-TT-0606-20 | 2020-05-11. 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-TT-0537-19_Rev | 2020-05-11. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY; LANE DEPARTURE. TT: The blind spot monitor (BSM) sensor angle inspection is used to confirm that the BSM sensor is within the specified angle before performing axis beam adjustment. When used in conjunction with the repair manual, these BSM tips leverage SSTs and readily available tools to support sensor angle confirmation in varying shop environments. |
| T-SB-0032-20 | 2020-05-11. 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-0025-20 | 2020-04-13. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. TSB: Some 2019 model year Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a brake squeal/squeak noise from the front brake components. For customers who find these characteristics objectionable, an updated brake caliper assembly is now available as a service part. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. |
| T-SB-0023-20 | 2020-04-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. TSB: Some 2019 ? 2020 model year Avalon Hybrid, Camry Hybrid, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with a ?Hybrid System Malfunction? message displayed and one or more of the following DTC(s) that represent an over current between the MG1, MG2, and inverter/PCU: ?P1C5D19 ? Drive Motor "A" Inverter Circuit Current Above Threshold ?P1C5F19 ? Generator Inverter Circuit Current Above Threshold These conditions typically occur on low vehicle mileage (less than 5,000). After an occurrence, the vehicle will be able to run normally with no drivability issues. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address these conditions |
| T-SB-0017-20 | 2020-03-30. Service bulletin. PARKING BRAKE. TSB: Some 2019 ? 2020 model year Avalon vehicles may exhibit a Parking Brake Malfunction or Cruise Control Malfunction warning message on the MID (multi-information display) with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) C13B0 (Electric Parking Brake ECU Malfunction) present. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition |
| T-SB-0016-20 | 2020-03-30. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. TSB: Some 2018 ? 2020 model year North American Produced (NAP) Camry, 2018 ? 2019 model year Japan produced Camry, 2018 ? 2020 model year Camry hybrid, 2019 ? 2020 model year Avalon, and 2019 ? 2020 model year Avalon hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the fuel filler door is difficult to open when the release button is pressed. This may be caused by the fuel filler door spring not having sufficient stroke to push the fuel filler door to the open position. The fuel filler door spring has been updated. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. |
| T-TT-0594-20_Rev | 2020-03-30. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TT: Some vehicles equipped with Dynamic Navigation may experience a pop-up message notifying them that their map update service will end soon. The date that is shown could be more than one year in the future. This does not indicate any issues with the vehicle, and is only informing the user of the expiration date. |
| T-SB-0022-19_Obs | 2020-03-30. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TSB: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete |
| T-SB-0022-19_Rev | 2020-03-30. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION. Some 2019 model year Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a brake squeal/squeak noise from the front brake components. For customers who find these characteristics objectionable, an updated brake caliper assembly is now available as a service part |
| T-TT-0594-20 | 2020-02-24. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TT: Some vehicles equipped with Dynamic Navigation may experience a pop-up message notifying them that their map update service will end soon. The date that is shown could be more than one year in the future. This does not indicate any issues with the vehicle, and is only informing the user of the expiration date. |
| T-TT-0520-19_Rev | 2020-02-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TT: In certain cases of leaking air conditioning systems, the root cause of the leak is inadvertently overlooked, causing a repeat repair. To improve customer satisfaction and repair A/C system leaks in one dealer visit, Toyota has developed a set of guidelines for evaluating A/C system components. |
| T-SB-0160-19_Rev | 2020-02-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TSB: REVISION NOTICE January 15, 2020 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0143-18. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0143-18 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Some 2019 model year Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles equipped with Entune? Audio Plus (version 1002) or Entune? Premium Audio (version 1002) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ? Incorrect GPS date and time ? Abnormal Bluetooth® operation ? Abnormal Wi-Fi operation ? Microphone remains on screen after voice recognition failure ? Unable to see text with headlights on (text is same color as background) |
| T-SB-0143-18_Rev | 2020-02-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE January 15, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0160-19. |
| T-TT-0580-19_Rev | 2020-02-18. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. TT: Currently under investigation. Please contact TAS if you have a vehicle that exhibits a leak from the Transmission Side Cover with no signs of damage or other conditions unrelated to regardless of miles or months in service. If it?s a Sunday or holiday continue with diagnosis and repair, save all parts and details, contact TAS on the next available work day and review details with TAS engineer. |
| T-SB-0008-20 | 2020-02-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should be repaired accordingly and will be covered under warranty if applicable. Cases that are determined to be a ?seep? should be documented on the repair order and inspected at the next service interval. Follow the Repair Information in this bulletin to determine if the concern in question is a fluid leak or fluid seep and review the Repair Procedure section to address the condition. NOTE This bulletin applies to ALL powertrain fluids excluding fuel and coolant. |
| T-SB-0047-19_Rev | 2020-01-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TSB: REVISION NOTICE December 13, 2019 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include several 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Required Tools & Equipment section has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. 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. 9) 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. 3). 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. Follow the process in this bulletin to perform the update. |
| T-TT-0580-19 | 2019-12-16. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. TT: Some 2018-2020 model year UA80/UB80 transmission equipped models may experience a leak from the Transmission Side Cover. This issue is currently under investigation. Vehicles are being sought regardless of months in service or mileage. Only seeking vehicles with leaking transmissions with no other signs of damage to the side cover. |
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