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Service bulletins for the 2016 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.

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

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T-SB-0218-17_Rev2018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; AIR BAGS. TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 20, 2017 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to exclude 2007 ? 2017 model year Avanza vehicles. Some hazardous material treatment and handling regulations at the state and local level define the pre-disposal deployment of airbag and pre-tensioner assemblies as hazardous material treatment. Hazardous material treatment may require special training, certification or licensing in certain areas. TMS recommends that dealership personnel carefully review and follow ALL local and state regulations, and where necessary, contract with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Licensed Hazardous Waste Transportation and Disposal facilities.
T-SB-0222-172018-04-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with a tonneau cover now have a replacement strap available (see Figure 1). Previously, if the strap was cut or damaged, it was a non-serviceable part. APPLICABLE WARRANTY ? This repair is covered under the Toyota Basic Warranty. This warrantyis in effect for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date. ? Warranty application is limited to occurrence of the specified condition described in this bulletin
T-SB-0044-16_Rev2018-04-02. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. TSB: REVISION NOTICE March 07, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2017 model year Toyota vehicles. On some vehicles, when Rapgard? is removed the paint may have a stained appearance. These stains appear to be under the clear coat (repainting this area is NOT necessary). The stain patterns are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. These wrinkles sometimes trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on horizontal surfaces, such as the hood, roof, and trunk. Stains can be removed by heating the stained surface to remove the trapped moisture.
T-TT-0437-172018-04-02. 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-0429-16 Rev2018-04-02. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION; BACK OVER PREVENTION. TT: ?16-17MY Tacoma customers may complain about a squeak noise from rear leaf springs when vehicle experiences any up and down movement. Sand, dirt and/or debris may enter the space between the silencer pad and contact surface of the leaf spring. When the vehicle rear suspension experiences any movement, friction is caused between the silencer pad and spring components, which may result in a squeak noise.
T-TT-0435-172018-04-02. 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-0186-172018-04-02. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; POWER TRAIN. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with the 6 speed manual transmission (RC62F) may exhibit a high pitch whine noise when driving in 5th or 6th gear. A NEW heat insulator is available to address this condition.
T-SB-0187-12_Rev2018-04-02. Service bulletin. TIRES. TSB: REVISION NOTICE February 12, 2018 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2018 model year vehicles. January 23, 2014 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2013 ? 2014 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. 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 at speeds less than 55 mph with little or no damage to the tire. The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (UTSMA) provides guidelines and recommendations for tire repair and replacement. It also provides information related to: ? Basic tire information ? Tire maintenance and safety ? Driver education, tire safety curriculum.
T-SB-0013-182018-04-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; SUSPENSION; BACK OVER PREVENTION. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2017 model year Tacoma Double Cab 4WD vehicles equipped with a BD22 rear differential may exhibit a whine type noise from the rear of the vehicle. This condition may occur while driving around 50 mph at constant speed, slight acceleration, or slight deceleration and may be caused by rear differential vibration transferring through the chassis and body. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. APPLICABLE WARRANTY ? This repair is covered under the Toyota Basic Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle?s in-service date. ? Warranty application is limited to occurrence of the specified condition described in this bulletin.
T-SB-0011-182018-04-02. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; POWER TRAIN. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2018 model year Tacoma 4WD vehicles may exhibit a cyclical groaning or grinding noise coming from the front differential in 2WD that is not present during 4WD operation. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. APPLICABLE WARRANTY ? This repair is covered under the Toyota Powertrain Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle?s in-service date. ? Warranty application is limited to occurrence of the specified condition described in this bulletin.
T-SB-0009-182018-04-02. 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.
T-SB-0170-16_Rev2018-04-02. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. TSB: REVISION NOTICE January 22, 2018 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2016 - 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. ? The Warranty Information, Parts Information, and Repair Procedure sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2012 - 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a reed/buzz type wind noise from the LH and/or RH front door when driving in high cross-wind areas. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
T-SB-0304-17_Rev2018-04-02. 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, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08 are obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. REVISION NOTICE January 11, 2018 ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin.
T-TT-0475-182018-04-02. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. TT: In the event that injector seal repair is required on vehicles equipped with a direct injection fuel system, a Special Service Tool Set is required to properly install the seal onto the injector. As new vehicle configurations have been released, several injector seal tool sets have been distributed to accommodate these new vehicles. There are a total of three injector seal tool sets for Toyota models, located in the appropriate SST cabinets. Each kit contains multiple pieces as shown in the diagram below. The individual pieces must remain together to ensure these tools are used correctly. Refer to the repair manual for the tool information to ensure the correct tool is used for the desired application.
T-SB-0016-182018-03-12. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2017 model year Tacoma, 2017 model year Sienna and Highlander, and 2018 model year Camry vehicles equipped with a 2GR-FKS engine may exhibit a chirping noise from the high-pressure fuel pump. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
T-SB-0186-12_Rev2018-03-12. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. TSB: REVISION NOTICE February 21, 2018 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. ? The Parts Information and Repair Procedure sections have been updated. September 10, 2014 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2013 ? 2014 model year Tacoma vehicles. ? The Warranty Information, Parts Information, and the Repair Procedure sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. TC004-06. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2007 ? 2012 model year Tacoma vehicles. ? The Repair Procedure section has been updated. Service Bulletin No. TC004-06 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. Some 2005 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a squeak or creak noise from the clutch pedal when it is depressed or released. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
T-TT-0484-182018-03-12. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TT: Some customers may experience echoing on the line calling the vehicle when using Bluetooth Hands Free. This is caused by the phone Hands Free volume being too low. These settings may need to be reapplied any time the phone is paired to a new head unit, a phone update is applied, or the phone is un-paired and re-paired.
T-SB-0187-12_Rev2018-03-12. Service bulletin. TIRES. TSB: REVISION NOTICE February 12, 2018 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2018 model year vehicles. January 23, 2014 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2013 ? 2014 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. 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 at speeds less than 55 mph with little or no damage to the tire. The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (UTSMA) provides guidelines and recommendations for tire repair and replacement. It also provides information related to: ? Basic tire information ? Tire maintenance and safety ? Driver education, tire safety curriculum.
T-SB-0013-182018-03-12. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT; POWER TRAIN. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2017 model year Tacoma Double Cab 4WD vehicles equipped with a BD22 rear differential may exhibit a whine type noise from the rear of the vehicle. This condition may occur while driving around 50 mph at constant speed, slight acceleration, or slight deceleration and may be caused by rear differential vibration transferring through the chassis and body. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. APPLICABLE WARRANTY ? This repair is covered under the Toyota Basic Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle?s in-service date. ? Warranty application is limited to occurrence of the specified condition described in this bulletin.
T-SB-0011-182018-03-12. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE); POWER TRAIN. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2018 model year Tacoma 4WD vehicles may exhibit a cyclical groaning or grinding noise coming from the front differential in 2WD that is not present during 4WD operation. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. APPLICABLE WARRANTY ? This repair is covered under the Toyota Powertrain Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle?s in-service date. ? Warranty application is limited to occurrence of the specified condition described in this bulletin.
T-SB-0009-182018-03-12. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; SEATS. 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.
T-SB-0134-16_Rev2017-11-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. TSB: REVISION NOTICE October 30, 2017 Rev1: * Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year vehicles. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0012-13. 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.
T-SB-0304-172017-11-14. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. TSB: Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin.
T-SB-0273-17_Rev2017-11-14. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. TSB: REVISION NOTICE October 13, 2017 Rev1: ? The Warranty Information and Repair Procedure sections have been updated. Some 2016 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise from the rear leaf spring when traveling over speed bumps or with movement from loading and unloading the suspension.
T-SB-0103-16_Obs2017-10-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE September 12, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0279-17.

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