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Service bulletins for the 2013 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.

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

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T-SB-0142-13 Rev2017-08-14. 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-0029-152017-08-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. TSB: Some 2010 - 2013 model year Highlander vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the driver side or passenger side Sun Visor may move from the stowed position, or may not completely stow flush against the headliner. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this concern.
T-SB-0025-152017-08-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Batteries can become discharged due to an extended storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, or while demonstrating vehicle features and benefits in the sales process. Battery inspection and maintenance are required in order to ensure proper operation and optimal battery life. As described in this bulletin, operating the engine for 30 minutes after 60 days in storage and every 30 days thereafter will help to maintain battery State of Charge (SOC). This process supplements other movements of the vehicle as it is staged, and has specific restrictions on how maintenance is to be done. Also described in this bulletin are 2 other approved methods for maintaining battery State of Charge.
T-SB-0083-13 Rev2017-08-14. 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.
ZF1_CSP_Dealer L2017-08-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. DL: In our continuing efforts to help ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for Sun Visor Assemblies on Certain 2010 to 2013 Model Year Highlander vehicles. In these vehicles, Toyota has received some reports where the vehicle's sun visor does not retain the closed stored position and slowly rotates downward. Although the Sun Visor Assembly is covered by Toyota's New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers ownership experience. Toyota is now extending the warranty coverage for repairs related to the sun visor to address the condition described above. The following vital information is provided to inform you and your staff of the program notification schedule and your degree of involvement.
ZF1_CSP_Region L2017-08-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. RL: In our continuing efforts to help ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for Sun Visor Assemblies on Certain 2010 to 2013 Model Year Highlander vehicles. In these vehicles, Toyota has received some reports where the vehicle's sun visor does not retain the closed stored position and slowly rotates downward. Although the Sun Visor Assembly is covered by Toyota's New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers ownership experience. Toyota is now extending the warranty coverage for repairs related to the sun visor to address the condition described above.
T-TT-0344-152017-08-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. TT: iPhone text messages do not appear on multimedia display.
T-SB-0029-15 Rev2017-08-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. TSB: Some 2010 - 2013 model year Highlander vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the driver side or passenger side Sun Visor may move from the stowed position, or may not completely stow flush against the headliner. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this concern.
T-SB-0038-152017-08-14. 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-0050-152017-08-14. Service bulletin. ENGINE. TSB: Some 2011 - 2015 model year Highlander HV vehicles may exhibit a condition of MIL "ON" with DTC(s) P2111 and/or P0A0F after a cold soak. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
T-SB-0043-14 Rev2017-08-14. 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.
T-TT-0234-132017-08-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). Tech Tip: Since MY 2011, several different update or upgrade USB SSTs have been issued for Toyota audio and navigation systems.
T-SB-0200-08 Rev2017-08-01. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers on 2006 - 2014 model year automatic transmissions.
T-SB-0134-142017-08-01. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. TSB: The purpose of this 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-0132-142017-08-01. Service bulletin. SEATS. TSB: Some 2012 - 2013 model year Highlander vehicles may exhibit difficulty when folding down or stowing the third row seat assembly due to binding between the seat frame and the banana bracket guide in the seat assembly.
T-TT-0309-142017-08-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). Tech Tip: Some customers may experience Bluetooth disconnections or loss of SMS Text Message Functionality on the navigation/audio system with Android phones running OS 4.4 or later. Condition tends to occur to customers who have many previous text messages on their phones.
T-TT-0307-142017-08-01. 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-0260-08 Rev2017-08-01. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers on 2006 -2014 model year remanufactured automatic transmissions.
T-SB-0014-11 Rev2017-08-01. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing washers can cause damage to the torque converter assembly.
T-SB-0006-11 Rev2017-08-01. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES; POWER TRAIN. TSB: World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) was introduced to reduce maintenance costs and increase the mileage between scheduled maintenance checks. Here are some important tips when working with ATF-WS in Toyota vehicles requiring it's use.
T-SB-0150-142017-08-01. 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-0374-15 REV2017-04-07. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT. "TT: SINCE MY 2011, SEVERAL DIFFERENT UPDATE OR UPGRADE USB SSTS HAVE BEEN ISSUED FOR TOYOTA AUDIO AND NAVIGATION SYSTEMS. REFER TO THE CHART BELOW FOR A COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF ALL CURRENT AND PREVIOUSLY ISSUED USB SSTS AND THEIR APPLICABILITY. "
T-TT-0268-13 REV2017-04-07. 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-SB-0044-162017-04-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TSB: ON SOME VEHICLES, WHEN RAPGARD™ IS REMOVED, THE PAINT MAY HAVE A STAINED APPEARANCE. THESE STAINS APPEAR TO BE UNDER THE CLEAR COAT (REPAINTING THIS AREA IS NOT NECESSARY). THE STAIN PATTERNS ARE USUALLY UNDER WRINKLES IN THE RAPGARD™. THESE WRINKLES SOMETIMES TRAP WATER AND CAUSE THE PAINT TO STAIN FROM THE TRAPPED MOISTURE, ESPECIALLY ON HORIZONTAL SURFACES, SUCH AS THE HOOD, ROOF, AND TRUNK. STAINS CAN BE REMOVED BY HEATING THE STAINED SURFACE TO REMOVE THE TRAPPED MOISTURE.
T-SB-0051-13 REV2017-03-29. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT. TSB: AUGUST 19, 2015: THIS BULLETIN IS NOW OBSOLETE. PLEASE SEE T-SB-0061-15

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