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Service bulletins for the 2020 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.

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

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T-TT-0615-202020-07-27. Service bulletin. ENGINE. TT: The Toyota Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover detailed customer voice and vehicle data.
20TE04 - RAV4 HV2020-06-22. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. RL: Toyota has received customer reports of certain 2019-2020 model year RAV4 HV vehicle fuel gauges displaying less than full and/or total fuel dispensed is less than expected, when the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Some customer reports have also noted the "Distance to Empty" shown on the multi-information display is less than expected. Based on our investigation, Toyota believes these conditions to be primarily related to a variation of fuel tank shape and the fuel sender gauge shape. Although the fuel tank and fuel sender gauge unit are covered by Toyota's New Vehicle Limited Warranty for normal Basic Warranty coverage period, 3 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership experience. Toyota is providing coverage for repairs related to refueling performance concerns.
T-TT-0614-202020-06-22. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TT: Some 2020 model year models equipped with A25A-FKS or A25A-FXS engine may exhibit a MIL ON with one or more of the following DTCs (P26CB71, P26CA14, and P26CA31) and/or coolant leak from electric water pump body or electrical connector.
T-TT-0613-202020-06-22. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT. TT: Unibody vehicles commonly have lashing holes on the under body used for securing the vehicle during logistics -The lashing holes are intended to be plugged during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) -The plugs are: oRequired for anti-corrosion purposes oUsually located in the glove box prior to PDS -The number of plugs may be different based on model and production location
20TE04 - RAV4 HV2020-06-22. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY. RL: Toyota has received customer reports of certain 2019-2020 model year RAV4 HV vehicle fuel gauges displaying less than full and/or total fuel dispensed is less than expected, when the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Some customer reports have also noted the "Distance to Empty" shown on the multi-information display is less than expected. Based on our investigation, Toyota believes these conditions to be primarily related to a variation of fuel tank shape and the fuel sender gauge shape. Although the fuel tank and fuel sender gauge unit are covered by Toyota's New Vehicle Limited Warranty for normal Basic Warranty coverage period, 3 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership experience. Toyota is providing coverage for repairs related to refueling performance concerns.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT2020-06-22. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM. RL: Toyota has received customer reports of certain 2019-2020 model year RAV4 HV vehicle fuel gauges displaying less than full and/or total fuel dispensed is less than expected, when the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Some customer reports have also noted the "Distance to Empty" shown on the multi-information display is less than expected. Based on our investigation, Toyota believes these conditions to be primarily related to a variation of fuel tank shape and the fuel sender gauge shape. Although the fuel tank and fuel sender gauge unit are covered by Toyota's New Vehicle Limited Warranty for normal Basic Warranty coverage period, 3 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership experience. Toyota is providing coverage for repairs related to refueling performance concerns.
T-TT-0611-202020-06-22. 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_Rev2020-06-22. 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-0045-202020-06-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: Some 2019 ? 2020 model year RAV4 HV vehicles may experience a difficult-to-start condition accompanied by a hybrid system warning lamp occurring during below-freezing temperatures (< 32°F). This condition may occur at initial start-up after a short-distance drive. After performing a Health Check, the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) U011087 and U029387 may be present. These codes are because of the IGCT (90987-02025) relay not being able to supply power to HV ECU. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
T-TT-0529-19_Rev2020-06-15. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. TT: Customers may experience abnormal noise/vibration from the hybrid transaxle.
T-TT-0606-202020-05-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TT: Due to the challenges caused by the COVID-19 virus threat, some dealers are experiencing reduced traffic into their stores and causing dealer stock to age. Due to this situation, dealers are reminded and recommended to follow the Long-Term Vehicle Storage Guidelines outlined in T-SB-0009-19 and other Service Bulletin publications to ensure customers receive their vehicles in a fresh and well maintained condition Please ensure that both Sales and Service at your dealership are aware of these guidelines and are following the recommended maintenance and storage processes and procedures to ensure the highest customer satisfaction with their new vehicle purchase.
T-SB-0140-19_Rev2020-05-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE. TSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying our 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 item 8 of ?Final Inspection and Cleaning.?) A new PDS Check Sheet has been developed for the 2020 model year RAV4 and RAV4 HV. Some check points have been added, expanded, or clarified.
T-TT-0537-19_Rev2020-05-11. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY; 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-0032-202020-05-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2020 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.
T-SB-0021-20_Rev2020-05-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. TSB: Some 2020 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla Hatchback, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the Toyota app does not accept the activation code and/or becomes inoperative, and/or the SOS call center does not receive the vehicle?s location data in a timely manner.
T-SB-0146-19_Rev2020-04-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Some 2020 model year Tundra vehicles equipped with Audio Plus (version 1186) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?WiFi intermittently inoperative ?DTC B15DB present ?Changing the Auto Relock Timer setting also changes the Remote 2-Press unlock setting Some 2020 model year Tundra, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Highlander, or Highlander Hybrid 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 A software update is now available to address these conditions. Follow the Software Update Procedure in this bulletin to update the software.
Toyota Safety Re2020-04-20. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
T-SB-0009-19_Rev2020-04-13. 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-0023-202020-04-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. TSB: Some 2019 ? 2020 model year Avalon Hybrid, Camry Hybrid, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with a ?Hybrid System Malfunction? message displayed and one or more of the following DTC(s) that represent an over current between the MG1, MG2, and inverter/PCU: ?P1C5D19 ? Drive Motor "A" Inverter Circuit Current Above Threshold ?P1C5F19 ? Generator Inverter Circuit Current Above Threshold These conditions typically occur on low vehicle mileage (less than 5,000). After an occurrence, the vehicle will be able to run normally with no drivability issues. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address these conditions
T-SB-0021-202020-04-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: Some 2020 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla Hatchback, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the Remote Connect app does not accept the activation code and/or becomes inoperative, and/or the SOS call center does not receive the vehicle?s location data in a timely manner.
T-TT-0601-202020-04-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; SERVICE BRAKES. TT: Some 2019-2020 model year RAV4 2WD vehicles may exhibit a front brake squeak at low/parking lot speeds (< 10 MPH). This condition is more likely to occur after a cold soak.
T-SB-0008-19_Rev2020-04-13. 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-TT-0588-19_Rev2020-03-30. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. TT: Some 2020 model year vehicles may display abnormal Safety Connect operation during PDS or after replacement due to DCM activation issues. If there are no DTCs present and after the initial SOS light flashing sequence after ignition on, neither the red nor green light stays on in the overhead console determine if the vehicle is in shipping mode. To determine if a vehicle is experiencing this condition, connect a Techstream and navigate to: Telematics-Data List - ?Telematics Activation Status?. If this value is displayed as ?Shipping?, continue to the Shipping Mode recommendations below, and do not create a TAS case.
T-TT-0588-19_Rev2020-03-30. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TT: Some 2020 model year vehicles may display abnormal Safety Connect operation during PDS or after replacement due to DCM activation issues. If there are no DTCs present and after the initial SOS light flashing sequence after ignition on, neither the red nor green light stays on in the overhead console determine if the vehicle is in shipping mode. To determine if a vehicle is experiencing this condition, connect a Techstream and navigate to: Telematics-Data List - ?Telematics Activation Status?. If this value is displayed as "Shipping", continue to the Shipping Mode recommendations below, and do not create a TAS case.
T-TT-0594-20_Rev2020-03-30. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TT: Some vehicles equipped with Dynamic Navigation may experience a pop-up message notifying them that their map update service will end soon. The date that is shown could be more than one year in the future. This does not indicate any issues with the vehicle, and is only informing the user of the expiration date.

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.