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Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) is Toyota’s suite of active safety and driver-assist technologies. Learn what TSS 3.0 does, how it differs from earlier versions, and how Serra Toyota in Birmingham keeps your system working the way it should.
TSS 3.0 uses a higher-resolution, wider-angle forward camera and an improved radar sensor with a longer, wider field of view. On certain vehicles, TSS 3.0 can also receive over-the-air software updates without a trip to the dealership.
Watches for vehicles, pedestrians, and bicyclists ahead, warns you of a potential frontal collision, and can apply brake assist or automatic braking.
New in 3.0: motorcyclist detection and enhanced intersection support for oncoming and crossing traffic in certain situations.
Above 30 mph, alerts you to an unintended lane departure and adds gentle corrective steering if you don’t respond.
New in 3.0: recognizes certain 3D lane boundaries, such as some types of guardrails.
Adaptive cruise control that holds a preset following distance from the vehicle ahead at set speeds above 20 mph.
New in 3.0: four following-distance settings instead of three, plus smoother, more natural speed adjustments.
Works with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control to help keep your vehicle centered, using lane markings and the path of the vehicle ahead.
New in 3.0: can shift position within the lane for more space when passing objects in an adjacent lane. On vehicles with a driver monitor camera, the Emergency Driving Stop System can bring the vehicle to a stop if the driver is inattentive and unresponsive.
Reads speed limit, stop, do not enter, and yield signs, shows them on the Multi-Information Display, and can alert you if you’re over the posted limit.
New in 3.0: recognizes more sign types, including warning signs like pedestrian crossings.
Above 25 mph, switches between high and low beams automatically to improve your view at night while reducing glare for other drivers.
Available on certain TSS 3.0 vehicles, Proactive Driving Assist provides gentle braking and steering support in everyday driving:
Toyota Safety Sense does not replace safe, attentive driving. Effectiveness depends on road, weather, and vehicle conditions. Features and availability vary by model; see the Owner’s Manual for limitations.
Shopping used or own an older Toyota? Here’s what earlier TSS versions generally include. Exact features vary by model and year, so check your Owner’s Manual or ask our team with your VIN.
Safety Connect is part of Toyota Connected Services. Press the in-vehicle SOS button to reach Toyota’s 24/7 response center in an emergency. Subscription required; see Toyota for trial and plan details.
Emergency Assistance Button
Automatic Collision Notification
Roadside Assistance
Stolen Vehicle Locator
TSS depends on a forward camera behind the windshield and a front radar sensor. A TSS warning light, a cracked windshield, collision repair, or suspension work can all affect how the system performs. Serra Toyota’s Toyota-trained technicians at 1300 Center Point Parkway can inspect your system and tell you what it needs.
Toyota Safety Sense is Toyota’s suite of active safety and driver-assist technologies, including the Pre-Collision System, Lane Departure Alert, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist, Road Sign Assist, and Automatic High Beams.
TSS 3.0 adds an upgraded camera and radar, motorcyclist detection, enhanced intersection support, four cruise distance settings, recognition of more road signs, and Proactive Driving Assist on certain vehicles. Some vehicles can also receive over-the-air software updates.
It depends on the model and year. Check your Owner’s Manual or window sticker, or contact Serra Toyota with your VIN and we’ll look it up for you.
No. Toyota Safety Sense supports the driver but does not replace safe, attentive driving. You’re always responsible for controlling the vehicle.
Check your Owner’s Manual for what the light means, keep the windshield and front sensor area clean, and schedule service if the light stays on. Serra Toyota’s service team can inspect the system for you.
