2011 Toyota Avalon Technical Service Bulletins

274 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2011 Toyota Avalon. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10133901Jan 29, 2013Equipment. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0012-13.
• 10133897Jan 29, 2013Electrical system. 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.
• 10060841Jan 29, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133915Jan 3, 2013Air 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.
• 10133878Jan 2, 2013Electrical system. 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…
• 10133964Dec 21, 2012Engine. Starting with the 2010 MY, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil.
• 10133962Dec 7, 2012Engine. Starting with the 2010 MY, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil.
• 10062011Nov 7, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133974Oct 4, 2012Body and structure. 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.
• 10061649Oct 4, 2012Tires. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10060779Oct 4, 2012Tires. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10074189Jun 19, 2012Steering. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061593Jun 19, 2012Steering. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10045140Jun 13, 2012Vehicle speed control. Toyota: accelerator pedal sensor assembly information regarding the inspection, removal, and installation, if lubrication or oil, is applied.
• 10044156Mar 13, 2012Engine cooling, Electrical system. Toyota: charging system inoperative. Some engines may exhibit insufficient charging performance from the alternator. An updated pulley assembly is available to address this condition.
• 10042855Oct 20, 2011Equipment. Toyota: a condition may exhibit in some vehicles where dust or powder is visible from hvac vents. A procedure for installation, blower motor cleaning, evaporator removal and hvac system cleaning has been designed for this condition.
• 10061609Sep 6, 2011Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10042555Sep 6, 2011Air bags, Seats. Toyota: information provided for replacing the seat covers for vehicles equipped with side airbags.
• 10037888Jan 4, 2011Engine cooling. Toyota: there may be a rattle noise coming from under the vehicle while driving. This may be caused by the fuel tank contacting the exhaust pipe.
• 10036967Mar 10, 2010Equipment. Toyota: floor mat installation during pds. Vehicles equipped with driver's side floor mat retaining clips to secure the floor mat in correct position.
• 10034284Feb 4, 2010Engine cooling. Toyota: techstream ecu flash reprogramming procedure. 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. Model years from 2001-2011.
• 10036931Jul 29, 2008Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Toyota: vehicles would have water leak condition in the headliner. This causes the foot well to be wet. It may result from moon roof drain hoses are loose or disconnected from drain pan nipple.
• 10197476May 4, 2001Equipment. Replacement vin plates.
• 10197473Jan 18, 1991Equipment. Product general information.

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