Service bulletins for the 2019 Toyota RAV4
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.
345 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| T-SB-0080-19 | 2019-09-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0033-14. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year Toyota vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0033-14 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Some 2006 ? 2019 model year Toyota vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC evaporator drain hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose tip (ARINIX® Tip) is available to help minimize future occurrences of this environmental condition. For some models, a new drain hose is required to properly fit the ARINIX® Tip. Follow the procedures in this bulletin for proper handling and installation of this optional service part. NOTE The ARINIX® Tip is NOT registered or labeled for sale or use outside the United States or Puerto Rico. |
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| T-TT-0539-19-Rev | 2019-09-03. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. TT: This Tech Tip applies to 2019 model year RAV4 Adventure/Limited grade equipped with torque vectoring AWD system ONLY. Some customers may experience a buzz/groan at 20-30 mph when accelerating from a stop and/or at 13-20 mph on deceleration after driving the vehicle for 15-20 minutes or more. This condition occurs with ?Normal? drive mode selected. |
| T-SB-0077-19 | 2019-09-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: Some 2019 model year RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a flutter/rattle noise during vehicle operation from the HV battery cooling fan. A new HV battery intake duct has been developed. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. |
| T-SB-0076-19 | 2019-09-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; WHEELS. TSB: Some 2009 ? 2019 model year Toyota vehicles with super chrome wheel finishes may become discolored and/or damaged when aftermarket cleaners, polishes, or brake dust removal products are used on wheels with super chrome finishes. Wheel cleaners and polish that contain acidic substances may damage the clear coat of the wheel, resulting in the undercoating (black) to become visible. |
| 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-SB-0086-19 | 2019-08-12. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. TSB: Some 2019 model year RAV4 vehicles may exhibit an AWD Warning Light/Message ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) C13F800 (4WD/AWD Rear Disconnect System Performance) present. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. NOTE This Service Bulletin ONLY applies to 2019 model year RAV4 Limited and Adventure grade vehicles with torque vectoring AWD system. |
| T-TT-0551-19 | 2019-07-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TT: Some customers may experience an Entune? update pop-up message after every key cycle. |
| T-TT-0550-19 | 2019-07-15. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. TT: Abnormal noise from rear of vehicle when traveling over bumps. |
| 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-TT-0552-19 | 2019-07-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE. TT: When repairing a 1234YF HVAC system on a gas powered (Non-Hybrid) Toyota and the addition of compressor oil is required to complete the repairs, the various 1234YF compressor oils (ND-12, PS-D1, or VC100YF) are available through the Toyota Approved Dealer Equipment website. |
| T-SB-0073-19 | 2019-07-15. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT. TSB: TMNA Accessory Sales and Marketing has developed a Toyota paint protection film (PPF) decal (treated with a specially developed light adhesive) for 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. The decal comes in two sizes (2.8 in. x 8 in. and 4 in. x 8 in.) for small and large hoods and will be applied to the top of PPF for all series at TLS accessory installation facilities. The decal is intended to stay affixed to the film until delivery detail/wash. Just before customer delivery, follow the procedure in this Service Bulletin to remove the decal and any residue left by the adhesive. |
| T-SB-0064-18_Rev | 2019-07-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: REVISION NOTICE June 17, 2019 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Corolla Hatchback, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid and 2020 model year Corolla and Corolla Hybrid vehicles. ? The Required Tools & Equipment section has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. 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 and can never be reused. Another feature, Add/Remove Key, is also available. Once a key is removed, it can never be reused. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to reset a vehicle Immobilizer or Smart Key system and to add and/or remove a key. NOTICE When performing a Smart Code Reset, ALL registered keys are erased and CANNOT be used again on ANY vehicle. For Undesignated Key Permanent Erasure utility, ONLY the keys that are NOT present will be removed. ANY keys that are NOT present can never be reused. |
| T-SB-0065-19 | 2019-07-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. TSB: Some 2019 model year RAV4 vehicles may exhibit an abnormal buzz/groan noise at 20 ? 30 mph when accelerating from a stop and/or at 13 ? 20 mph on deceleration after driving the vehicle for 15 ? 20 minutes or more. This condition occurs with Normal drive mode selected during disconnect/connect timing of AWD system. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. NOTE This Service Bulletin ONLY applies to 2019 model year RAV4 Limited and Adventure grade vehicles with Torque Vectoring AWD System. |
| T-SB-0143-18_Rev | 2019-07-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TSB: REVISION NOTICE June 07, 2019 Rev2: ? The Software Update Information and Software Update Procedure sections have been updated. May 15, 2019 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year C-HR, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla Hatchback, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid and 2020 model year Corolla and Corolla Hybrid vehicles. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2019 model year Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles equipped with Entune? 3.0 Audio Plus (version 1002) or Entune? 3.0 Premium Audio (version 1002) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ? Incorrect GPS date and time ? Abnormal Bluetooth® operation ? Abnormal Wi-Fi operation ? Microphone remains on screen after voice recognition failure ? Unable to see text with headlights on (text is same color as background) |
| Expired Quick Re | 2019-07-08. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS. CRC SPRAY QUICK REFERENCEGUIDE |
| T-SB-0143-18-Rev | 2019-07-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TSB: REVISION NOTICE May 15, 2019 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year C-HR, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla Hatchback, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid and 2020 model year Corolla and Corolla Hybrid vehicles. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2019 model year Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles equipped with Entune? 3.0 Audio Plus (version 1002) or Entune? 3.0 Premium Audio (version 1002) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ? Incorrect GPS date and time ? Abnormal Bluetooth® operation ? Abnormal Wi-Fi operation ? Microphone remains on screen after voice recognition failure ? Unable to see text with headlights on (text is same color as background) |
| T-TT-0529-19_Rev | 2019-06-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. TT: Customers may experience abnormal noise/vibration from the hybrid transaxle. Note: This is different from Vehicle Proximity Notification system. Please use link #2 of this document and test the Proximity Notification System to determine if origin of noise is abnormal. |
| T-TT-0539-19 | 2019-05-13. Service bulletin. ENGINE; SERVICE BRAKES; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL. TT: This Tech Tip applies to 2019 model year RAV4 Adventure/Limited grade equipped with torque vectoring AWD system ONLY. Some customers may experience a buzz/groan at 20-30 mph when accelerating from a stop and/or at 13-20 mph on deceleration after driving the vehicle for 15-20 minutes or more. This condition occurs with ?Normal? drive mode selected. |
| T-TT-0537-19 | 2019-05-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; VISIBILITY; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; LANE DEPARTURE. TT: The blind spot monitor (BSM) sensor angle inspection is used to confirm that the BSM sensor is within the specified angle before performing axis beam adjustment. When used in conjunction with the repair manual, these BSM tips leverage SSTs and readily available tools to support sensor angle confirmation in varying shop environments. |
| T-SB-0047-19 | 2019-05-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. TSB: Some 2018 ? 2019 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with the Entune? 3.0 Premium Audio Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to deliver the update; however, the process for generating license keys differs from previous generations. Before attempting to perform a map update, the head unit?s expiration date must be checked. If the expiration date is still valid, a license key may be generated without the use of an activation card number. Updating the maps without the use of an activation card number is considered an Embedded Navigation Update (refer to pg. 9), and performing this process does not extend the duration of telematic map services. If the head unit?s expiration date is expired, or is expiring within the next 90 days, it should be recommended to the customer to purchase an activation number. Utilizing an activation number will initiate a Dynamic Navigation Update (refer to pg. 2). This Dynamic Navigation Update will perform the Embedded Navigation Update and provide telematic map services for a period of two years from the day that the Dynamic Navigation Update is performed. Activation card numbers are provided in an activation card number pamphlet available through the normal parts ordering system. Follow the process in this bulletin to perform the update. NOTE Map data is released once each year through the shipment of an SST USB flash drive to each dealer. The SST MUST be stored in the SST cabinet to ensure it can be easily found |
| T-TT-0536-19 | 2019-05-13. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. TT: Alignment specifications for some 2019 and 2020 new model vehicles have been updated and are significantly different from the previous model. |
| T-SB-0039-19 | 2019-05-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. TSB: Some 2019 model year RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, and Sienna vehicles equipped with Entune? 3.0 Audio Plus (version 1010) or Entune? 3.0 Premium Audio (version 1010) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ? Entune? fails to download ? Bluetooth® is unable to automatically connect after key cycle ? 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 XM music genre by voice recognition ? Noise when hanging up call on handset ? Transferred contacts do not match the number of handset contacts ? XM sound slow to start ? Abnormal Entune? and Scout Operation. A software update is now available to address these conditions. Follow the Software Update Procedure in this bulletin to update the software. |
| T-TT-0535-19 | 2019-05-13. Service bulletin. SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST. TT: Some 2019 model year RAV4 & RAV4 HV may exhibit a condition where the driver seat memory is inoperative or is not registered (initialized). This may be caused by the seat memory initialization not being conducted during PDS. |
| T-TT-0529-19 | 2019-04-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. TT: Customers may experience noise from the hybrid transaxle. |
| T-TT-0414-16-Rev | 2019-03-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 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. |
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