2016 Toyota Tacoma Technical Service Bulletins

410 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 Toyota Tacoma. 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.

• 10149193Aug 16, 2018Equipment. Dealer Package: There is a possibility that the blower motor fan hub in the involved vehicles was produced with improper dimensions. A blower motor fan hub with improper dimensions may develop a crack over time. If a vehicle is continuously operated with this condition, the damage may worsen, leading to an abnormal noise and eventually an inoperable blower motor fan.
• 10149192Aug 16, 2018Equipment. Region Letter: There is a possibility that the blower motor fan hub in the involved vehicles was produced with improper dimensions. A blower motor fan hub with improper dimensions may develop a crack over time. If a vehicle is continuously operated with this condition, the damage may worsen, leading to an abnormal noise and eventually an inoperable blower motor fan.
• 10149191Aug 16, 2018Equipment. Region Email: There is a possibility that the blower motor fan hub in the involved vehicles was produced with improper dimensions. A blower motor fan hub with improper dimensions may develop a crack over time. If a vehicle is continuously operated with this condition, the damage may worsen, leading to an abnormal noise and eventually an inoperable blower motor fan.
• 10149985Aug 15, 2018Engine. TSB: REVISION NOTICE August 15, 2018 Rev1: ? The Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year Highlander, Sienna, and Tacoma vehicles. ? The Introduction and Warranty Information sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2GR-FKS-equipped Camry (2018 model year), Highlander, Sienna (both 2017 ? 2018 model year), and Tacoma (2016 ? 2018 model…
• 10149186Aug 15, 2018Engine. TSB: REVISION NOTICE August 15, 2018 Rev1: ? The Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year Highlander, Sienna, and Tacoma vehicles. ? The Introduction and Warranty Information sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2GR-FKS-equipped Camry (2018 model year), Highlander, Sienna (both 2017 ? 2018 model year), and Tacoma (2016 ? 2018 model…
• 10149973Aug 8, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: REVISION NOTICE August 8, 2018 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year Tacoma vehicles. ? The Production Change Information section has been added and the Parts Information section has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2016 ? 2018 model year Tacoma Double Cab 4WD vehicles equipped with a BD22 rear differential may exhibit a whine…
• 10149174Aug 8, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: REVISION NOTICE August 8, 2018 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year Tacoma vehicles. ? The Production Change Information section has been added and the Parts Information section has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2016 ? 2018 model year Tacoma Double Cab 4WD vehicles equipped with a BD22 rear differential may exhibit a whine…
• 10143953Jul 31, 2018Equipment. TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev2: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 Rev1: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. 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, PG006-01, PG004-97…
• 10143952Jul 31, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year Tacoma vehicles. ? The Parts Information and Calibration Information sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2016 ? 2018 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with a 2GR engine and an AC60 transmission may exhibit a surge feeling under the following…
• 10143948Jul 26, 2018Engine cooling. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2018 model year Tacoma, 2017 ? 2018 model year Sienna, Highlander, and 2018 model year Camry vehicles equipped with a 2GR-FKS engine may exhibit an engine oil leak from the cam sensor bolt hole(s). Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
• 10143936Jul 19, 2018Equipment. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2018 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a condition where the air conditioning system shuts down and stops blowing cool air during periods of extended engine idle with ambient temperatures greater than 100°F. Follow the Repair Procedure in the bulletin to address this condition.
• 10143932Jul 17, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2018 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with a 2GR-FKS engine and an automatic transmission may exhibit a stumble at wide open throttle takeoff during operation in a high-altitude area. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
• 10143928Jul 9, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with a 2GR engine and an AC60 transmission may exhibit a surge feeling under the following conditions: ? Vehicle is traveling between 40 ? 50 mph ? Transmission is in fourth or fifth gear ? During torque converter lock-up The Engine Control Module/ECM (SAE Term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) logic has been revised to address this condition. Follow the…
• 10143927Jul 6, 2018Equipment. TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0043-14. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2017 ? 2018 model year Toyota vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0043-14 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once…
• 10143922Jul 2, 2018Body and structure. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2018 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with an LED type center high mount stop lamp may exhibit a water leak into the rear of the cab. Upon closer inspection, it may become apparent that the water leak is coming from the space between the center high mount stop lamp and the body of the vehicle. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
• 10146003Jun 28, 2018Suspension, Body and structure. TT: Some 2016-2018 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a squeak or rattle noise from the FR RH (No.1) Body Mount Bushing when driving over uneven roads or bumps. Make sure to confirm that the noise is coming from the FR RH (No.1) Body Mount Bushing before proceeding.
• 10145994Jun 26, 2018Electrical system. TSB: Some 2016 ? 2017 model year Tacoma D-Cab vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions (some conditions may be intermittent). ? No sound from speakers ? No bass from speakers ? Muffled sound from speakers ? Inoperative power door locks ? Inoperative power windows ? No answer-back (beep/chirp) after locking the doors via key fob ? Interior illumination inoperative (lighting within HVAC controls…
• 10142877Jun 8, 2018Suspension. TSB: REVISION NOTICE June 8, 2018 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year Tacoma vehicles. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. October 13, 2017 Rev1: ? The Warranty Information and Repair Procedure sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2016 ?
• 10141503May 3, 2018Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. TT: The Tacoma BD20 Rear Differential has two active part numbers for the fasteners that attach the differential carrier to the axle housing. Vehicles Equipped with BD20 Differential: - Tacoma 4x4 ? 4 cylinder ? Automatic Transmission - Tacoma 4x4 ? 6 cylinder ? Automatic Transmission - Tacoma PreRunner. There are 10 fasteners on the BD20 differential (12mm fastener / 8 mm stud). The fastener part numbers are…
• 10152122Mar 22, 2018Suspension, Body and structure. TT: Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak or rattle noise from the FR RH Body Mount Bushing when driving over uneven roads or bumps. Make sure to confirm that noise is coming from RH FR (No.1) Body Mount Bushing before proceeding.
• 10152116Mar 16, 2018Electrical system, Equipment. TSB: REVISION NOTICE March 16, 2018 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year vehicles. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0103-16 and T-SB-0337-17. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Service Bulletin No…
• 10152109Mar 9, 2018Equipment. 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.
• 10130004Feb 23, 2018Engine, Fuel system. 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.
• 10129996Feb 21, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. 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…
• 10129995Feb 21, 2018Equipment. 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.
• 10131759Feb 12, 2018Tires. 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…
• 10129977Feb 12, 2018Tires. 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…
• 10131757Feb 6, 2018Back-over prevention (rear camera), Transmission and drivetrain, Suspension. 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…
• 10129975Feb 6, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. 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…
• 10131752Feb 5, 2018Transmission and drivetrain, Back-over prevention (rear camera). 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…
• 10129970Feb 5, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. 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…
• 10131750Feb 2, 2018Equipment. 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.
• 10129968Feb 2, 2018Equipment, 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.
• 10131725Jan 22, 2018Body and 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…
• 10131713Jan 11, 2018Equipment. 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…
• 10131712Jan 11, 2018Fuel system. 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…
• 10197494Dec 12, 2017Equipment. Technician Certification Requirements.
• 10133659Nov 28, 2017Equipment. TT: Some customers may experience poor outgoing Bluetooth sound quality, this can occur for various reasons. Current multimedia systems are designed with the ability to adjust Bluetooth sound quality to compensate for Echo or excessive background noise.
• 10133658Nov 28, 2017Equipment. TT: For customer concerns of no or poor outgoing sound from the Bluetooth systems there are diagnostics in the repair manual which can be performed to diagnose the condition.
• 10133654Nov 22, 2017Electrical system. TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 22, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2014 ? 2018 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. In the event that a Toyota vehicle becomes submerged in water, many components may be physically damaged. Electrical and electronic components, including wiring harnesses, are particularly susceptible to corrosion and subsequent…
• 10133645Nov 20, 2017Engine. 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 knocking noise from the vacuum pump. Follow the Repair Procedure below to address this condition.
• 10146519Nov 14, 2017Brakes. TSB: Some 2015 ? 2018 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit brake vibration due to improper lug nut torque. Brake vibration can occur at any time if improper torque is applied to lug nuts. Even one lug nut over or under torqued can cause vibration.
• 10123430Oct 30, 2017Equipment. 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…
• 10123420Oct 27, 2017Body and structure. 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.
• 10132697Oct 24, 2017Equipment. TT: Some vehicles may exhibit an error message when trying to perform a radio software update: "Unable to update the software. Please try again later." If the following screen is seen; follow the directions below.
• 10123395Oct 13, 2017Suspension. 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.
• 10119418Sep 12, 2017Equipment. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE September 12, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0279-17.
• 10119407Sep 8, 2017Equipment. TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0103-16. The entire bulletin has been updated. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0103-16 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding.
• 10119400Sep 1, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: REVISION NOTICE September 1, 2017 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to include 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. The Introduction, Production Change Information, and Repair Procedure sections have been updated. Some 2016 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission may exhibit a vibration felt in the seat, floorboard, and/or steering wheel between 10 ? 30 mph caused by a…
• 10132470Aug 17, 2017Suspension. TSB: 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. Follow the Repair Procedure below to address this condition.

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