Service bulletins for the 2016 Toyota Sienna
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.
291 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| T-SB-0024-14 Rev | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES. TSB: Some 2015 - 2016 model year vehicles are equipped with a Smart Key system, which allows the customer to enter and start the vehicle without using a mechanical key. To ensure the system is operating properly, the Smart Key functions (Smart Entry and Smart Start) should be inspected during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS). The following inspection procedure has been developed to confirm the proper operation of the Smart Key system prior to vehicle delivery. |
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| T-TT-0392-16 | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TT: Some customers may experience Bluetooth connection issues after updating the Android Operating System to 5.x.x (Lollipop) or later. |
| T-TT-0339-15 | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. TT: Some vehicles may exhibit an error message when trying to perform a radio software update: "Unable to update the software. Please try again later." If the following screen is seen, follow the directions below. |
| T-SB-0007-16 | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Pre-Delivery Service Check Sheet |
| T-SB-0006-16 | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STEERING. TSB: As a result of the removal of the Short Pin, the power source to the steering angle sensor is cut off. When the Short Pin is reinstalled, the Parking Assist Monitor System will be operative, but it cannot display guidelines to assist parking operation because the center position is not recognized by the steering angle sensor. Please initialize the Parking Assist Monitor System after installing the Short Pin during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS). |
| TTT-0344-15 Rev1 | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. TT: iPhone text messages do not appear on multimedia dis[play. |
| T-TT-0360-15 | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. TT: Customers may experience connectivity issues when the following conditions are met: The customer's iPhone is operating on iOS9 firmware. The customer's iPhone is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth. The customer may complain of the following issues: When receiving two incoming calls simultaneously, both calls are ended automatically. iTunes Radio app does not play via Bluetooth audio. Podcast and Audiobook media playback is inoperative via Bluetooth audio. |
| T-TT-0377-15_Rev | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. TT: Some customers may experience poor outgoing Bluetooth sound quality, this can occur for various reasons. Current multimedia systems are designed with the ability to adjust Bluetooth sound quality to compensate for Echo or excessive background noise. |
| T-TT-0375-15_Rev | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TT: For customer concerns of no or poor outgoing sound from the Bluetooth systems there are diagnostics in the repair manual which can be performed to diagnose the condition. |
| T-TT-0463-17 | 2018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. T-TT: Some vehicles may exhibit an abnormal HVAC blower motor noise. |
| T-SB-0142-13 Rev | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 10, 2016 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year Toyota vehicles. ? Parts Information section has been updated. Some 2004 ? 2017 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-TT-0425-16 | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; VISIBILITY. TT: Some 2015-2017MY Sienna owners may have a concern with the inability of customizing their outer mirrors when shifting the vehicle to Reverse (?R? position). The owner?s manual describes the ability to customize the outer mirror positions when the vehicle is in reverse. |
| T-TT-0339-15_Rev | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TT: Some vehicles may exhibit an error message when trying to perform a radio software update: "Unable to update the software. Please try again later." If the following screen is seen; follow the directions below. |
| T-TT-0453-17-Rev | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TT: Previously, an error message was received when performing DCM activation initiated by Techstream. This condition has been remedied, and DCM activation utilizing Techstream can now be resumed. |
| T-TT-0339-15 | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. TT: Some vehicles may exhibit an error message when trying to perform a radio software update: ?Unable to update the software. Please try again later.? If the following screen is seen; follow the directions below. |
| T-TT-0293-14 Rev | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. 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. The first year of service is provided in the vehicle purchase price. Once the subscription has lapsed the DCM 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. |
| T-SB-0029-14 Rev | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. TSB: 2015 ? 2016 model year vehicles are equipped with driver?s side floor mat retaining clips to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may utilize retaining clips for passenger side and rear seat floor mats as well. Follow the appropriate installation procedure to attach the driver?s side, and if applicable, the passenger?s side and rear seat floor mats to the vehicle carpet using the floor mat retaining clips during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS). |
| T-SB-0024-14 Rev | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. TSB: Some 2015 - 2016 model year vehicles are equipped with a Smart Key system, which allows the customer to enter and start the vehicle without using a mechanical key. To ensure the system is operating properly, the Smart Key functions (Smart Entry and Smart Start) should be inspected during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS). The following inspection procedure has been developed to confirm the proper operation of the Smart Key system prior to vehicle delivery. |
| T-TT-0453-17 | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TT: An error message is received when performing DCM activation initiated by Techstream. This is a known condition and will be remedied in the near future. Please discontinue DCM activations utilizing Techstream until further notice. |
| ZH4_Dealer Daily | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH. Dealer Daily Message: Extension of Warranty Coverage for the Sliding Door Front Lock Assemblies. The Dealer Letter for Warranty Enhancement Program ZH4 is now available on TIS. |
| SET-TSB-17-006 | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. This Publication discusses how to find the diagnostic information and component exchange information for the Southeast Toyota accessory overhead DVD player. |
| T-SB-0033-14_Rev | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. TSB: REVISION NOTICE March 08, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 - 2017 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Parts Information section has been updated. Some 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 now 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. |
| T-TT-0437-17 | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TT: Some customers may experience greyed out buttons or inactive screens (lockouts) while driving. This is to promote safe driving practices and reduce the amount of distractions while driving. These lockouts can?t be deactivated or defeated through any settings. The following is a list of common lockouts, however, this is not a complete list of lockouts. |
| T-TT-0435-17 | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). TT: This bulletin is regarding best practices when handling navigation systems that use Hard Disc Drive or Micro SD Card memory. |
| T-SB-0009-18 | 2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TSB: The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to elevate awareness and provide best practices for leather and synthetic leather care in Toyota vehicles. As an additional resource, if the vehicle is equipped with factory leather seats, the vehicle Owner?s Manual will highlight the importance of proper maintenance and provide guidance for care. |
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