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Service bulletins for the 2018 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.

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

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T-SB-0052-18_Rev2020-04-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Some 2018 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, and Sienna Japan-produced vehicles equipped with Entune? 3.0 Audio (version 1000) or earlier may exhibit one or both of the following conditions: ?Bluetooth® continuously connects and disconnects ?Inoperative Entune? voice recognition Some 2018 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, and Sienna vehicles equipped with Entune? 3.0 Audio (version 1021) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Unable to update radio ?Software Information screen displays in French ?Phone Number Favorites missing from Home screen ?Intermittent radio freezing ?Terms of Service has garbled characters ?Incorrect Entune? application is recommended for installation on the phone after Bluetooth® pairing ?Certain apps disappear when reordered Some 2018 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, and Sienna vehicles equipped with Entune? 3.0 Audio (version 1022) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Intermittent ?There Are No Applications Available? pop-up ?Incoming voice is muted during phone call?Cancel button inoperative while downloading apps ?Voice recognition for iPod is inoperative after adding playlist to device ?Intermittent Bluetooth audio connection ?Software version does not update if the IG is turned off during software update ?Apps version is not displayed ?USB screen is not available ?Update history shows UTC date rather than time-zone-corrected date ?Update history is temporarily not displayed ?Abnormal voice recognition operation during hands-free phone call ?Incorrect phone book sorting ?Difficult to read the DCM status when dark theme selected ?Entune? update pop-up appears after downloading and installing Entune? A software update is now available to address these conditions, while providing other functional and security enhancements.
T-SB-0041-19_Rev2020-04-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: Some 2018 ? 2019 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, and Sienna vehicles equipped with Entune? 3.0 Audio Plus (version 1010) or Entune? 3.0 Premium Audio (version 1010) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Abnormal navigation operation ?Screen freezing ?Intermittent rebooting ?Abnormal clock operation ?Abnormal Apple CarPlay® operation ?Echoing during Apple CarPlay® phone call ?Abnormal Pandora® operation after answering WhatsApp phone call ?Alexa® app inoperative when using iOS devices ?Intermittent rebooting ?Navigation location inaccurate ?Too many or inconvenient U-turns ?Inaccurate speed categories ?Inaccurate search matches ?Flashing map update screen A software update is now available to address these conditions. Follow the Software Update Procedure in this bulletin to update the software.
T-TT-0442-17_Rev2019-12-16. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). TT: Safety Connect is a vehicle option which requires a subscription fee for the system to be active after the initial trial period. Once the subscription has expired the DCM (Telematics Transceiver) 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. If registration of the replacement DCM part is attempted using the Techstream utility after the account has become inactive, the registration will fail, and messages such as ?ATX webserver is Down? or ?ATX error? will be displayed.
T-TT-0566-192019-09-16. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. TT: Some vehicles may display an error message that displays "New software is not compatible with the system. Contact your dealer." after the Display Control Unit (DCU) or navigation Multimedia Extension Unit (MEU) is replaced if the Phase 3 (CarPlay) retrofit is not applied prior to replacement. Panasonic exchange MEU and DCU parts are now being shipped with Phase 3 software installed.
T-SB-0055-19_Rev2019-09-16. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TSB: REVISION NOTICE August 09, 2019 Rev2: ? Step 25 of the Software Update Procedure section has been updated with a Note. May 28, 2019 Rev1: ? The Introduction and Software Update Procedure sections have been updated and the Software Download and Extraction Procedure has been added. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. The procedure in this Service Bulletin is a full reformat of the multimedia system. Failure to follow the procedure exactly as written may cause damage to the head unit. This reformatting changes the system from a Phase 2 to a Phase 3 system, which includes Apple CarPlay® and Amazon Alexa?. The reformat requires all linked files and folders extracted from the zip file to be placed onto the root directory of the USB flash drive, otherwise damage to the head unit will occur. NOTE Performing this update may change certain head unit operation conditions. For a full list of changes, see System Limitations and FAQ.
T-TT-0553-192019-09-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. 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-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-TT-0549-192019-07-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TT: The new 12V Battery Warranty Testers (DSS-5000 & DCA-8000) require certain information to generate a test result and warranty code. Below is an explanation of what information is required when testing a 12V battery on the new Warranty Battery Testers.
T-SB-0055-19_Rev2019-06-24. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: Entune? 3.0 Audio is now available with additional features such as Apple CarPlay® and Amazon Alexa? for 2018 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, and Sienna vehicles. Follow the Software Update Procedure in this bulletin to install these new features. NOTE Performing this update may change certain head unit operation conditions. For a full list of changes, see System Limitations and FAQ.
T-SB-0057-19_Rev2019-06-24. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. TSB: REVISION NOTICE May 24, 2019 Rev1: ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. The procedure in this Service Bulletin is a full reformat of the multimedia system. Failure to follow the procedure exactly as written may cause damage to the head unit. This reformatting changes the system from a Phase 2 to a Phase 3 system, which includes Apple CarPlay® and Amazon Alexa?. This reformat requires all linked files and folders extracted from the zip file to be placed onto the root directory of the USB flash drive, otherwise damage to the head unit will occur. NOTE ? This procedure is a two-part process that includes an automatic file download from the USB flash drive once it is inserted into the USB port. Once the headlight flash step is performed, the system will begin the installation of the downloaded files. ? Performing this update may change certain head unit operation conditions. For a full list of changes, see System Limitations and FAQ. NOTICE Failure to follow the Software Update Procedure exactly as written may cause damage to the head unit.
T-SB-0055-192019-06-24. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: Entune? 3.0 Audio is now available with additional features such as Apple CarPlay® and Amazon Alexa? for 2018 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, and Sienna vehicles. Follow the Software Update Procedure in this bulletin to install these new features. NOTE Performing this update may change certain head unit operation conditions. For a full list of changes, see System Limitations and FAQ.
T-SB-0047-192019-05-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. TSB: Some 2018 ? 2019 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with the Entune? 3.0 Premium Audio 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. 2). 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. NOTE Map data is released once each year through the shipment of an SST USB flash drive to each dealer. The SST MUST be stored in the SST cabinet to ensure it can be easily found
J0R_Dealer Packa2019-05-13. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Dealer Packet: 04/16/2019 ? UIO quantities and production ranges have been updated to reflect added vehicles. The involved vehicles are equipped with Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS). Due to improper software programming in the ICS system, the ICS system may improperly activate when an involved vehicle enters certain types of carwash facilities and is placed into neutral. If the ICS system activates, the ICS system will exhibit warnings and the system may apply the brakes.
J0R_Region Lette2019-05-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; SERVICE BRAKES. Region Letter: 04/16/2019 ? UIO quantities and production ranges have been updated to reflect added vehicles. ? Op codes to cover specific instances of ICS ECU failure during reprogramming have been included. The involved vehicles are equipped with Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS). Due to improper software programming in the ICS system, the ICS system may improperly activate when an involved vehicle enters certain types of carwash facilities and is placed into neutral. If the ICS system activates, the ICS system will exhibit warnings and the system may apply the brakes.
J0R_Dealer Email2019-05-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; SERVICE BRAKES, AIR. Dealer Email: The involved vehicles are equipped with Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS). Due to improper software programming in the ICS system, the ICS system may improperly activate when an involved vehicle enters certain types of carwash facilities and is placed into neutral. If the ICS system activates, the ICS system will exhibit warnings and the system may apply the brakes.
J0R_Region Email2019-05-13. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Region Email: The involved vehicles are equipped with Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS). Due to improper software programming in the ICS system, the ICS system may improperly activate when an involved vehicle enters certain types of carwash facilities and is placed into neutral. If the ICS system activates, the ICS system will exhibit warnings and the system may apply the brakes.
J0R_Clearance Wa2019-05-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Technical Instructions: Update 4/9/2019: Note added on p. 5. TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN J0R INTELLIGENT CLEARANCE SONAR (ICS) SYSTEM REPROGRAM CERTAIN: 2018 CAMRY & CAMRY HYBRID 2016 ? 2018 PRIUS 2017 - 2018 PRIUS PRIME
K0A_Sienna Camry2019-05-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE. Technical Instructions: Update 4/5/2019: Note added on p. 6. TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0A ENGINE ECU SOFTWARE UPDATE CERTAIN 2018 CAMRY & 2018 SIEN
K0A_Dealer Lette2019-04-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Dealer Letter: The engine ECUs in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to monitor the rear oxygen sensors. Under a specific condition, this software may not detect a malfunctioning sensor due to an error in the software. As a result, affected vehicles do not meet certain onboard diagnostic (OBD) regulations.
T-TT-0414-16-Rev2019-03-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth® Audio functions are no longer functioning with customer?s phone such as ability to change the track using the steering wheel controls. These concerns can be caused by changes made on the customer?s phone. Make sure to inquire with the customer if the connectivity concerns occurred after receiving an operating system update on their phone, or if they have restored their phone data/settings recently.
T-TT-0511-18-Rev2019-03-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. TT: Vehicle control apps might not operate as expected at times due to preconditions (normal operating parameters) not being established, vehicle settings and/or network/cellular coverage concerns.
T-SB-0019-192019-03-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TSB: This bulletin details the supplemental procedure to confirm Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM) activation for applicable 2017 ? 2019 model year Toyota vehicles after the process is initiated by Techstream. The steps outlined in this bulletin include: ? Techstream Messages ? DCM Activation Confirmation ? Vehicle Confirmation
T-SB-0071-18_Rev2019-03-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE. TSB: REVISION NOTICE February 7, 2018 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year Avalon vehicles. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2018 model year Camry and 2019 model year Avalon vehicles equipped with 2GR-FKS (V6) engines may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). ? P030000 (Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected) ? P030027 (Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected [Emission] Signal Rate of Change Above Threshold) ? P030085 (Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected [Over Temperature] Signal Above Allowable Range) ? P030500 (Cylinder 5 Misfire Detected) ? P030600 (Cylinder 6 Misfire Detected) ? P160500 (Rough Idling) Common characteristics when the misfire occurs are: ? High engine speed (5000 ? 6500 rpm) ? High engine load (100%+) ? Accelerator pedal position at 100% The Engine Control Module (ECM) (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module [PCM]) logic has been modified to reduce the possibility of this condition. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
T-SB-0013-192019-02-19. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: Some 2016 - 2018 model year Prius and Tacoma, 2017 - 2018 model year Prius Prime and Sienna, and 2018 model year Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P261093 (ECM/PCM Engine Off Timer Performance No Operation) present. The Engine Control Module (ECM) (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) logic has been modified to reduce the possibility of this condition. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
J0R-Dealer Daily2019-01-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Dealer Daily Message: Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS) System Reprogram ? Special Service Campaign J0R Dealer Letter and Technical Instructions now available on TIS.

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