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Service bulletins for the 2012 Toyota Camry

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.

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

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T-SB-0134-16-Rev2019-09-03. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE. TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0012-13. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0012-13 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. Flash reprogramming allows the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin details the Techstream ECU flash reprogramming process and outlines use of the Technical Information System (TIS) and the Calibration Update Wizard (CUW). Flash calibration updates can only be applied to the vehicle/ECU combination for which they are intended. ECUs have internal security that will not allow them to be programmed with another ECU?s information. NOTE ECU is a Toyota term used to describe integrated computerized devices responsible for managing the operation of a system or subsystem. For the purposes of this bulletin, the term ?ECU? is used as a generic label for the following SAE J1930 standard references: ? Powertrain Control Module (PCM) ? Engine Control Module (ECM) ? Transmission Control Module (TCM) ? Any other Toyota specific control unit
T-SB-0312-172018-11-05. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0034-14. ? The Parts Information section has been updated. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0034-14 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. Some 2012 ? 2014 model year Camry vehicles with a U760 transmission may exhibit a brief shudder intermittently while driving under light loads between approximately 25 and 50 mph. The torque converter and Engine Control Module/ECM (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) logic has been modified to reduce the possibility of this condition occurring. Follow the Repair Procedure below to address this condition.
T-TT-0086-112018-04-23. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. TechTip: Condition - The vehicle may be difficult to start or have an abnormally low or rough idle after the battery has been disconnected or power to the Engine ECM has been interrupted.
T-SB-0036-13 Rev2018-04-23. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for inspecting and adjusting World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) level at normal vehicle operating temperature. Note: The following adjustment procedures are for U660E/F and U760E/F transmissions.
T-SB-0247-122018-04-23. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Some 2012 ? 2013 model year Camry and 2013 model year Venza vehicles equipped with 2GR-FE engines may exhibit a MIL ?ON? condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P219A or P219B present. The Engine Control Module/ECM (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) logic has been modified to reduce the possibility of this condition occurring. Please follow the repair procedure below to address this condition.
T-SB-0391-08 Rev2018-04-23. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. This bulletin contains general vehicle pulling diagnosis and repair procedures along with specific information to help correct pulling complaints.
T-SB-0034-14_Obs2018-04-23. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. TSB: Rev2_ OBSOLETE NOTICE November 16, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0312-17.
T-SB-0035-142018-04-02. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; POWER TRAIN. TSB: Some 2012 ? 2014 model year Camry and Camry HV vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission may exhibit a condition where the shifter assembly slide cover deforms and makes abnormal noise during operation. Use the following Repair Procedure to address this condition.
T-SB-0351-10 Rev2018-04-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. TSB: This bulletin supplements the Repair Manual procedures for transaxle removal and replacement, with details on the use of a new Engine Support Bar (ESB), SST P/N 00002-ESUPPT-01, to assist in the removal and installation of the transaxle assembly. With the use of the Engine Support Bar, it is no longer required for the engine assembly to be removed from the vehicle when removing and installing the transaxle assembly.
E03_Dealer Lette2018-04-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Dealer Letter: Background The subject vehicles may exhibit a brief intermittent shudder during torque converter flex lock up. This shudder may be observed while driving under light throttle conditions between approximately 25 ? 50 mph. Toyota has developed new Engine Control software logic to help prevent this condition from occurring.
T-TT-0242-132018-04-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; STEERING. Some customers have experienced amber colored oil like substance found on floor mats. Further investigation reveals the electric power steering column showing signs of the oiling substance leaking.
T-SB-0071-11 Rev2018-04-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL ?ON,? shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly
T-SB-0034-142018-04-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Some 2012 ? 2014 Camry vehicles with a U760 transmission may exhibit a brief shudder intermittently while driving under light loads between approximately 25 and 50 mph. The torque converter and Engine Control Module/ECM (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) logic have been modified to reduce the possibility of this condition occurring. Please follow the Repair Procedure below to address this condition.
T-SB-0036-13 Rev2018-04-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. This bulletin includes basic procedures for inspecting and adjusting World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) level at normal vehicle operating temperature.
ZE5_Dealer Packa2018-04-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Dealer Package: Date 02/15/18 ZE5 previously stated that LSC E03 had to be completed prior to performing ZE5. LSC E03 is now expired and is no longer a prerequisite for ZE5. Language stating this requirement has been removed.
ZE5_Toyota POL142018-04-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Warranty Policy Bulletin: Toyota has received some reports where vehicles may exhibit a brief intermittent shudder during torque converter flex lock up. This shudder may be observed while driving under light throttle conditions between approximately 25 ? 50 mph.
ZE5_Toyota POL142018-04-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. Warranty Bulletin Policy: Toyota has received some reports where vehicles may exhibit a brief intermittent shudder during torque converter flex lock up. This shudder may be observed while driving under light throttle conditions between approximately 25 - 50 mph.
ZE5_Dealer Packa2018-03-12. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER. Dealer Package: Date 02/15/18 ZE5 previously stated that LSC E03 had to be completed prior to performing ZE5. LSC E03 is now expired and is no longer a prerequisite for ZE5. Language stating this requirement has been removed.
ZE5_Toyota POL142018-03-12. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER. Warranty Policy Bulletin: Toyota has received some reports where vehicles may exhibit a brief intermittent shudder during torque converter flex lock up. This shudder may be observed while driving under light throttle conditions between approximately 25 ? 50 mph.
ZE5_Toyota POL142018-03-12. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER. Warranty Bulletin Policy: Toyota has received some reports where vehicles may exhibit a brief intermittent shudder during torque converter flex lock up. This shudder may be observed while driving under light throttle conditions between approximately 25 ? 50 mph.
T-SB-0045-152017-08-14. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER. TSB: Some 2012 - 2014 model year Camry vehicles with a U760 transmission may exhibit a brief shudder intermittently while driving under light loads between approximately 40 - 80 kph (25 and 50 mph). The torque converter and Engine Control Module/ECM (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) logic have been modified to reduce the possibility of this condition occurring. Please follow the Repair Procedure below to address this condition.
T-SB-0034-14 Rev2017-08-14. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). TSB: Some 2012 - 2014 Camry vehicles with a U760 transmission may exhibit a brief shudder intermittently while driving under light loads between approximately 25 and 50 mph. The torque converter and Engine Control Module/ECM (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) logic have been modified to reduce the possibility of this condition occurring. Please follow the Repair Procedure below to address this condition.
T-SB-0034-14 Rev2017-08-14. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); POWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER. TSB: Some 2012 - 2014 Camry vehicles with a U760 transmission may exhibit a brief shudder intermittently while driving under light loads between approximately 25 and 50 mph. The torque converter and Engine Control Module/ECM (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) logic have been modified to reduce the possibility of this condition occurring. Please follow the Repair Procedure below to address this condition.
T-SB-0045-152017-08-14. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). TSB: Some 2012 - 2014 model year Camry vehicles with a U760 transmission may exhibit a brief shudder intermittently while driving under light loads between approximately 40 - 80 kph (25 and 50 mph). The torque converter and Engine Control Module/ECM (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) logic have been modified to reduce the possibility of this condition occurring. Please follow the Repair Procedure below to address this condition.
T-SB-0069-142017-08-01. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. TSB: Some 2012 - 2014 Camry vehicles equipped with a U760 transaxle may exhibit a high-pitched whine noise that is most noticeable at a steady speed between 40 - 70 mph. A modified transmission control cable has been developed to reduce the possibility of this condition occurring. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to improve this condition.

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