Service bulletins for the 2021 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.
231 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 22TC01 Team Memb | 2022-05-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. SSC: Toyota Over-The- Air (OTA) Pilot Program Team Members SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 22TC01 |
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| T-TT-0694-22 | 2022-05-16. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TT: After jump-starting, the vehicle may experience a no-start condition and multiple DTCs including U010087. Upon investigation, it is found that the engine ECU has been damaged and needs to be replaced (Fig 1). In several cases, it was found that the cause of the ECU damage was improper jump starting. Further investigation found that ECU damage may occur if the jumper cables are hooked up on or around the engine ECU or ECU mounting bracket |
| T-TT-0687-22 | 2022-04-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. TT: When customers have a concern about a discharged battery, no start, or general battery concern, the DCA-8000 is the only appropriate tool to use for diagnosis |
| T-TT-0686-22 | 2022-04-18. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. TT: The purpose of this Tech Tip is to provide diagnostic tips to prevent misdiagnosis of the following DTC?s and prevent repeat repairs. One or more of the Heated Oxygen Sensors (O2) or Air Fuel ratio sensor (A/F) DTCs below could set due to a leaking exhaust system. If you encounter a vehicle with any of these DTCs |
| T-TT-0685-22 | 2022-04-18. Service bulletin. ENGINE. TT: Some 2017-2022 Highlander, and 2017-2020 Sienna vehicles may experience an engine oil leak condition from the No.2 Oil pan. This issue is currently under investigation. Please take detailed pictures of the oil pan leak condition before repair |
| 22TC01 Team Memb | 2022-04-18. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SEAT BELTS. SSC: SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 22TC01 Over-the-Air (OTA) pilot program. This pilot program would enable you to complete Special Service Campaign 22TC01 for DCM (Data Communication Module) Reprogramming for Safety Connect, which includes your vehicle. With your active telematics account, you are encouraged to complete this campaign using this Over-the-Air (OTA) update by following these steps: 1) To complete this update, each Team Member will use the Toyota/Lexus App installed on their phone. 2) Within a few days of this E-Mail, we will send a notification to your Toyota/Lexus app to schedule and install the update on your vehicle. 3) Click on either the notification on your lock screen or the tile in the app to review the update and then continue in the App to approve the update. 4) The night after you approve the update, the telematics module will perform the update, and you will receive a confirmation notification through the app. |
| T-TT-0599-20 Rev | 2022-04-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 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 |
| 22TC01 Technical | 2022-03-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 22TC01 DATA COMMUNICATION MODULE (DCM) REPROGRAMMING CERTAIN 2021 MODEL YEAR C-HR, RAV4 PRIME, TUNDRA CERTAIN 2021-2022 4RUNNER, HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HV, PRIUS PRIME, SEQUOIA, TACOMA CERTAIN 2022 PRIUS |
| 22TC01 Region Le | 2022-03-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. RL: Due to improper programming of the Data Communication Module (DCM), which provides cellular communication in various situations, including emergencies, the driver and Safety Connect operator may not be able to hear each other?s voices during a Safety Connect call. |
| 22TC01 Dealer Le | 2022-03-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; AIR BAGS. DL: Due to improper programming of the Data Communication Module (DCM), which provides cellular communication in various situations, including emergencies, the driver and Safety Connect operator may not be able to hear each other?s voices during a Safety Connect call |
| T-SB-0008-22 | 2022-03-14. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; LANE DEPARTURE. TSB: Some 2020 ? 2021 model year Highlander Hybrid vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?The fuel gauge displays less than full when the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. ?The total amount of fuel dispensed while refueling is less than expected when the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. ?The Low Fuel warning light illuminates sooner than expected. Additionally, the distance to empty mileage displayed in the Multi-Information Display (MID) may be less than expected. To address these concerns an updated fuel tank, fuel gauge bracket, and fuel sender gauge assembly were developed. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to address these conditions |
| T-SB-0012-21 Rev | 2022-03-14. Service bulletin. SEATS. TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on horizontal surfaces such as the hood, roof, and trunk. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition |
| T-SB-0003-22 | 2022-02-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. TSB This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Electronic Wiring Diagram (EWD) and/or Repair Manual. |
| T-TT-0593-20 Rev | 2022-02-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TT: Some customers may experience the inability to activate Remote Connect or Remote Connect becoming inoperative when attempting to send commands to the vehicle. To simplify the diagnosis of this system and prevent the unnecessary replacement of parts, please refer to the procedure below. |
| Toyota PRO19-02 | 2022-02-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; WHEELS; TIRES. POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests it. Customers can find this information on the Owner?s section of Toyota.com. Dealers can locate a copy of this guide on the Claims Processing & Resource Center in Dealer Daily as well. |
| T-SB-0043-21 Rev | 2022-02-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AUX AUDIO JACK/PLUG; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. TSB: Some 2020 model year vehicles equipped with Audio Plus (version 1060) or Premium Audio (version 1060) or earlier may exhibit the following condition: ?Distorted screen when using Apple CarPlay® while making a hands-free phone call. Some 2020 model year vehicles equipped with Audio Plus (version 1021) or Premium Audio (version 1021) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Barge in function defaulted to OFF. ?Limited phone book grammar. ?Difficult Hand Free operation. ?Abnormal Electronic Owner?s Manual operation. ?Music does not automatically resume when using Android Auto?. ?Cover art is not displayed. ?Vehicle position is not sent to Destination Assist server. ?System inoperative after using the return button when using voice recognition. Some 2020 model year vehicles equipped with Audio Plus (version 1035) or Premium Audio (version 1035) or earlier may exhibit one or both of the following conditions: ?Abnormal screen play while using Apple CarPlay® (primarily during phone calls). ?Poor sound quality during phone calls while using Apple CarPlay®. Some 2020 model year vehicles equipped with Audio Plus (version 1047) or Premium Audio (version 1047) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?USB audio does not resume after ignition cycle. ?Intermittent rebooting. ?Bluetooth disconnecting during a phone call when using Apple CarPlay®. ?Intermittent screen freezing. ?Navigation intermittently will not boot up. ?Home Screen Audio widget is blank after a Destination Assist call. ?Song, artist, or album data missing. ?Abnormal clock operation. ?Apple CarPlay® intermittently inoperative. ?Radio takes a long time to boot up. A software update is now available to address these conditions. Follow the Software Update Procedure in this bulletin to update the software. |
| T-TT-0672-21 Rev | 2022-01-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. TT: Some 2021-2022 TMMK built vehicles with A25A-FKS/FXS engines may exhibit an oil leak from the No.2 Oil Pan. This issue is currently under investigation |
| T-SB-0104-21 | 2022-01-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; ENGINE. TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS, A25A-FXS, or M20A-FKS engine may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Milky/Discolored engine oil. ?An ?Oil Pressure Low? warning message on the Multi-information Display (MID). ?A MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P05202A (Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch "A" Signal Stuck in Range) and/or P052477 (Engine Oil Pressure too low [Severe]). Moisture from blow-by gases condenses and accumulates in the engine oil during short trips in extreme cold weather. When the moisture in the oil freezes, the oil pressure may drop, and the aforementioned warning indicators may display. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to address these conditions. |
| T-SB-0103-21 | 2022-01-18. Service bulletin. ENGINE. TSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 model year Highlander Hybrid vehicle customers may express a concern of engine noise on acceleration from 0 ? 45 mph. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. |
| T-SB-0094-21 | 2021-12-13. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This service bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare the interior of the vehicle prior to an odor remediation being performed, as well as contact information for an approved vendor who will arrange the remediation, and instructions on how to prepare the interior of the vehicle for reassembly once the remediation has been completed. Refer to all model and model year specific Repair Manuals and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) website for the most up-to-date safety and precautionary guidelines. This service bulletin is to provide a general overview and direction for the odor remediation process. |
| T-SB-0019-21 Rev | 2021-12-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TSB: Some 2020 model year vehicles equipped with Audio Plus (version 1186) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?WiFi intermittently inoperative. ?DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) B15DB present. ?Changing the Auto Relock Timer setting also changes the Remote 2-Press unlock setting. Some 2020 ? 2021 model year vehicles equipped with Audio Plus (version 1210), or Premium Audio (version 1196) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Intermittent screen flashing. ?Intermittent ?Destination Assist Unavailable? pop-up message. ?Intermittent blank screen. ?Bluetooth® intermittently disconnects. ?Abnormal radio playback after Destination Assist Call. ??There is no playable data? pop-up message when using USB Audio. ?Unable to answer phone calls when using Apple CarPlay®. ?Clock displays the incorrect time. ?Intermittent rebooting. ??The software version doesn?t correspond? pop-up is intermittently displayed. ?Intermittent black screen when using projection navigation. ?Abnormal noise after ACC OFF/ON when using AM mode and high volume. ??Please connect USB? pop-up message when USB is already connected. Some 2020 ? 2021 model year vehicles equipped with Audio Plus (version 1256), or Premium Audio (version 1256) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Navigation intermittently reverses its travel. ?Android AutoTM inoperative. ?Audio mode is set to ?Off? after disconnecting USB while using Apple CarPlay®. ?Intermittent black screen flash when connecting Bluetooth®. ?When the MAP button is pressed, a ?Navi app is not installed? pop-up is displayed. ?Intermittent black map screen on home screen. ?Bluetooth® intermittently disconnects. ?No outgoing voice when using Bluetooth® Handsfree for phone call. ?Bluetooth® Now Playing List song selection is slow. ?Unable to transfer phone contacts when using Bluetooth®. |
| T-SB-0095-20 Obs | 2021-11-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. OBSOLETE NOTICE October 14, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0089-21. |
| T-SB-0089-21 | 2021-11-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TSB: Some 2020 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla Hatchback, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B15A804 is present in current or history. ?Red SOS LED stays on after bulb check. ?Toyota App does not accept the activation code. ?Toyota App is inoperative. ?SOS call center does not receive the vehicle?s location in a timely manner. ?Toyota App shows an error 42 when trying to execute a command. ?Unable to remote start the vehicle with the key fob (if equipped). ?Unable to subscribe to remote services. ?Unable to activate Wi-Fi. ?Destination Assist is inoperative. Some 2020 ? 2021 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla Hatchback, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles and some 2021 model year Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla Hybrid, Sienna Hybrid, and Venza Hybrid vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?DTC B15A804 is present in current or history. ?Red SOS LED stays on after bulb check. ?Toyota App is inoperative. ?Unable to subscribe to remote services. ?Unable to activate Wi-Fi. ?Depleted 12V vehicle battery when in IG-OFF. ?Unable to reconnect out of network. A DCM reset and firmware update is now available to address these conditions. Follow the DCM Reset and Firmware Update Procedure in this bulletin to update the firmware. |
| T-TT-0665-21 Rev | 2021-10-25. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. TT: Special Service Campaign 21TC05 applies to the following condition: The fuel gauge needle and the ?distance to empty? estimated in the vehicle display accurately indicate the approximate amount of remaining fuel in the fuel tank. However, some drivers are continuing to drive after the low fuel light illuminates, causing them to potentially run out of fuel and be inconvenienced. NOTE: Highlander HV fuel gauge issues, such as, fuel gauge not reading full or tank capacity does not meet expectations DO NOT apply to 21TC05. |
| T-TT-0665-21 | 2021-10-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE. TT: Special Service Campaign 21TC05 applies to the following condition: The fuel gauge needle and the ?distance to empty? estimated in the vehicle display accurately indicate the approximate amount of remaining fuel in the fuel tank. However, some drivers are continuing to drive after the low fuel light illuminates, causing them to potentially run out of fuel and be inconvenienced. NOTE: Highlander HV fuel gauge issues, such as, fuel gauge not reading full or tank capacity does not meet expectations DO NOT apply to 21TC05. |
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