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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-0197-17_Rev2018-06-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: REVISION NOTICE May 08, 2018 Rev1: * Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year Toyota vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Hybrid vehicles are equipped with two types of batteries: * Hybrid Vehicle (HV) battery - Auxiliary (12V) battery If the hybrid vehicle is put into storage, the State-Of-Charge (SOC) of its HV battery and auxiliary battery will gradually decrease. To prevent the auxiliary battery from becoming discharged during storage, proper maintenance is necessary. Perform the following maintenance service for the HV battery and auxiliary battery. NOTE - BEFORE disconnecting the auxiliary battery, confirm the shift lever is in the "P" position and apply the parking brake completely. The shift lever CANNOT be shifted from the "P" position with the auxiliary battery disconnected. * If the negative (-) terminal of the auxiliary battery is reconnected, even if the power button is in the Start mode, the hybrid system may NOT start. In this case, push the Power button and select the Start mode again to start the hybrid system (the Ready light is ON). If the hybrid system still does NOT start (the Ready light is OFF), refer to the Repair Manual.
T-TT-0472-172018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. TT: Some customers may experience an inoperative Entune? Apps Suite after connecting an Apple device with iOS version 11.2 or later via USB tethering.
T-TT-0469-172018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH. TT: After the DCM (Data Communication Module) has been replaced, Toyota Entune Remote is unable to remote unlock/lock the doors or remote start the vehicle.
T-SB-0330-172018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). TSB: Some 2018 model year Camry vehicles may exhibit a shift shock when shifting from Park to Reverse on initial startup or a delay/shock when reaccelerating quickly after slowing down to a stop or near stop. The Engine Control Module (ECM) (SAE term: Powertrain Module [PCM]) logic has been updated to address this condition. Follow the Repair Procedure below to address this condition.
T-SB-0323-172018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). TSB: Some 2018 model year Camry vehicles equipped with four-cylinder engines may exhibit a MIL ?ON? condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P26CB71 (Electric Water Pump Speed Stuck). The Engine Control Module (ECM) (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module [PCM]) logic has been modified to address this condition. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
T-SB-0229-12_Rev2018-04-23. 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-0316-172018-04-23. Service bulletin. ENGINE. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2017 model year Tacoma, 2017 model year Sienna and Highlander, and 2018 model year Camry vehicles equipped with a 2GR-FKS engine may exhibit a knocking noise from the vacuum pump. Follow the Repair Procedure below to address this condition.
T-SB-0204-17_Rev2018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 14, 2017 Rev2: ? The Warranty Information, Before Inspection, and Road Test sections have been updated. July 11, 2017 Rev1: ? The Warranty Information and Before Inspection sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying our 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 (including interior light, clock, and radio reset). ?Interior cleanliness. ? Proper function of mechanical systems. A new PDS Check Sheet has been developed for the 2018 model year Camry/Camry HV. Some check points have been added, expanded, or clarified. Bulletins are available for items in bold type.
T-SB-0018-182018-04-23. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER. TSB: Some 2018 model year Camry vehicles equipped with four-cylinder engines may exhibit a MIL ?ON? condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P07407E (Torque Converter Clutch Actuator Stuck On). The Engine Control Module (ECM) (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module [PCM]) logic has been modified to address this condition. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
T-SB-0293-172018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. TSB: Some 2018 model year Camry and Camry HV vehicles may exhibit a condition where the volume cannot be changed from level 41 in any mode or intermittently there is no sound until the vehicle is restarted.
T-SB-0285-172018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). TSB: Some 2018 model year Camry and Camry HV vehicles equipped with Entune? 3.0 Audio Plus (version 1004 or earlier) or Entune? 3.0 Premium Audio (version 1000 or earlier) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ? Abnormal display operation in the destination screen after ?IG-ON? ? Abnormal turn-by-turn direction operation ? Inaccurate traffic information displayed ? Abnormal navigation routing ? Abnormal destination and ETA operation while navigation is operating ? Abnormal rerouting operation ? Abnormal navigation operation after ?IG-OFF/ON? cycle ? Navigation will not avoid areas that have been set to avoid ? Intermittent rebooting ? Navigation will not set from Destination Assist ? Navigation will intermittently not boot up after ?IG-ON? ? Abnormal operation when selecting unplayable songs from USB drive ? Abnormal screen appearance ? Abnormal music browsing when manually browsing music ? Apps take a long time to load ? Abnormal shuffle function when listening to iPhone ? Voice output for temperature is incorrect unit ? Rebooting when connecting an Apple® device with more than 501 podcasts ? Abnormal brightness of Entune? Apps ? Voice Recognition inoperative ? Delay after answering a phone call ? Incoming call continues to ring (unable to answer or decline). A software update is now available to address these conditions. Follow the Software Update Procedure in this bulletin to update the software.
T-SB-0274-172018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TSB: Some Japan produced 2018 model year Camry and Camry HV vehicles equipped with Entune? 3.0 Audio (version 1000) or earlier may experience one or both of the following conditions: ? Bluetooth continuously connects and disconnects ? EntuneTM Apps Voice Recognition is inoperative A software update is now available to address these conditions. Follow the Software Update Procedure in this bulletin to update the software.
T-SB-0233-17_Rev2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. TSB: REVISION NOTICE August 14, 2017 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to exclude 2018 model year Avalon vehicles. The Repair Procedure section has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. NOTE This Service Bulletin ONLY applies to models equipped with Service Connect and Entune 3.0 Audio Plus or Entune 3.0 Premium Audio. When a maintenance alert occurs, a message displays on the head unit with the ?Call Dealer? button. It is important to program the dealer contact information into the head unit to ensure that the customer can schedule service.
T-TT-0420-16_Rev2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. TT: Techstream cannot perform a DCM (Telematics ECU) Activation following a DCM replacement. Techstream may exhibit an ?ATX web service unavailable? error or similar message when attempting a DCM activation. This is a known condition and will be remedied in the near future.
T-TT-0451-172018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TT: Some customers may experience greyed out buttons or inactive screens (lockouts) while driving. This is to promote safe driving practices and reduce the amount of distractions while driving. These lockouts cannot be deactivated or defeated through any settings.
T-TT-0450-172018-04-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. 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-SB-0218-17_Rev2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; AIR BAGS. TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 20, 2017 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to exclude 2007 ? 2017 model year Avanza vehicles. Some hazardous material treatment and handling regulations at the state and local level define the pre-disposal deployment of airbag and pre-tensioner assemblies as hazardous material treatment. Hazardous material treatment may require special training, certification or licensing in certain areas. TMS recommends that dealership personnel carefully review and follow ALL local and state regulations, and where necessary, contract with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Licensed Hazardous Waste Transportation and Disposal facilities.
T-SB-0235-17_Rev2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 20, 2017 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to exclude 2018 model year Avalon vehicles. An initialization procedure is required to activate the Entune? App Suite Connect for Entune? 3.0 Audio, Entune? 3.0 Audio Plus and Entune? 3.0 Premium Audio head units before they are used for the first time on new vehicles.
T-TT-0432-17_Rev2018-04-02. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM. TT: Rev2 Some Customers may complain about a Hybrid Vehicle Battery cooling system warning message. This warning message may appear when the HV Battery cooling system loses efficiency due to debris on the filter and or some object obstructing the air inlet. Refer to the information below to address this issue.
T-SB-0197-172018-04-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. TSB: Hybrid vehicles are equipped with 2 types of batteries: ? Hybrid Vehicles (HV) battery. ? Auxiliary (12V) battery. If the hybrid vehicle is put into storage, the State-Of-Charge (SOC) of its HV battery and auxiliary battery will gradually decrease. To prevent the auxiliary battery from becoming discharged during storage, proper maintenance is necessary.
T-SB-0196-172018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. 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 system and components. Any problems that are found should be corrected immediately.
T-SB-0204-172018-04-02. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying our new car customers. Customer feedback indicates the following areas deserve special attention when performing PDS: Careful inspection of paint chips/scratches and body dents/dings, Proper operation of electrical accessories (including interior light, clock, and radio reset), Interior cleanliness, Proper function of mechanical systems.
T-SB-0203-172018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. TSB: 2018 Pre-Delivery Service Check List
T-SB-0188-172018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. TSB: 2018 model year vehicles are equipped with driver?s side floor mat retaining clips to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may utilize retaining clips for passenger side and rear seat floor mats as well. Follow the appropriate Installation Procedure to attach the driver?s side, and if applicable the passenger?s side and rear seat floor mats to the vehicle carpet using the floor mat retaining clips during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS).
T-TT-0435-172018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). TT: This bulletin is regarding best practices when handling navigation systems that use Hard Disc Drive or Micro SD Card memory.

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