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-0391-08 Rev | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. This bulletin contains general vehicle pulling diagnosis and repair procedures along with specific information to help correct pulling complaints. |
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| T-SB-0033-13 | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Some customers may inquire about the frequency and power output of the Smart Key/Smart Entry systems used on various models. The Smart Key/Smart Entry systems conform to all applicable FCC rules. This bulletin details the applicable specifications for these systems. |
| T-TT-0005-10 | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Starting with 2010 Model Year, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0W-20 viscosity engine oil. There a re man benefits of this oil. |
| T-SB-0030-12 Rev | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0051-13. |
| T-SB-0051-13 | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. 2012-2013 model year vehicles equipped with a Display Audio Navigation System and Entune (version less than 2.2.0) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions. |
| T-SB-0046-13 | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Some 2012 model year Camry and Camry HV vehicles may exhibit a wear mark down the center of the sliding roof sunshade caused by repeated opening and closing. An updated sunshade is available to address this condition. Follow this bulletin to replace the sunshade. |
| T-SB-0041-13 | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Immediately following a cold soak startup, some 2009 ? 2013 model year vehicles equipped with 1AR-FE or 2AR-FE engines may exhibit a brief knock/rattle noise from the engine compartment for approximately one second. Follow the repair procedure below to address this condition. |
| T-TT-0288-14 | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Prior to installing remanufactured U660 and U760 transaxles, it is necessary to remove the lower oil cooler tube union from the original transaxle case and install it into the reman unit. A NEW O-ring and printed installation instructions are supplied in separate bag with the reman unit. An instruction tag is also affixed to the unit. |
| T-SB-0016-14 | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID. Some 2012 ? 2014 model year North American Production (NAP) Camry and Camry HV vehicles without a factory installed spoiler may exhibit a condition where the holding performance of the trunk lid is unsatisfactory when the vehicle is on an extreme incline. Use the following bulletin to address this condition. |
| T-SB-0229-12_Rev | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 22, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2014 ? 2018 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. In the event that a Toyota vehicle becomes submerged in water, many components may be physically damaged. Electrical and electronic components, including wiring harnesses, are particularly susceptible to corrosion and subsequent malfunction. Although any flooding can be damaging, salt water flooding elevates the potential for abnormal conditions and may increase risks due to its highly corrosive and conductive nature. Salt residue also continues to corrode and remain conductive even after a vehicle dries. This bulletin is intended to assist with safe handling and inspection of flood damaged vehicles and to provide basic guidance on likely needed repairs. |
| T-SB-0133-14_Obs | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 16, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0294-17. |
| T-SB-0034-14_Obs | 2018-04-23. 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-0012-13 Rev | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE: September 14, 2016: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0134-16. |
| T-SB-0142-13 Rev | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 10, 2016 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year Toyota vehicles. ? Parts Information section has been updated. Some 2004 ? 2017 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit odors naturally occurring from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors. Although there is no way to eliminate these odors, follow the General Procedure in this bulletin to minimize the odors experienced. |
| T-TT-0294-14 | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Tech Tip: Greenhouse Gas Logic (GHG) has been implemented on Toyota A/C Systems to reduce tailpipe emissions. The Federal government issues CAFÉ (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) credits to vehicle manufacturers that implement new technologies that reduce the carbon footprint of the vehicles they produce. GHG Logic technology works by automatically operating the HVAC system in REC mode when certain conditions are met, improving the A/C system cooling efficiency and reducing the vehicle's CO2 tailpipe emissions. |
| T-TT-0293-14 | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Tech Tip: Safety Connect is a vehicle option which requires a subscription fee for the system to be active. The first year of service is provided in the vehicle purchase price. Once the subscription has lapsed the DCM will be in an inactive state. In some instances, a DCM may need to be replaced even though the customer is not using the service. |
| T-TT-0010-10 Rev | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; ENGINE. Tech Tip: Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit) and/or P0340 (Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit) due to inconsistent rotational speed of the engine's crankshaft. |
| T-SB-0035-14 | 2018-04-02. 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-0086-12 OBS | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE - April 30, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. |
| T-SB-0012-13 Rev | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the 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. |
| T-TT-0246-13 Rev | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Tech Tip: Tips for writing a DPR (Dealer Product Report) on manufacturing issues for windows and windshields. |
| T-TT-0262-13 Rev | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Tech Tip: Starting with the 2010 Model Year, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w20 viscosity engine oil. There are multiple benefits of this oil including: Reduced friction and wear on engine surfaces, Improved fuel economy, Reduction in waste oil stream (in vehicles approved for 10,000 mile oil change intervals), Reduced maintenance cost (in vehicles approved for 10,000 mile oil change intervals). Due to the improved performance and durability of 0w20 synthetic oil, Toyota has extended the oil change intervals to 10,000 mile for most vehicles that require this oil. With this change, the following should be noted: The 2TR-FE (4Runner/Tacoma) and the 3UR-FBE (Flex Fuel Tundra/Sequoia) are the exceptions to this new change interval program; these engines have not been approved for the 10,000 mile interval at this time. A 5,000 mile oil change interval is still required for these vehicles. Also, the Flex Fuel 3UR-FBE requires a 2,500 mile interval when operated on E85 50% of the time or more. Only Toyota vehicles in which 0w20 oil is mandatory (except for the 2TR-FE & 3UR-FBE Engines) have been approved for extended oil change intervals. Vehicles in which 0w-20 is an option to 5w20 (or 5w30) will continue to require 5,000 mile change intervals, even if 0w20 oil is used. In case of vehicles with 10,000 mile oil change intervals, the 5,000 mile service interval has not been eliminated. The traditional 5,000 mile maintenance procedures (such as tire rotation) will continue to be required, and the fluid levels (including engine oil) will need to be checked and adjusted at this time. If the vehicle operation meets the standard criteria for "Special Operating Conditions" such as: driving off-road, on dirt roads, towing a trailer, making repeated short trips under 32 degrees F, or extensive idling, the engine oil must be replaced at 5,000 mile intervals, regardless of oil used. |
| T-TT-0180-12 Rev | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Tech Tip: When replacing the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) or Navigation Unit (Navi Unit) follow the instructions below: |
| T-SB-003-01 - OB | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 7, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. |
| T-SB-0351-10 Rev | 2018-04-02. 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. |
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