2023 Toyota Highlander Technical Service Bulletins

130 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2023 Toyota Highlander. 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.

• 11006149Jul 12, 2024Body and structure. Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage to the painted surfaces can occur. Acid rain damage can typically be identified on vehicles by the presence of stains on the paint surface…
• 11005122Jun 21, 2024Body and structure. Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor 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 and treat the interior of the vehicle…
• 11005064Jun 21, 2024Body and structure. Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor 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 and treat the interior of the vehicle…
• 11005119Jun 19, 2024Engine. This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 – 2025 model year Toyota vehicles.
• 11005061Jun 19, 2024Engine. This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 – 2025 model year Toyota vehicles.
• 11005098Jun 13, 2024Other or unknown. Second Key Delivery Program Frequently Asked Questions
• 11005097Jun 13, 2024Other or unknown. The supply of Smart Keys available for Toyota vehicles has been temporarily limited to one (1) on select models since October 2022 due to global semiconductor shortages impacting certain microchips. Affected vehicles have been delivered with only one Smart Key and a second mechanical key.
• 11005094Jun 13, 2024Other or unknown. The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated during each phase launch and as more details become available.
• 11005040Jun 13, 2024Other or unknown. Second Key Delivery Program Frequently Asked Questions
• 11005039Jun 13, 2024Other or unknown. The supply of Smart Keys available for Toyota vehicles has been temporarily limited to one (1) on select models since October 2022 due to global semiconductor shortages impacting certain microchips. Affected vehicles have been delivered with only one Smart Key and a second mechanical key.
• 11005036Jun 13, 2024Other or unknown. The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated during each phase launch and as more details become available.
• 11005107Jun 10, 2024Electrical system. Technical instructions for special service campaign 24tc03 data communicaton module (dcm) update certain 2023 corolla, corolla cross, corolla hatchback, corolla hv, gr corolla, crown, highlander, highlander hv, prius, rav4, rav4 prime, rav4 hv, venza hv
• 11005103Jun 10, 2024Electrical system. The Data Communication Module (DCM), which supports Toyota Connected Services in your vehicle, may not have activated properly during vehicle delivery. This results in all connected services becoming inoperative, including Safety Connect features such as the SOS emergency calling feature.
• 11005102Jun 10, 2024Electrical system. The Data Communication Module (DCM), which supports Toyota Connected Services in your vehicle, may not have activated properly during vehicle delivery. This results in all connected services becoming inoperative, including Safety Connect features such as the SOS emergency calling feature.
• 11005049Jun 10, 2024Electrical system. Technical instructions for special service campaign 24tc03 data communicaton module (dcm) update certain 2023 corolla, corolla cross, corolla hatchback, corolla hv, gr corolla, crown, highlander, highlander hv, prius, rav4, rav4 prime, rav4 hv, venza hv
• 11005045Jun 10, 2024Electrical system. The Data Communication Module (DCM), which supports Toyota Connected Services in your vehicle, may not have activated properly during vehicle delivery. This results in all connected services becoming inoperative, including Safety Connect features such as the SOS emergency calling feature.
• 11005044Jun 10, 2024Electrical system. The Data Communication Module (DCM), which supports Toyota Connected Services in your vehicle, may not have activated properly during vehicle delivery. This results in all connected services becoming inoperative, including Safety Connect features such as the SOS emergency calling feature.
• 11005083Jun 6, 2024Other or unknown. Second Key Delivery Program
• 11005082Jun 6, 2024Other or unknown. The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated during each phase launch and as more details become available.
• 11005025Jun 6, 2024Other or unknown. Second Key Delivery Program
• 11005024Jun 6, 2024Other or unknown. The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated during each phase launch and as more details become available.
• 11005181May 31, 2024Other or unknown. Second Key Delivery Program Frequently Asked Questions
• 11005180May 31, 2024Other or unknown. The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated during each phase launch and as more details become available.
• 11005153May 17, 2024Body and structure. Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination.
• 11005149May 15, 2024Body and structure. Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. This type of contamination can be identified by the presence of small, red or brown particles on the paint surface. These particles are often difficult to see on dark color paints but can be easily felt when brushing a hand across…
• 11003651Apr 22, 2024Body and structure. Some 2020 􀂱 2023 model year Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a water leak from the roof rack attachment clips. This may be caused by the sealant in the roof channel obstructing the proper seating position for the clip gasket.
• 11003596Apr 22, 2024Body and structure. Some 2020 􀂱 2023 model year Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a water leak from the roof rack attachment clips. This may be caused by the sealant in the roof channel obstructing the proper seating position for the clip gasket.
• 11003647Apr 19, 2024Body and structure. To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer. Consequently, the film should remain on the wheel for as long as possible. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information…
• 11003644Apr 19, 2024Body and structure. Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage to the painted surfaces can occur. Acid rain damage can typically be identified on vehicles by the presence of stains on the paint surface…
• 11003592Apr 19, 2024Body and structure. To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer. Consequently, the film should remain on the wheel for as long as possible. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information…
• 11003589Apr 19, 2024Body and structure. Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage to the painted surfaces can occur. Acid rain damage can typically be identified on vehicles by the presence of stains on the paint surface…
• 11003628Apr 12, 2024Other or unknown. The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated during each phase launch and as more details become available.
• 11003573Apr 12, 2024Other or unknown. The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated during each phase launch and as more details become available.
• 11003619Apr 11, 2024Electrical system. Customers have expressed concerns about the performance of Qi Wireless Chargers. Wireless chargers on applicable vehicles are designed to work with Qi Certified devices only. MagSafe devices, that are not Qi Certified, may not charge as expected with Qi Wireless Chargers.
• 11003564Apr 11, 2024Electrical system. Customers have expressed concerns about the performance of Qi Wireless Chargers. Wireless chargers on applicable vehicles are designed to work with Qi Certified devices only. MagSafe devices, that are not Qi Certified, may not charge as expected with Qi Wireless Chargers.
• 11003607Apr 1, 2024Electrical system. Some customers have complained that the wireless functions of their Key Fob stop working. Key Fob LEDs will not turn ON, but engine starts with key held up against start button. Key battery voltage is confirmed OK and no DTC/RoB is found. This condition may occur if customer places Key Fob near wireless charger while phone is charging. When the key battery is removed and reinstalled, the Key Fob begins to operate…
• 11003552Apr 1, 2024Electrical system. Some customers have complained that the wireless functions of their Key Fob stop working. Key Fob LEDs will not turn ON, but engine starts with key held up against start button. Key battery voltage is confirmed OK and no DTC/RoB is found. This condition may occur if customer places Key Fob near wireless charger while phone is charging. When the key battery is removed and reinstalled, the Key Fob begins to operate…
• 10253241Mar 18, 2024Equipment. TSB: A head unit software update is now available for 2023 model year Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, and Mirai vehicles equipped with Toyota Multimedia (earlier than version 2050). This software update includes the following improvements: ?User interface design. ?Intelligent assistant. ?Navigation lane guidance. ?Phone book search. ?Bug fixes
• 10253235Mar 12, 2024Electrical system. The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated during each phase launch and as more details become available.
• 10253234Mar 12, 2024Electrical system. DP: The subject vehicles were delivered with only one (1) Smart Key on select models since October 2022 due to a global semiconductor shortage impacting certain microchips. The affected vehicles were delivered with one (1) Smart Key and a second mechanical key.
• 10253225Mar 4, 2024Electrical system. TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and can never be reused. Another feature, Add/Remove Key, is also available. Once a key is removed, it can never be reused.
• 10253223Mar 4, 2024Engine cooling. This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.
• 10253220Mar 1, 2024Other or unknown. The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated during each phase launch and as more details become available.
• 10253219Mar 1, 2024Other or unknown. DP: The subject vehicles were delivered with only one (1) Smart Key on select models since October 2022 due to a global semiconductor shortage impacting certain microchips. The affected vehicles were delivered with one (1) Smart Key and a second mechanical key.
• 10252251Feb 15, 2024Electrical system, Brakes, Lane departure, Engine cooling. TSB: Some 2018 ? 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS, A25A-FXS, M20A-FKS, or M20A-FXS engine may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Milky/discolored engine oil. ?An ?Oil Pressure Low? warning message on the Multi-information Display (MID). ?A MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P05202A (Engine Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch ?A? Signal Stuck in Range) and/or P052477…
• 10247824Nov 21, 2023Electrical system. TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 23TJ01 Second Key Delivery Program Multiple Models and Model Years
• 10247823Nov 21, 2023Electrical system. RL: The supply of Smart Keys available for Toyota vehicles has been temporarily limited to one (1) on select models since October 2022 due to global semiconductor shortages impacting certain microchips. Affected vehicles have been delivered with only one Smart Key and a second mechanical key.
• 10247822Nov 21, 2023Electrical system. DP: The subject vehicles were delivered with only one (1) Smart Key on select models since October 2022 due to a global semiconductor shortage impacting certain microchips. The affected vehicles were delivered with one (1) Smart Key and a second mechanical key.
• 10247817Nov 17, 2023Electrical system, Engine cooling. TSB: Some 2023 model year Highlander vehicles equipped with a T24A-FTS engine may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P05CE00 (Cold Start ?B? Camshaft Position Timing Performance Bank 1). The Engine Control Module (ECM) (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) logic has been modified to reduce the possibility of this condition. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this…
• 10247809Nov 15, 2023Electrical system. TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 23TJ01 Second Key Delivery Program Multiple Models and Model Years

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