Service bulletins for the 2021 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.
165 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| Toyota PRO21-UFR | 2021-06-21. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. UPDATES TO THE 2014-2021 TOYOTA UNIVERSAL FLAT RATE MANUAL |
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| T-TT-0651-21 | 2021-06-21. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN. TT: This Tech Tip applies to Tacoma vehicles equipped with a BD20 rear differential ? Part Number: 41110-04130. Some 2020-2021 model year Tacoma customers may be concerned with a whine noise heard from the rear of the vehicle when driving at highways speeds (40+ MPH) and applying light throttle or slowly decelerating. |
| T-TT-0611-20 Rev | 2021-06-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING 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-SB-0025-21 | 2021-06-21. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. TSB: Some 2020 ? 2021 model year vehicles equipped with Audio, Audio Plus, or Premium Audio (versions 1784) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Intermittent blank screen. ?Navigation map update fails. ?Album art inoperative. ?Pause function intermittently inoperative in CD mode. ?Intermittent DTC B15FE present. ?Abnormal energy flow screen appearance on Hybrid models. ?Abnormal phone call operation during Apple CarPlay®. ??No Information? displayed in Information Screen. ?No audio after voice guidance in Android Auto. ?Abnormal charging scheduling operation on RAV4 Prime models. ?Abnormal XM operation when using Apple CarPlay®. Follow the Multimedia Software Update Procedure in this bulletin to install the latest software version. |
| T-PG007-01 | 2021-06-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Replacement vin plates. |
| T-PG002-91 | 2021-06-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Product general information. |
| T-SB-0015-21 | 2021-04-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2021 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an FKS engine. |
| T-SB-0014-21 | 2021-04-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER. TSB: Some 2021 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with dual-zone automatic climate control and without the seat heater option may have Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) B14C0 and B14C1 (Right/Left Front Seat Heater Circuit) stored in the air conditioning amplifier. The air conditioning amplifier logic has been modified to address this condition. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. |
| T-SB-0032-20 Rev | 2021-03-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TSB: 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 ? 2021 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-0114-20 | 2020-12-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2021 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the wireless phone charger assembly rubber pad is deformed. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. |
| T-TT-0634-20 | 2020-12-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. TT: Some vehicles may experience an issue related to the DCM, the following information is consolidating the available diagnostic information in one document. |
| T-SB-0035-20 Rev | 2020-11-30. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TSB: A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load. Because of these factors, battery inspection and maintenance are required in order to ensure proper operation and optimal battery life. As a matter of policy, Toyota does not provide battery warranty coverage for discharged and/or failed batteries due to lack of maintenance. It is the dealer?s responsibility to maintain the specified State-Of-Charge (SOC) of the vehicle?s battery while in stock and ensure proper SOC at delivery. |
| T-SB-0037-20 Rev | 2020-11-30. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. 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-0028-20 Rev | 2020-11-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT. TSB: 2021 model year Toyota vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retainers to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize retainers for passenger side and rear seat floor mats. During Pre-Delivery Service (PDS), follow the appropriate Installation Procedure to attach the driver side, and if applicable, the passenger side and rear seat floor mats to the vehicle carpet using the floor mat retainers. If installation instructions are included in the floor mat kit, place the instructions in the vehicle?s glove box for customer reference. |
| T-SB-0084-20 | 2020-09-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 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 (including interior light, clock, and radio reset). ?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.?) This bulletin contains the PDS procedures which apply specifically to 2021 model year Tacoma vehicles. A universal PDS Check Sheet that contains PDS steps that apply to all 2021 model year Toyota vehicles has been developed. To properly perform a complete PDS, you must complete all procedures contained in this TSB as well as the universal PDS Check Sheet. In addition, if the vehicle is stored for over 30 days, be sure to follow Long-Term Vehicle Storage Guidelines. |
| T-SB-0084-20 | 2020-09-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; 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 (including interior light, clock, and radio reset). ?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.?) This bulletin contains the PDS procedures which apply specifically to 2021 model year Tacoma vehicles. A universal PDS Check Sheet that contains PDS steps that apply to all 2021 model year Toyota vehicles has been developed. To properly perform a complete PDS, you must complete all procedures contained in this TSB as well as the universal PDS Check Sheet. In addition, if the vehicle is stored for over 30 days, be sure to follow Long-Term Vehicle Storage Guidelines. |
| T-SB-0027-20 Obs | 2020-09-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE August 3, 2020: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete. |
| T-TT-0615-20 Rev | 2020-09-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; 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. |
| T-SB-0027-20 Obs | 2020-09-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE August 3, 2020: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete. |
| T-SB-0035-20 Rev | 2020-08-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. TSB: A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load. Because of these factors, battery inspection and maintenance are required in order to ensure proper operation and optimal battery life. As a matter of policy, Toyota does not provide battery warranty coverage for discharged and/or failed batteries due to lack of maintenance. It is the dealer?s responsibility to maintain the specified State-Of-Charge (SOC) of the vehicle?s battery while in stock and ensure proper SOC at delivery. To eliminate customer service concerns due to an undercharged battery during the first few weeks of ownership, ALL dealers should check battery SOC and recharge, if necessary, no more than 48 hours before delivery to the customer. |
| T-SB-0037-20 Rev | 2020-08-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. 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-0028-20 Rev | 2020-08-17. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. TSB: All 2021 model year Toyota vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retainers to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize retainers for passenger side and rear seat floor mats. During Pre-Delivery Service (PDS), follow the appropriate Installation Procedure to attach the driver side, and if applicable, the passenger side and rear seat floor mats to the vehicle carpet using the floor mat retainers. If installation instructions are included in the floor mat kit, place the instructions in the vehicle?s glove box for customer reference. |
| T-TT-0611-20 | 2020-06-22. 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-0606-20 | 2020-05-11. 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-0039-20 | 2020-05-11. Service bulletin. 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 either 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. |
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