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Service bulletins for the 2011 Toyota Tacoma

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.

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

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F0U_Dealer Lette2018-04-23. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR. DL: Background-In the subject vehicles the front catalytic converter internal components may become deteriorated and begin to rattle. If continually operated in this condition, the deteriorated components could become dislodged and restrict the exhaust flow. If this occurs, the vehicle may illuminate a check engine light, and, depending on the level of exhaust restriction, the vehicle may experience a reduction in power. Toyota has developed a new exhaust pipe with catalytic converters to prevent this condition from occurring.
TTT-0268-13 Rev32018-04-23. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty pairing the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth failure to connect when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth Audio functions are no longer functioning with the customer?s phone, such as the 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.
TTT-0337-15 Rev12018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. TT: When updating either the navigation or radio firmware, verify the vehicle applicability BEFORE beginning the update.
T-TT-0362-152018-04-23. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. TT: The vehicle may be difficult to start or have an abnormally low or rough idle after the battery has been disconnected or power to the Engine ECM has been interrupted.
T-TT-0360-152018-04-23. 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.
GR1_Dealer Lette2018-04-23. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS:FRONT; SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR. Dealer Letter: Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements, but also is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. We request your assistance in completing the applicable campaign repairs as owners receive the Follow-Up Notice and contact your dealership. Please note the follow-up activity may cause an increase in your current campaign owner appointments. Toyota will continue with additional follow-up activities in the months to come. Please take this into consideration when analyzing your manpower requirements.
TC-16-0012018-04-23. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR; SEAT BELTS:FRONT. Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. Please note the following information for Regional and PD associates.
T-TT-0381-162018-04-23. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Tech Tip: Some customers may experience difficulty programming HomeLink.
TSB-0012-13 Rev22018-04-23. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the 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.
T-SB-0187-122018-04-23. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. Toyota vehicles are equipped with either conventional or run-flat tires. Sometimes punctures may occur as a result of contact with road debris or other hazards. If a puncture occurs, it may be possible to repair the tire and return it to service. With a conventional tire it is not possible to drive for an extended amount of time with the tire at low pressures as damage to the tire may occur. With run-flat tires, due to reinforced sidewalls, it is possible to drive for up to 100 miles (160 km) at speeds less than 55 mph (90 km/h) with little or no damage to the tire.
T-SB-0186-122018-04-23. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE). Some 2005 ? 2012 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a squeak or creak noise from the clutch pedal when it is depressed or released. Changes have been made to the clutch pedal and clutch master cylinder assembly to address this condition.
T-TT-0005-10 Rev2018-04-23. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Starting with the 2010 MY, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil.
T-TT-0005-10 Rev2018-04-23. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Starting with the 2010 MY, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil.
T-SB-0250-122018-04-23. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Some 2WD 2005 ? 2013 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission may exhibit a clunk/thunk noise from the rear of the vehicle or a ?bump-from-behind? sensation just before a stop or when accelerating from a stop. Improvements have been implemented on the rear propelled shaft (driveshaft). Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to improve this condition.
T-SB-0249-122018-04-23. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION; STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR. Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration felt in the seat, floorboard, and/or steering wheel around 15-25 MPH caused by a second order driveline vibration. Use the following procedure to address this condition.
T-SB-0236-122018-04-23. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. When coming to a stop, some 2011 ? 2012 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a squeak/squeal noise from the rear brake drum at the end of the stop. Revised rear brake shoes and drums are now available to address this condition.
SET Airbag Senso2018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This communication pertains to a current safety recall being conducted by the Southeast Toyota Distributors LLC (SET). TMS is sending this communication for informational purposes in the event you are contacted by a customer covered by this recall.
T-TT-0213-132018-04-23. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS. Toyota vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pretensioner devices did not perform as expected, please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.
T-SB-0064-10 Rev2018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0012-13.
T-SB-0012-132018-04-23. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Flash reprogramming allows the 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 TIS and the CUW.
T-SB-0064-10 Rev2018-04-23. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Flash reprogramming allows the 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.
SST Requirements2018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. SSTs are key elements to provide your customers with swift and accurate repairs resulting in superior customer satisfaction.
T-TT-0226-132018-04-23. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. The customer is having difficulty changing the multi-display screen from Day Mode. If the multi-display screen is set to Day Mode when the headlights are on, the setting we be memorized when the engine is turned off.
T-TT-0220-132018-04-23. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Abnormal noise (audio distortion) may occur on some 2010-2012 MY Tacoma trucks.
T-SB-0037-132018-04-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Some 2010 ? 2012 model year Tacoma vehicles with Access Cab may exhibit audio distortion, particularly with music containing heavy bass, at higher volume levels, or with Fade set to Rear. An updated radio assembly is now available to address this condition.

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