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Service bulletins for the 2016 Toyota Tundra

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.

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

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T-SB-0094-212021-12-13. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This service bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare the interior of the vehicle prior to an odor remediation being performed, as well as contact information for an approved vendor who will arrange the remediation, and instructions on how to prepare the interior of the vehicle for reassembly once the remediation has been completed. Refer to all model and model year specific Repair Manuals and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) website for the most up-to-date safety and precautionary guidelines. This service bulletin is to provide a general overview and direction for the odor remediation process.
17-0062020-11-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE; SEATS. Rear Seat Entertainment Overhead DVD
T-TT-0570-19 Rev2020-10-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. TT: Some 2014-2020 model year Tundra vehicles with a TRD skid plate may exhibit a ?creaking? or ?crackling? noise coming from the lower front end. The source of this noise has been pinpointed in several cases to the TRD skid plate contacting the frame crossmember.
T-SB-0030-202020-04-20. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. TSB: Some 2007 ? 2020 model year Tundra vehicles may exhibit corrosion or paint blistering on the front and/or rear lower door sill(s). Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
T-SB-0144-19_Rev2019-12-16. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 05, 2019 Rev1: ? The Warranty Information section has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2007 ? 2020 model year Tundra vehicles may exhibit surface corrosion and/or perforation corrosion on the back of the cab near the lower corner(s) of the center stop lamp assembly. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
T-SB-0144-192019-12-02. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. TSB: Some 2007 ? 2020 model year Tundra vehicles may exhibit surface corrosion and/or perforation corrosion on the back of the cab near the lower corner(s) of the center stop lamp assembly. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition
T-SB-0150-192019-11-18. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. TBS: Some 2007 ? 2020 model year Tundra (Crew Max) vehicles may exhibit a rust or perforation condition on the vehicle?s body behind the back window moulding. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
T-TT-0570-192019-09-16. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. TT: Some 2014-2020 Tundra vehicles with a TRD skid plate may exhibit a ?creaking? or ?crackling? noise coming from the lower front end. The source of this noise has been pinpointed in several cases to the TRD skid plate contacting the frame crossmember.
T-TT-0510-182019-01-07. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. TT: Precautions regarding lift point interference with frame hole plugs: To help prevent water from entering the vehicle's frame, hole plugs are installed in certain locations of the frame during manufacturing. ? One of the hole plug styles allow water to drain from the bottom of the frame yet block water from entering. ? This one-way drain plug is located near a usable frame lift point. If the technician does not take note of the location of one-way drain plug, it may be easily crushed by the shop lift's arm.
T-SB-0044-162018-07-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; STRUCTURE. TSB: 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-SB-0161-16_Rev2018-06-18. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. TSB: REVISION NOTICE May 18, 2018 Rev1: * Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year Tundra and 2017 - 2018 model year Sequoia vehicles. * The entire bulletin has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2008 - 2018 model year Sequoia and 2007 - 2018 model year Tundra vehicles may exhibit a popping noise during RH or LH front door operation. This noise may be due to a fracture/crack in the plastic over mold of the door check arm by the pivot area. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. NOTE If the vehicle is being repaired due to damage from an accident, this Service Bulletin and the part numbers listed do NOT apply.
T-SB-0044-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. TSB: 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-SB-0161-162018-04-02. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. TSB: Some 2008 ? 2016 Sequoia and 2007 ? 2017 model year Tundra vehicles may exhibit a loud popping noise when operating the front doors. Noise is due to a fracture/crack in the plastic over mold of the door check arm by the pivot area. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. NOTE If the vehicle is being repaired due to damage resulting from an accident, this Service Bulletin and part numbers listed do NOT apply. Follow normal parts order and Repair Procedures.
T-TT-0422-162018-04-02. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. TT: During use, some customers may notice damage to the Spray On Bed Liner (SOBL).
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-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-0277-172017-10-15. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS. TSB: Some 2014 ? 2017 model year Tundra vehicles equipped with clearance warning sonar ultrasonic sensors mounted in metal bumpers may alert that an object is detected when no objects are in the detection area. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
T-SB-0076-152017-08-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL. 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 has been a major focus for Toyota. To help remind customers that regular oil changes are essential to the proper maintenance of their vehicle, dealers are required to begin installing a first oil change reminder sticker prior to delivery. By doing this, customers will be reminded to return to your dealership for their first oil change. Your current oil change reminder sticker may be used. (See PDS Check Sheet item 8 of "Final Inspection & Cleaning.") A new PDS Check Sheet has been developed for the 2016 model year Tundra. Some check points have been added, expanded, or clarified. Bulletins are available for items in bold type.
T-SB-0075-152017-08-14. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL; 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 has been a major focus for Toyota. To help remind customers that regular oil changes are essential to the proper maintenance of their vehicle, dealers are required to begin installing a first oil change reminder sticker prior to delivery. By doing this, customers will be reminded to return to your dealership for their first oil change. Your current oil change reminder sticker may be used. (See PDS Check Sheet item 8 of "Final Inspection & Cleaning.") A new PDS Check Sheet has been developed for the 2016 model year Tundra. Some check points have been added, expanded, or clarified. Bulletins are available for items in bold type.
T-TT-0418-162017-08-14. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS; STRUCTURE. TT: Customer may note a "creaking" or "crackling" noise coming from the lower front end. This has been attributed in several cases to the TRD front skid plate contacting the frame cross member.
T-TT-0407-162016-12-20. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT. TT: WHEN CHANGING OIL ON A ’14-16’ MY TUNDRA WITH AN ACCESSORY SKID PLATE (PART NUMBER PT938-34140), THERE IS AN ACCESS PANEL TO GAIN EASY ACCESS TO THE OIL DRAIN PLUG AND FILTER.

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