Service bulletins for the 2009 Toyota Highlander
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.
312 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| TT-0307-14 Rev2 | 2017-08-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. TT: Some customers may encounter various Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0 and later. Conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iPhone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed through the audio/navigation system, and the inability to place a hands free phone call using the audio/navigation system. |
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| T-TT-307-14 Rev1 | 2017-08-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). TT: Customers complain of various Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0 and later. Conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iPhone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed through the audio/navigation system, and the inability to place a hands free phone call using the audio/navigation system. |
| T-SB-0091-12 Rev | 2017-08-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-June 12, 2015: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0038-15. |
| T-SB-0038-15 | 2017-08-14. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TSB: Some 2008 - 2013 model year Highlander and Highlander HV vehicles may exhibit a condition where the Power Back Door does NOT close properly. The back door may get to the fully closed position and then reverse to the open position. In cases where the Power Back Door does close, a pop or clunk noise may also be heard when the back door latch reaches the striker during the power close function. In some cases, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) B2222 and/or U0230 may be present. Use the following information to inspect the Power Back Door and address this condition. NOTICE The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide repair instructions for the Power Back Door. It enhances the durability of the Power Back Door when using the Power Close function. When the Power Close function is used, if objects or cargo continually interferes with the closure of the back door, damage to the back door and/or back door hinges may occur. To minimize the possibility of damage occurring, before closing the Power Back Door, customers should always confirm that objects in the cargo area will not impede or interfere with the closing operation of the back door. Additionally, customers should not use any part of their body to intentionally activate the Jam Protection function of the Power Back Door. Please see the Owner's Manual for additional information on the Power Back Door Jam Protection function. |
| T-TT-307-14 Rev1 | 2017-08-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. TT: Customers complain of various Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0 and later. Conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iPhone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed through the audio/navigation system, and the inability to place a hands free phone call using the audio/navigation system. |
| T-TT-0268-13 Rev | 2017-08-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. 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. |
| TT-0307-14 Rev2 | 2017-08-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. TT: Some customers may encounter various Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0 and later. Conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iPhone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed through the audio/navigation system, and the inability to place a hands free phone call using the audio/navigation system. |
| T-SB-0101-11 Rev | 2017-08-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components. |
| T-SB-0142-13 Rev | 2017-08-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. TSB: Some 2004 - 2015 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-SB-0083-13 Rev | 2017-08-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. TSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts. |
| T-SB-0091-12 Rev | 2017-08-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-June 12, 2015: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0038-15. |
| T-SB-0038-15 | 2017-08-14. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TSB: Some 2008 - 2013 model year Highlander and Highlander HV vehicles may exhibit a condition where the Power Back Door does NOT close properly. The back door may get to the fully closed position and then reverse to the open position. In cases where the Power Back Door does close, a pop or clunk noise may also be heard when the back door latch reaches the striker during the power close function. In some cases, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) B2222 and/or U0230 may be present. Use the following information to inspect the Power Back Door and address this condition. NOTICE The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide repair instructions for the Power Back Door. It enhances the durability of the Power Back Door when using the Power Close function. When the Power Close function is used, if objects or cargo continually interferes with the closure of the back door, damage to the back door and/or back door hinges may occur. To minimize the possibility of damage occurring, before closing the Power Back Door, customers should always confirm that objects in the cargo area will not impede or interfere with the closing operation of the back door. Additionally, customers should not use any part of their body to intentionally activate the Jam Protection function of the Power Back Door. Please see the Owner?s Manual for additional information on the Power Back Door Jam Protection function. |
| T-SB-0043-14 Rev | 2017-08-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. 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. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to reset a vehicle Immobilizer or Smart Key system. NOTE: There are new security provisions required to obtain a Reset Pass-Code. It is critical that the instructions for this new process are reviewed BEFORE attempting to get a Pass-Code in the new system. |
| ER10_Remail_Deal | 2017-08-01. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY; EQUIPMENT; SEAT BELTS; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Dealer Letter: Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements but also is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. We request your assistance in completing the applicable campaign repairs as owners receive the Follow-Up Notice and contact your dealership. Please note the follow-up activity may cause an increase in your current campaign owner appointments. Toyota will continue with additional follow-up activities in the months to come. Please take this into consideration when analyzing your manpower requirements. |
| ER10_Remail_Regi | 2017-08-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; SEAT BELTS; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. |
| T-TT-0307-14 | 2017-08-01. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). Tech Tip: Customer complains of carious Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0 and later. Conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iPhone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed through the audio/navigation system, and the inability to place a hands free phone call using the audio/navigation system. |
| T-SB-0150-14 | 2017-08-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TSB: The purpose of this general information Service Bulletin is to announce sub-component diagnosis and replacement is now available for the Hybrid Transaxle assembly equipped on 2007 - 2011 model year Camry HV, 2006 - 2015 model year Highlander HV, 2010 - 2015 model year Prius, and 2012 - 2015 model year Prius PHV and Prius V vehicles. |
| T-TT-0268-13 REV | 2017-04-07. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. "TT: SOME CUSTOMERS MAY ENCOUNTER BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY CONCERNS SUCH AS: • DIFFICULTY PAIRING THE PHONE. • INTERMITTENT BLUETOOTH FAILURE TO CONNECT WHEN FIRST TURNING ON THE VEHICLE. • VARIOUS BLUETOOTH AUDIO FUNCTIONS ARE NO LONGER FUNCTIONING WITH THE CUSTOMER’S PHONE, SUCH AS THE 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-0360-15 | 2017-03-28. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT. TT: CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE CONNECTIVITY ISSUES WHEN THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS ARE MET: THE CUSTOMER'S IPHONE IS OPERATING ON IOS9 FIRMWARE. THE CUSTOMER'S IPHONE IS CONNECTED TO THE VEHICLE VIA BLUETOOTH. THE CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: WHEN RECEIVING TWO INCOMING CALLS SIMULTANEOUSLY, BOTH CALLS ARE ENDED AUTOMATICALLY. ITUNES RADIO APP DOES NOT PLAY VIA BLUETOOTH AUDIO. PODCAST AND AUDIOBOOK MEDIA PLAYBACK IS INOPERATIVE VIA BLUETOOTH AUDIO. |
| T-TT-0381-16 | 2017-03-21. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TECH TIP: SOME CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY PROGRAMMING HOMELINK. |
| T-TT-0395-16 | 2017-02-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TT: HV BATTERIES HAVE LIQUID FILLED CELL MODULES, TO PREVENT LEAKAGE FROM CELLS, IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO CONFIRM THE PROPER ORIENTATION MARK OF THE DRC. |
| T-TT-0268-13 | 2016-04-12. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. |
| TC13-019 | 2016-04-12. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. |
| T-TT-0051-10 | 2016-04-12. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. |
| TC-14-032 | 2014-12-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TOYOTA: ON SOME VEHICLES, INFORMATION BEING SENT OUT REGARDING INSTALLATION OF SMART STOP TECHNOLOGY. MODEL YEARS 2003-2010 COROLLA, COROLLA MATRIX, LAND CRUISER, HIGHLANDER RAV4, 4RUNNER, TUNDRA. *PE |
The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.