Service bulletins for the 2020 Toyota PRIUS
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.
154 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| T-TT-0553-19 Rev | 2020-08-24. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. 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 |
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| T-SB-0062-20 | 2020-08-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: Some 2004 ? 2020 model year Hybrid vehicles may exhibit an excessive buildup of dust, lint, or debris in the HV battery intake filter or cooling fan. The condition could reduce the efficiency of the HV battery cooling system. Perform the procedures outlined in this bulletin to address this condition. |
| T-TT-0611-20 | 2020-06-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 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-TT-0516-18_Rev | 2020-06-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TT: The microphone circuit passes through the DCM before reaching the radio/navigation system. To simplify the diagnosis of the microphone, Safety Connect SOS button lights, and DCM (Data Communication Module/telematics transceiver) inoperative conditions, refer to the procedure below to prevent unnecessary parts replacement. |
| T-SB-0039-19 Obs | 2020-06-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE May 11, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0047-20. |
| T-SB-0236-17 Obs | 2020-05-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT. OBSOLETE NOTICE April 01, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0031-20. Audio Head Unit Software Update (Denso) |
| T-SB-0031-20 | 2020-05-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT. TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0236-17. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0236-17 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Audio Head Unit Software Update (Denso) |
| T-SB-0009-19_Rev | 2020-04-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; SERVICE BRAKES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 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 systems and components. Any problems that are found should be corrected immediately. |
| T-SB-0008-19_Rev | 2020-04-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. TSB: An initialization procedure is required to activate the Entune? 3.0 App Suite Connect for Audio, Audio Plus, and Premium Audio head units before they are used for the first time on new vehicles. The initialization procedure may also be performed under other circumstances, such as following a head unit replacement or after the customer?s personal settings are erased. The initialization procedure requires between 3 and 15 minutes to complete, depending on file size, cellular connection speed, and other factors. Following the initialization procedure, individual Entune? 3.0 apps may periodically update through an over-the-air update system. Updates are optional or mandatory. The update procedure will take approximately 1 minute for each app requiring an update. Follow the Initialization/Update Procedure in this bulletin to perform the initialization and app updates. |
| T-SB-0236-17_Rev | 2020-03-30. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: Some 2017 ? 2018 model year Prius Prime vehicles equipped with Premium Audio (R10A5430) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions. Updated multimedia software is now available to address these conditions. Follow the Multimedia Software Update Procedure in this bulletin to install the latest software version.?No iPod® connection when connecting via USB ?Intermittent rebooting when connecting/disconnecting the iPod® USB ?Intermittent error screen when connecting/disconnecting the iPod® USB ?Navigation screen is locked after ACC/ON ?Internet radio is inoperative after connecting/disconnecting the iPod® USB ?Screen flick operation updates ?Navigation voice guidance is intermittently in the wrong language ?Audio does not mute when using Siri® Eyes Free ?Hands-free call is disconnected when another call is received?Voice cannot be heard for several seconds on the handset after the navigation unit is turned off?Sound settings reset after ACC OFF/ON?Volume control intermittently inoperative?Unable to switch between audio modes?Ending video playback concerns?Intermittent rebooting?Unable to connect to an Apple® device via USB?Navigation map inoperative after software update?Navigation map does not display?Screen will not dim?Abnormal operation after using Siri® Eyes Free?Abnormal operation when using BT Audio?My Car Log does not show mileage?Flickering screen?CAN date/time shift?Intermittent sound from JBL equipped vehicles?Backup camera stays on?Abnormal noise when during ACC ON?Cannot change songs when playing PANDORA®?Intermittent black screen?Intermittent rebooting?Delay when using navigation?Intermittently Rebooting?Intermittent screen flashing?Intermittent screen going blank?Abnormal phone touch tone operation during Apple CarPlay® (if equipped)?Sound settings intermittently reset?Unable to switch audio modes |
| T-SB-0106-19_Rev | 2020-03-30. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying our dealership's 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. -Interior cleanliness. -Proper function of mechanical systems. Customer retention and proper maintenance of vehicles are and have always been a major focus for Toyota. To help remind customers that regular service is essential to the proper maintenance of the vehicle, dealers are required to install a service reminder sticker before delivery. By doing this, customers will be reminded to return to your dealership for service. Your current service reminder sticker may be used. (See PDS Check Sheet ?Final Inspection and Cleaning.?) A new PDS Check Sheet has been developed for the 2020 model year Prius. Some check points have been added, expanded, or clarified. |
| T-SB-0060-19_Rev | 2020-03-30. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE. TSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying our dealership?s 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. ?Interior cleanliness. ?Proper function of mechanical systems. Customer retention and proper maintenance of vehicles are and have always been a major focus for Toyota. To help remind customers that regular service is essential to the proper maintenance of the vehicle, dealers are required to install a service reminder sticker before delivery. By doing this, customers will be reminded to return to your dealership for service. Your current service reminder sticker may be used. (See PDS Check Sheet ?Final Inspection and Cleaning.?) A new PDS Check Sheet has been developed for the 2020 model year Prius Prime. Some check points have been added, expanded, or clarified. |
| T-SB-0039-19_Rev | 2020-03-30. Service bulletin. PARKING BRAKE; BACK OVER PREVENTION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; WHEELS; STEERING. Some 2019 model year RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid and some 2019 ? 2020 model year Sienna vehicles equipped Audio Plus (version 1010) or Premium Audio (version 1010) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Toyota Apps fail to download ?Bluetooth® is unable to automatically connect AFTER key cycle ?Abnormal microphone operation ?Sirius XM® antenna disconnection history Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B15FE?No outgoing voice during phone calls when using Apple CarPlay® ?Incoming calls incorrectly shown on the Multi-information Display (MID) when using Apple CarPlay® ?CAN networking DTC B1321 ?Volume inoperative AFTER using Siri® ?Unable to adjust the treble audio setting ?Song information flickering ?Unable to select Sirius XM® music genre by voice recognition ?Noise when hanging up call on handset ?Transferred contacts do NOT match the number of handset contacts ?Sirius XM® sound slow to start ?Abnormal Toyota Apps and Scout Operation ?Some vehicles equipped with Audio Plus (version 1195), Premium Audio (version 1195) or Navigation (version 1035) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Unable to play audio source after incoming call ?Software enhancements ?Intermittent rebooting ?Unable to register Bluetooth® devices from Bluetooth® Audio Mode ?Unable to pair Android? devices after Google? apps update ?Unable to access camera diagnosis system ?USB audio doesn?t resume ?Intermittent Bluetooth® disconnection ?Abnormal voice recognition operation?Phone call history does not update ?Bluetooth® loses connection after USB connection is made ?Navigation inoperative ?Microphone disconnected pop-up message ?Clock not displayed on the map screen ?Intermittent phone ringing with no incoming phone call ?Clock format changes from 12 ? 24 hours intermittently ?Screen intermittently goes blank ?Sound changes from one speake |
| T-SB-0006-19_Rev | 2020-02-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: REVISION NOTICE January 15, 2020 Rev2: ? The entire bulletin has been updated. February 11, 2019 Rev1: ? The Introduction and Every Two Months sections have been updated. 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 vehicle is powered ON (Ready ON), the hybrid system may NOT start. In this case, depress the brake pedal and press the Power button 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-0442-17_Rev | 2019-12-16. 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-0576-19 | 2019-10-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TT: Some Prius Prime customers may experience a MIL ON condition. Vehicles might be put into a failsafe mode and usage of battery will be discontinued. Technicians find DTC code P0ABF28 stored in the ECU. |
| T-TT-0573-19 | 2019-10-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TT: Some customers may experience a call failure when attempting to call a conference call number that has been saved in their phonebook (ex: ?8005550122,,,1.,2;;;2#?). This issue is caused by changes to the Bluetooth in the iOS 13 update and may be resolved in a future iOS update. |
| T-TT-0553-19 | 2019-09-03. 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-Rev | 2019-09-03. 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-0549-19 | 2019-07-15. 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-0007-19 | 2019-02-19. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load. Because of these factors, battery inspection and maintenance are required in order to ensure proper operation and optimal battery life. As a matter of policy, Toyota does not provide battery warranty coverage for discharged and/or failed batteries due to lack of maintenance. It is the dealer?s responsibility to maintain the specified State-Of-Charge (SOC) of the vehicle?s battery while in stock and ensure proper SOC at delivery. To eliminate customer service concerns due to an undercharged battery during the first few weeks of ownership, ALL dealers should check battery SOC and recharge, if necessary, within 48 hours of delivery to customers. |
| T-SB-0006-19 | 2019-02-19. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. TSB: 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. |
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