2015 Scion tC

66 Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)

TSB List for the 2015 Scion tC

Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 tC are official communications between Scion & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

  • ENGINE (PWS)
  • POWER TRAIN
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
  • VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:ENGINE COOLANT HOSES AND FITTINGS
  • STRUCTURE:BODY
  • WHEELS
  • EQUIPMENT
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
  • EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • ENGINE (PWS)

    • TSB #S-SB-0015-14 Rev

      Date Announced:
      MAY 26, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132574

      SB: 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. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0073-13

      Date Announced:
      JUL 08, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10061344

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0073-13 Rev

      Date Announced:
      JUL 08, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132743

      Tech Tip: Starting with the 2010 Model Year, Scion began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w20 viscosity engine oil. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0015-14

      Date Announced:
      JUN 06, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10060691

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0008-14

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133698

      Customer retention and proper maintenance of vehicles has been a major focus for Toyota and Scion. To help remind customers that regular oil changes are essential to the proper maintenance of their vehicle, dealers are required to begin ... Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #S-SB-0005-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109413

      TSB: World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) was introduced to reduce maintenance costs and increase the mileage between scheduled maintenance checks. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0024-14

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109416

      TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON," shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Read More »

    • TSB #S SB 0024 14A

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200383

      Automatic/Continuously Variable Transmission Replacement Precautions Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #S-SB-0005-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109413

      TSB: World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) was introduced to reduce maintenance costs and increase the mileage between scheduled maintenance checks. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0024-14

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109416

      TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON," shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

    • TSB #S-SB-0003-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109412

      TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #S-SB-0012-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 29, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111145

      SSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0012-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 29, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111295

      SSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0003-14 Rev

      Date Announced:
      MAY 20, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132573

      SSB: Scion models equipped with the BeSpoke? Premium Audio featuring Aha? require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB drive to update the map, points of interest, Gracenote?, and system software. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0023-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111202

      SSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0023-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111395

      SSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Read More »

    • TSB #S SB 0017 14A

      Date Announced:
      JUL 07, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200379

      Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

    • TSB #S-SB-0012-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 29, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111145

      SSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0012-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 29, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111295

      SSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0004-14

      Date Announced:
      APR 14, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10060888

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    • TSB #S-TT-0094-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 16, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111157

      TT: iPhone text messages do not appear on multi media display. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0004-15

      Date Announced:
      APR 21, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111203

      SSB: Some 2013 - 2015 model year Scion vehicles equipped with BeSpoke? Premium Audio featuring Aha (version less than 14.1. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0015-14

      Date Announced:
      JUN 06, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132773

      TSB: 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. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:ENGINE COOLANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

    STRUCTURE:BODY

    • TSB #S-SB-0002-15

      Date Announced:
      FEB 11, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111224

      SSB: 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. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0002-15

      Date Announced:
      FEB 11, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111360

      SSB: 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. Read More »

    WHEELS

    • TSB #S-SB-0003-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109412

      TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #S-TT-0116-19

      Date Announced:
      JAN 03, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10153260

      TT: In certain cases of leaking air conditioning systems, the root cause of the leak is inadvertently overlooked, causing a repeat repair. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0015-14 Rev

      Date Announced:
      MAY 26, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10134472

      SB: 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. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0003-14 Rev

      Date Announced:
      MAY 20, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10134471

      SSB: Scion models equipped with the BeSpoke? Premium Audio featuring Aha? require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB drive to update the map, points of interest, Gracenote?, and system software. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0023-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111395

      SSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0008-14

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10060891

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0006-14

      Date Announced:
      APR 17, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10060890

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0005-14

      Date Announced:
      APR 14, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10060889

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0004-14

      Date Announced:
      APR 14, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131828

      Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to keep vehicles factory fresh and ready for delivery. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

    • TSB #S-TT-0094-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 16, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111157

      TT: iPhone text messages do not appear on multi media display. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0094-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 16, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111307

      TT: iPhone text messages do not appear on multi media display. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0004-15

      Date Announced:
      APR 21, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111396

      SSB: Some 2013 - 2015 model year Scion vehicles equipped with BeSpoke? Premium Audio featuring Aha(version less than 14.1. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0023-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111202

      SSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0090-15

      Date Announced:
      JAN 30, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111250

      TT: Some vehicles equipped with Display Audio may exhibit a condition where the touch screen is inoperative. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0090-15

      Date Announced:
      JAN 30, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111340

      TT: Some vehicles equipped with Display Audio may exhibit a condition where the touch screen is inoperative. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0006-14

      Date Announced:
      APR 17, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133696

      Some 2015 model year vehicles are equipped with a Smart Key system, which allows the customer to enter and start the vehicle without using a mechanical key. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0006-14

      Date Announced:
      APR 17, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133753

      Some 2015 model year vehicles are equipped with a Smart Key system, which allows the customer to enter and start the vehicle without using a mechanical key. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES

    • TSB #S-SB-0017-14 Rev

      Date Announced:
      JUL 25, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132725

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0017-14

      Date Announced:
      JUL 07, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132722

      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. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

    • TSB #S-TT-0094-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 16, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111157

      TT: iPhone text messages do not appear on multi media display. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0094-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 16, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111307

      TT: iPhone text messages do not appear on multi media display. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0004-15

      Date Announced:
      APR 21, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111203

      SSB: Some 2013 - 2015 model year Scion vehicles equipped with BeSpoke? Premium Audio featuring Aha (version less than 14.1. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0004-15

      Date Announced:
      APR 21, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111396

      SSB: Some 2013 - 2015 model year Scion vehicles equipped with BeSpoke? Premium Audio featuring Aha(version less than 14.1. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0090-15

      Date Announced:
      JAN 30, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111250

      TT: Some vehicles equipped with Display Audio may exhibit a condition where the touch screen is inoperative. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0090-15

      Date Announced:
      JAN 30, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111340

      TT: Some vehicles equipped with Display Audio may exhibit a condition where the touch screen is inoperative. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

    • TSB #S-SB-0004-15

      Date Announced:
      APR 21, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111203

      SSB: Some 2013 - 2015 model year Scion vehicles equipped with BeSpoke? Premium Audio featuring Aha (version less than 14.1. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0004-15

      Date Announced:
      APR 21, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111396

      SSB: Some 2013 - 2015 model year Scion vehicles equipped with BeSpoke? Premium Audio featuring Aha(version less than 14.1. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    • TSB #S-SB-0008-14

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133698

      Customer retention and proper maintenance of vehicles has been a major focus for Toyota and Scion. To help remind customers that regular oil changes are essential to the proper maintenance of their vehicle, dealers are required to begin ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #20R001 Toyota Cu

      Date Announced:
      JUL 15, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10178780

      DL: Toyota plans to send Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices for the above referenced campaigns to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. Read More »

    • TSB #S-S-0003-14_Obso

      Date Announced:
      DEC 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10170191

      TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE December 20, 2019: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0005-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111187

      SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0007-14

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133697

      PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE CHECK SHEET Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0007-14

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133754

      PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE CHECK SHEET Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0008-14

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133755

      Customer retention and proper maintenance of vehicles has been a major focus for Toyota and Scion. To help remind customers that regular oil changes are essential to the proper maintenance of their vehicle, dealers are required to begin ... Read More »

    • TSB #2015 TC

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10072397

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    • TSB #S-SB-0005-14

      Date Announced:
      APR 14, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131829

      2015 model year vehicles are equipped with driver?s side floor mat retaining clips to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may utilize retaining clips for passenger side floor mats as well. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • TSB #S-SB-0012-14-Rev

      Date Announced:
      AUG 29, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10152156

      TSB: REVISION NOTICE August 23, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 model year xB vehicles, 2015 ? 2016 model year tC vehicles, and 2016 model year iM vehicles. ? The Parts Information section has been updated. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0035-13 Rev

      Date Announced:
      NOV 10, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132900

      TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 10, 2016 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 model year xB vehicles, 2016 model year iM vehicles, and 2015 ? 2016 tC vehicles. ? The Parts Information section has been updated. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0005-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111187

      SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0005-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111570

      SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts. Read More »

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