2002 LEXUS ES300
2 recalls, 194 complaints - 105 TSBs
01V372000 Dec 11, 2001
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A THREE-SPOKE STYLE STEERING WHEEL. DURING AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE BOTTOM SEAM OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG MODULE COVER (HORN PAD) COULD BE TORN AWAY ALLOWING THE BOTTOM PORTION OF THE COVER TO COMPLETELY DETACH FROM ... Read more
Consequence
IF THIS SHOULD OCCUR, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE DETACHED BOTTOM PORTION MAY STRIKE THE DRIVER CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 28, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331 OR LEXUS AT ... Read more
01V371000 Dec 11, 2001
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE TUBE MAY HAVE BEEN DEFORMED PRIOR TO VEHICLE DELIVERY DUE TO IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF A COIL SPRING SPACER THAT WAS INSTALLED TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE DURING TRANSPORTATION.
Consequence
IF THE BRAKE TUBE IS DEFORMED SIGNIFICANTLY, IT COULD CONTACT THE INNER FENDER PANEL, AND EVENTUALLY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE TUBE DUE TO VIBRATION DURING DRIVING. BRAKE TUBE DAMAGE COULD ALSO LEAD TO BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE AFTER EXTENDED USE OF THE VEHICLE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT BRAKE LINE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE LINE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 1, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT LEXUS AT 1-888-... Read more
Complaint Statistics
194 total complaints
50 crashes 6 fires 33 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 37 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 36 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL | 13 |
| POWER TRAIN | 12 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 9 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | 6 |
| TIRES | 6 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) | 5 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 5 |
SEATS
Aug 24, 2018
Incident date: Sep 25, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LEXUS ES300. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS STOPPED IN TRAFFIC, THE VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED AT 45 MPH BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. BOTH THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEATS COLLAPSED. AS A RESULT, THE REAR PASSENGERS SUSTAINED TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE DR... Read more
Crash
3 injured
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Dec 18, 2017
Incident date: Dec 8, 2017
I REPLACED THE BATTERY ON MY LEXUS AND IT WOULD NO LONGER IDLE YOU TAKE YOUR FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR AND THE ENGINE DIES.. THE COMPUTER LOST THE IDLE PARAMETERS THIS IS DANGEROUS AS I TURNED LEFT OFF ONE ROAD TO ANOTHER TOOK MY FOOT FROM ACCELARATOR TO BRAKE ENGINE DIED AND I LOST POWER STEERING... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 9, 2017
Incident date: May 6, 2017
2002 LEXUS EXCELERATED ON IT'S OWN.I WAS GETTING ON FREEWAY I STEPPED ON GAS TO GO WITH FLOW OF TRAFFIC , THEN TRAFFIC STARTED BACKING UP SO I WENT TO USE BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN BUT CAR KEPT EXCELERATING. I HAD TO USE BOTH FEET TO TRY TO STOP ,THEN I FELT A POP FROM GAS PEDAL AT THAT TIME IT STOPPED EX... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 29, 2016
Incident date: Jun 13, 2016
WHILE DRIVING ON A FREEWAY THE CAR MADE A SUDDEN & BRIEF SHUTTER IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWED BY LOSS OF RESPONSE BY THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. I IMMEDIATELY BEGAN TO MOVE OFF THE FREEWAY KNOWING THAT SOMETHING WAS WRONG WITH MY CAR. UPON GETTING O THE OFF RAMP I SAW FLAMES COMING FROM AROUND THE FRONT LEFT TI... Read more
Fire
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 29, 2016
Incident date: Jun 13, 2016
WHILE DRIVING ON A FREEWAY THE CAR MADE A SUDDEN & BRIEF SHUTTER IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWED BY LOSS OF RESPONSE BY THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. I IMMEDIATELY BEGAN TO MOVE OFF THE FREEWAY KNOWING THAT SOMETHING WAS WRONG WITH MY CAR. UPON GETTING O THE OFF RAMP I SAW FLAMES COMING FROM AROUND THE FRONT LEFT TI... Read more
Fire
AIR BAGS
May 28, 2016
Incident date: Jan 7, 2016
SIDE AIRBAGS NEAR WINDSHIELD ARE LEAKING WHEN IT RAINS. AT FIRST IT WAS A SLOW LEAK, BUT REALLY POURS IN NOW
ENGINE
May 13, 2016
Incident date: Sep 2, 2015
LARGE CLOUD OF WHITE/GRAY SMOKE WHEN CAR SITS OVERNIGHT FROM PREVIOUS NIGHT DRIVING. AFTER RESEARCHING ONLINE THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM. THERE WAS A LAWSUIT FILED BECAUSE OF THIS. WHY NOT A RECALL????
ENGINE
Jan 25, 2016
Incident date: Jan 4, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LEXUS ES300. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THERE WERE FLAMES AND A BLACK SUBSTANCE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT OF THE VEHICLE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO ... Read more
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jan 17, 2015
Incident date: Jan 8, 2015
ON 1/8/15 AT APPROX. 9:30 AM, I WAS DRIVING TO WORK SOUTH ON HWY 95 NEAR EXIT 67 . SUDDENLY, OTHER DRIVERS WERE FRANTICALLY WAVING AT ME TO PULL OVER ONTO THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY. WHAT THEY SAW ( AND WHICH I COULDN'T), WAS THAT THERE WERE FLAMES UNDER MY CAR. I PULLED OVER AND GOT OUT OF THE CA... Read more
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 9, 2014
Incident date: Oct 25, 2013
DEALER AND FINANCE COMPANY CLAIM CLEAN TITLE BUT DOCUMENTS REFLECT OTHERWISE. *TR
POWER TRAIN
Jul 9, 2014
Incident date: Oct 25, 2013
DEALER AND FINANCE COMPANY CLAIM CLEAN TITLE BUT DOCUMENTS REFLECT OTHERWISE. *TR
ENGINE
Jul 9, 2014
Incident date: Oct 25, 2013
DEALER AND FINANCE COMPANY CLAIM CLEAN TITLE BUT DOCUMENTS REFLECT OTHERWISE. *TR
POWER TRAIN
May 21, 2014
Incident date: May 1, 2002
WHEN THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS BETWEEN FIRST AND SECOND GEARS AT A SLOW STEADY SPEED(APPROX 20MPH) THE CAR WILL FREQUENTLY VIOLENTLY JERK. MY CAR HAS 75000 MILES AND HAS DONE IT SINCE DAY ONE. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 15, 2013
Incident date: Jul 12, 2011
SEVERAL TIMES WHEN I ACCELERATE FROM A STOP SIGN...CAR SURGES. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 15, 2013
Incident date: Jul 12, 2011
SEVERAL TIMES WHEN I ACCELERATE FROM A STOP SIGN...CAR SURGES. *TR
POWER TRAIN
Dec 20, 2012
Incident date: Dec 19, 2012
MY 2002 LEXUS ES300 HAS BEEN JERKING AND SHIFTING VERY HARD ON ACCELERATION. IT SEEMS TO HAVE MORE OF A PROBLEM WHEN I ACCELERATE SLOWLY IN THE LOWER GEARS. IT JERKS VERY NOTICEABLY. I WAS TOLD IT WAS JUST THE NATURE OF THE CAR, BUT IT HAS BEEN GETTING MUCH WORSE OVER THE COURSE OF THE LAST YEAR.... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 17, 2011
Incident date: Aug 16, 2011
MY 2002 LEXUS ES 200 WAS DYING OR NOT STARTING AT ALL. SUDDENLY, IT WAS WORKING FINE. 2 DAYS LATER, WHILE IDLING OR WHEN MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE, IT WOULD LURCH FORWARD AND START ACCELERATING AT SOMETIMES 40MPH. I HAD TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES, THEN EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP, THEN AFTER I TURNED IT OF... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Aug 17, 2011
Incident date: Aug 16, 2011
MY 2002 LEXUS ES 200 WAS DYING OR NOT STARTING AT ALL. SUDDENLY, IT WAS WORKING FINE. 2 DAYS LATER, WHILE IDLING OR WHEN MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE, IT WOULD LURCH FORWARD AND START ACCELERATING AT SOMETIMES 40MPH. I HAD TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES, THEN EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP, THEN AFTER I TURNED IT OF... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Aug 11, 2011
Incident date: Aug 4, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LEXUS ES300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A STAND STILL AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE UNTIL CRASHING INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF THE CONTACT. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED PAIN ON THE RIGH... Read more
Crash
2 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 11, 2011
Incident date: Aug 4, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LEXUS ES300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A STAND STILL AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE UNTIL CRASHING INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF THE CONTACT. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED PAIN ON THE RIGH... Read more
Crash
2 injured
AIR BAGS
Jul 5, 2011
Incident date: Jun 11, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2002 LEXUS ES300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON CRASH IN WHICH THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED SERIOUS INJURIES TO THE NECK, SPINE AND SHOULDER. A POLICE REPORT WAS AVAILABLE AND THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. AN AUTHORIZED DEALER... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 16, 2011
Incident date: May 10, 2011
I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT APPROXIMATELY 3-4 FT. BEHIND A UTILITY TRUCK. SUDDENLY THE CAR SURGED FORWARD AND HIT THE REAR END OF THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF ME.
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
May 16, 2011
Incident date: May 10, 2011
I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT APPROXIMATELY 3-4 FT. BEHIND A UTILITY TRUCK. SUDDENLY THE CAR SURGED FORWARD AND HIT THE REAR END OF THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF ME.
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 17, 2011
Incident date: Dec 14, 2009
2002 LEXUS ES200. ATTORNEY WRITES ON BEHALF OF CLIENT IN REGARDS TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION *TGW THE ATTORNEY STATED HIS CLIENT WAS INJURED WHEN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND CRASHED INTO WALL AND METAL FENCE, EVEN THOUGH THE BRAKES WERE BEING APPLIED. *JB
Crash
1 injured
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Sep 3, 2010
Incident date: Aug 28, 2010
LEXUS (2002 ES) HAS DRAMATIC TRANSMISSION STUTTER AT LOW OR HIGH SPEEDS, JERKING OCCUPANTS AND MAKING QUICK STARTS (TURNING ACROSS LANES) VERY DANGEROUS. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jul 29, 2010
Incident date: Jul 22, 2010
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND CAR ACCELERATION WAS LIMITED. ERROR CODES P2121 AND P2128 INDICATED FAULTY "THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR" THE PART RETAILS FOR AROUND $100. LEXUS INSISTED THAT I HAD TO REPLACE THE COMPLETE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR. LEXUS CHARGED ME ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 22, 2010
Incident date: Jul 21, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LEXUS ES300. WHEN HE DROVE OUT OF THE PARKING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. HE BEGAN TO PANIC AND CRASHED INTO A PARKED VEHICLE AND A FENCE. THE VEHICLE STOPPED WHEN HE CRASHED INTO A TREE AND THE LEFT FRONT TIRE CAME OFF. HE RECEIVED INJURIES TO ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Jul 1, 2010
Incident date: Jun 22, 2006
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LEXUS ES300. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE TURN SIGNAL VOLUME WAS VERY LOW AND COULD NOT BE HEARD WHEN IT WAS ACTIVATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE SERVICED FOR THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT HAD EXPER... Read more
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
May 25, 2010
Incident date: Apr 29, 2010
2002 LEXUS ES300, CAR LUNGES AND JERKS DURING ACCELERATION AND DECELERATION. CAR DROVE FINE UNTIL LEXUS UPGRADED SOFTWARE, AND THEN 100% NOTICEABLE DIFFERENCE IN PERFORMANCE. CAR WAS BROUGHT TO JM LEXUS APPROX 4-5 TIMES FOR PROBLEM, AND ONCE TO PALM BEACH LEXUS. CAR JERKED DURING TEST DRIVE WITH ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
May 23, 2010
Incident date: Feb 13, 2010
I HAVE A 2002 LEXUS ES300. MY CAR AT SLOWER SPEEDS HAS BEEN JERKING/SURGING AT LOWER SPEEDS AND LURCHES FORWARD WITHOUT NOTICE. IT IS A NIGHTMARE TO DRIVE THIS CAR IN TRAFFIC. I KEEP BEING TOLD ITS NORMAL, IT SEEMS HUNDREDS OF OTHERS HAVE COMPLAINED, BUT I'M NOT GETTING ANYWHERE. THE LEXUS DEALE... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 12, 2010
Incident date: Jan 27, 2010
I OWNED A 2002 LEXUS ES 300 WHICH IN JANUARY 2010 BEFORE THE CRAZE OF THE ACCELERATION BECAME POPULAR, IT TOOK OFF, WITHOUT PROVOCATION, SHIFT LOCKED, ACCELERATION LOCKED, AND BRAKES DIDN'T WORK. I FILED A BBB.ORG COMPLAINT, I FAXED, EMAILED, FACEBOOKED, AND TWITTERED TOYOTA LEXUS CONCERNING MY CON... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Mar 12, 2010
Incident date: Aug 13, 2009
I HAD JUST LEFT MY DOCTOR'S OFFICE AND GONE TO A PARKING STRUCTURE WHERE I HAD PARKED MY CAR FOR THE VISIT. I PAID THE PARKING CHARGE, GOT BACK MY VALIDATED TICKET, AND INSERTED THE TICKET IN THE GATE-ARM MACHINE. THE GATE LIFTED, AND I PUT MY FOOT LIGHTLY ON THE ACCELERATOR TO EXIT FROM THE PARKI... Read more
Crash
2 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 12, 2010
Incident date: Aug 13, 2009
I HAD JUST LEFT MY DOCTOR'S OFFICE AND GONE TO A PARKING STRUCTURE WHERE I HAD PARKED MY CAR FOR THE VISIT. I PAID THE PARKING CHARGE, GOT BACK MY VALIDATED TICKET, AND INSERTED THE TICKET IN THE GATE-ARM MACHINE. THE GATE LIFTED, AND I PUT MY FOOT LIGHTLY ON THE ACCELERATOR TO EXIT FROM THE PARKI... Read more
Crash
2 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 10, 2010
Incident date: Oct 22, 2007
SUDDEN ACCELERATION LEADING TO IMPACT WITH HOME. POLICE REPORT DATED 10-22-07 INDICATES SUDDEN UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION. SCARED TO DRIVE VEHICLE AGAIN. *TR
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 10, 2010
Incident date: Oct 22, 2007
SUDDEN ACCELERATION LEADING TO IMPACT WITH HOME. POLICE REPORT DATED 10-22-07 INDICATES SUDDEN UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION. SCARED TO DRIVE VEHICLE AGAIN. *TR
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 10, 2010
Incident date: Sep 12, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LEXUS ES300. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO THE BACK OF A VEHICLE.THE CONTACT AND A WITNESS WERE SURPRISED THAT THE WHEELS CONTINUED TO SPIN AFTER THE VEHICLE HAD STOPPED MOVING. A WEEK LATER THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AGAIN WITH... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 8, 2010
Incident date: Mar 7, 2010
WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE THE CAR ENGINE REVVED HIGHER AND CAR JUMPED FORWARD. MY FOOT WAS ALREADY ON THE BRAKE SO I PRESSED BRAKE ALL THE WAY DOWN. THE CAR STOPPED BUT THE ENGINE KEPT REVVING AT JUST OVER 3000RPM. I PUT CAR IN NEUTRAL AND ENGINE REMAINED AT JUST OVER 3000RPM. I THEN PUT CA... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 24, 2010
Incident date: Aug 14, 2007
SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OF 2002 LEXUS ES 300 . MY WIFE WAS OPERATING HER VEHICLE WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO 95 MPH THE BRAKES DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE AND MY WIFE APPLIED THE EMERGENCY BRAKES. FORTUNATELY TRAFFIC WAS LIGHT ON THE WB 101 W/OF 405 FWY IN LOS ANGELES CA SHE PULLED ON TH... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Feb 23, 2010
Incident date: Nov 20, 2009
2002 LEXUS ES300 WITH UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY AND THE BRAKES WOULD NOT WORK TO STOP THE VEHICLE. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN SHE PLACED THE VEHICLE INTO DRIVE, IT ACCELERATED QUICKLY AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. *JB
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 22, 2010
Incident date: Jul 11, 2007
SUDDEN ACCELERATION FROM A STOP IN A LINE OF TRAFFIC RESULTED IN COLLISION WITH VEHICLE IN FRONT. VEHICLE WAS 2002 LEXUS ES 300. SEVERAL PRIOR SUDDEN ACCELERATION EVENTS HAD PREVIOUSLY OCCURRED. CONTACT WITH LEXUS DEALER RESULTED IN NO ASSISTANCE. *TR
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 16, 2010
Incident date: Jan 29, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LEXUS ES300. THE CONTACT STATED AS HE BACKED OUT OF A PARKING SPACE THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. NO ONE WAS INJURED. A POLICE REPORT IS AVAILABLE IF NEEDED. THE BACK END OF THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED IN THE CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE DRIV... Read more
Crash
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Feb 15, 2010
Incident date: Jan 5, 2003
I PRESENT THIS AS INFORMATION TO COMPLEMENT THE PRESENT ISSUES WITH TOYOTA MOTOR COMPANY AND ITS INSTITUTIONAL FAILURE TO RESPOND TO SAFETY RELATED INCIDENTS. I OWNED A 2002 LEXUS ES300. THE MECHANICAL/COMPUTER PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR INVOLVED THE FAILURE OF THE TRANSMISSION TO DOWNSHIFT EFFECTIVELY... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 13, 2010
Incident date: Nov 22, 2009
I EXPERIENCED THE PROBLEM AFTER MY 90,000 SCHEDULED MAJOR MAINTENANCE. ON 11/22/09, I RETURNED TO MY CAR AND FOUND THE WINDOWS AND SUN ROOF WERE OPENED. I HAD NOT ENGAGED THE REMOTE TO DO THIS. I GOT IN THE CAR AND CLOSED THE WINDOWS AND SUN ROOF. I DROVE APPROX ONE AND A HALF MILES. I SLOWED... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 11, 2010
Incident date: Jun 15, 2009
I WAS DRIVING MY 2002 LEXUS E300 ON RTE95 IN PROVIDENCE R.I. I WAS IN THE MIDDLE LANE TRAVELING AT THE SPEED OF THE TRAFFIC--65MPH. SUDDENLY T CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND WITHOUT WARNING WHEN I STEPPED ON THE GAS PEDAL THERE WAS NO RESPONSE. I WAS IN THE MIDST OF HEAVY TRAFFIC LOSING SP... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Feb 11, 2010
Incident date: Jun 15, 2009
I WAS DRIVING MY 2002 LEXUS E300 ON RTE95 IN PROVIDENCE R.I. I WAS IN THE MIDDLE LANE TRAVELING AT THE SPEED OF THE TRAFFIC--65MPH. SUDDENLY T CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND WITHOUT WARNING WHEN I STEPPED ON THE GAS PEDAL THERE WAS NO RESPONSE. I WAS IN THE MIDST OF HEAVY TRAFFIC LOSING SP... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Feb 6, 2010
Incident date: Nov 20, 2009
ON 11/20/09, I WAS PARKED IN FRONT OF MY HOUSE IN MY 2002 LEXUS ES300. WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE, IT BOOMED FORTH, AND THE BRAKE DIDN'T WORK. I TRIED TO GET AROUND THE CAR THAT WAS PARKED IN FRONT OF ME BUT THE SPEED WAS SUCH THAT I HIT IT. THERE WAS DAMAGE TO MY CAR AND THE CAR I HIT. THE DRIVE... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Feb 4, 2010
Incident date: Nov 22, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LEXUS ES300. THE CONTACT STATED AS SHE CAME TO A STOP WITH HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THERE WAS A BUMP IN THE ROAD AND THE VEHICLE LURCHED AND ACCELERATED FORWARD. THE CONTACT STATED AS THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED IT HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THERE WAS EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO BOT... Read more
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Feb 3, 2010
Incident date: Jan 27, 2010
I HAVE A 2002 LEXUS ES300. IT STOPPED WHILE DRIVING RECENTLY. THERE WAS NO INDICATION. THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING BUT THE CAR WAS NOT MOVING. AFTER OPENING THE HOOD I FOUND THE SMALL PIPE CONNECTING THE AIR INTAKE TO THE ENGINE HAD COME OFF. I WAS LUCKY AS THE DRIVER BEHIND ME SLOWED DOWN AND STOPPED. H... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 2, 2010
Incident date: Feb 12, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LEXUS ES300. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH OUT OF A PARKING SPACE PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL FOLLOWED BY AN UNINTENDED INCREASE IN SPEED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SLOW DOWN AND CRASHED INTO THE RESIDENCE HOME AND A TREE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE POLI... Read more
Crash
STEERING
Jan 22, 2010
Incident date: Jan 17, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 LEXUS ES300. WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF 5 MPH AND EXITING ONTO A RAMP IN LIGHT RAIN, THE CONTACT LOSS CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE LEFT RAILING. THE CONTACT DID NOT SUSTAIN ANY INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL SERVICE SHOP. NO REPAIRS WERE... Read more
Crash
Showing 50 of 194 complaints.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2002 LEXUS ES300
105 manufacturer communications from 74 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 9 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 6 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 5 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 5 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 4 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
Safety Recall 22
Apr 13, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
200000 WHEELS
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
102400 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:LUBRICANT
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
103200 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should
L-SB-0023-20
Jun 23, 2020
200000 WHEELS
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. ST004-01, SU001-08, and L-SB-0174-08. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure
L-SB-0174-08 Obs
Jun 23, 2020
010000 STEERING
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE June 23, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0023-20.
Lexus Safety Re
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
L-SB-0008-20
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, PG002-90, L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97,
L-SB-0179-17 Obs
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
L-SB-0021-14_Obs
Jan 24, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0001-18.
L-SB-0048-08 Obs
Dec 5, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: Replacement Certification Labels. OBSOLETE NOTICE November 28, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0179-17.
L-SB-0021-14 Rev
Sep 19, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Revision Notice: Applicability section has been updated to include 2016-2017 applicable model year Lexus vehicles. The Repair Procedure section, Required Tools & Equipment section, and the Repair Procedure section has been updated.
L-SB-0025-14
Jul 7, 2015
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
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.
L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
L-SB-0025-14 Rev
Nov 14, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
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.
L-SB-0021-14 Rev
Oct 23, 2014
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
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. This bullet
L-SB-0021-14 Rev
Oct 23, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
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. This bullet
L-SB-0021-14 Rev
Oct 23, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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. This bullet
L-SB-0082-14
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when insta
L-SB-0007-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
L-SB-0007-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
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. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
L-SB-0041-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14.
LSB008214
Oct 16, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautions
L-SB-0025-14 Rev
Jul 25, 2014
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
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.
L-SB-002-01 - OB
Jul 7, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 7, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.
LSB002514A
Jul 7, 2014
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
LSB002514A
Jul 7, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
LSB002514B
Jul 7, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
LSB002514
Jul 4, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
LSB002514
Jul 4, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
L-SB-0021-14
Jun 12, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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. This bullet
L-SB-0015-10 Rev
Jun 12, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-June 12, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.
LSB002114
Jun 12, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.
LSB002114
Jun 12, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.
L-TT-0111-13
Jan 16, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
Lexus vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (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 S
L-SB-0092-13
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
L-BO-004-05 Obso
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0092-13.
LSB009213B
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
142000 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT rec
L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
220000 SEATS
Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT rec
L-TT-0031-10
Nov 7, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Adhesive & sealant cross reference Information
LTT014513
Nov 2, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior
L-SB-0041-11 Rev
Oct 1, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14.
L-SB-0010-13
Feb 21, 2013
050000 PARKING BRAKE
A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the B
L-SB-0010-13
Feb 21, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the B
LSB001013
Feb 21, 2013
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Brake Pedal Force Gauge SST for Parking Brake Inspection.
Lexus Floor Mat
Jan 25, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
In the recent Bi-annual Floor Mat reminder letter distributed November, 2012, Lexus indicated that we were developing support materials that will help remind dealership customers and associates of the importance of proper floor mat usage.
L-SB-0015-10 Rev
Jan 23, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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 de
L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Jan 16, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other com
L-TT-0111-13
Jan 16, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
Lexus 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 devic
LSB-0143-11
Nov 10, 2011
220000 SEATS
LEXUS: INFORMATION REGARDING THE SEAT COVER REPLACEMENT, EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIR BAGS, THE MODIFICATIONS THAT MIGHT NEGATIVELY AFFECT SIDE AIR BAG PERFORMANCE CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURIES. *PE
LSB-0143-11
Nov 10, 2011
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
LEXUS: INFORMATION REGARDING THE SEAT COVER REPLACEMENT, EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIR BAGS, THE MODIFICATIONS THAT MIGHT NEGATIVELY AFFECT SIDE AIR BAG PERFORMANCE CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURIES. *PE
LSB-0015-10
Feb 4, 2010
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
LEXUS: 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 DES
00504
May 12, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
RATTLE/SQUEAK NOISE CAUSED BY MOON ROOF WEATHERSTRIP STICKING TO THE BODY. *TT
00504
May 10, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
EXCESSIVE SULFUR DIOXIDE ODOR. *TT
00304
May 7, 2004
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
FRONT BRAKE COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION. *TT
00404
May 3, 2004
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL LOWER SEAL RATTLE. *TT
00304
Apr 6, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THE PROPER IDENTIFICATION OF THE 7 SOLENOIDS USED IN THE U150E/U151E/U151F TRANSMISSIONS. *TT
3272
Mar 8, 2004
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
REPAIR MANUAL CORRECTION. DIAGNOSTIC - SFI SYSTEM. *TT
00304
Feb 18, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
REAR PACKAGE TRAY SUNSHADE BINDING. *MR
00104
Jan 22, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
A RATTLE OR TICK NOISE FROM THE BASE OF THE WINDSHIELD. THE COWL COVER (LOUVER SUB-ASSEMBLY) HAS BEEN MODIFIED TO IMPROVE THIS CONDITION. *TT
01103
Oct 27, 2003
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
RATTLE FROM BELOW THE REAR PACKAGE TRAY AREA OR BEHIND THE REAR SEAT BACK WHILE DRIVING. 2004 ES330 AS WELL. *TT
00903
Oct 15, 2003
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
FRONT DOOR POWER WINDOW REGULATORS MAY DEFORM AFTER USE. *TT
TC00403
Aug 4, 2003
100000 POWER TRAIN
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) CALIBRATION - SHIFTING ENHANCEMENT. *TT
TC00403
Aug 4, 2003
100000 POWER TRAIN
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) CALIBRATION - SHIFTING ENHANCEMENT - REVISED. *TT 2ND REVISION. *TT
3157
Jul 31, 2003
140000 AIR BAGS
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. REPAIR MANUAL CORRECTION. 00245-RM911-U1. *TT
00403
May 23, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
RE-CALIBRATION OF COMPASS. *TT
00303
May 19, 2003
220000 SEATS
SEATBACK BOARD IMPROVEMENT. *TT *JB
00403
Apr 25, 2003
130000 VISIBILITY
CREAK NOISE AT TOP OF WINDSHIELD AND/OR BACK WINDOW GLASS. RECOMMENDED REPAIR PROCEDURE. *TT
00103
Jan 23, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INCREASED EFFORT TO CONFIRM THE POSITION OF THE COMBINATION METER GAUGE NEEDLES IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT. *TT
00202
Dec 24, 2002
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
FRONT BRAKE VIBRATION. *TT
00302
Nov 20, 2002
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
REAR INTERIOR DOOR TRIM PANEL RATTLE. *TT22
01202
Oct 11, 2002
020000 SUSPENSION
SUSPENSION BALL JOINT INSPECTION METHOD. *TT
00201
Aug 26, 2002
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IMMOBILIZER KEY CODE RESET. *SCC
SU00602
Aug 13, 2002
021210 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT COIL SPRING CREAKING NOISE. *TT
NV00102
Aug 6, 2002
161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
SUBJECT REGARDING HEAT SHIELD RATTLE NOISE. *TT
EL00802
Jul 12, 2002
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WILL NOT RETURN TO THE UP POSITION AFTER THE TILT LEVER IS MOVED TO THE RELEASE POSITION. *TT
AU00302
Jul 2, 2002
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
SUBJECT REGARDING CLARIFICATION OF RADIO FACEPLATE REMOVAL. *TT
TC00202
Jun 28, 2002
100000 POWER TRAIN
INFORMATION REGARDING A REVISED VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY DEVELOPED TO IMPROVE HARSH 2-3 SHIFT DURING WIDE OPEN THROTTLE (WOT) ACCELERATION AT ELEVATIONS ABOVE 3000 FEET. *TT
270602
Jun 27, 2002
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
LEXUS REPAIR MANUAL CORRECTION FOR THE ELECTRIC WIRING DIAGRAM. *TT
EL00502
May 3, 2002
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THIS BULLETIN SUPPLEMENTS THE 2002 ES300 REPAIR MANUAL REGARDING THE DRIVER'S SIDE JUNCTION BLOCK NO. 2 PLATE ASSEMBLY AND INCLUDES SERVICEABILITY INFORMATION. *TT
EG00102
Apr 23, 2002
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1130, P1135, P1150 OR P1155 SET. *TT
AU00202
Apr 2, 2002
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
THIS BULLETIN STATES THAT SOME MARK LEVINSON AMPLIFIERS MAY NOT PRODUCE SOUND WHEN THE AUDIO SYSTEM IS ON. *TT
EG00302
Feb 8, 2002
071110 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
INFORMATION REGARDING GAS CAP STICKING. *YH
EG00302
Feb 8, 2002
071110 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE GAS CAP MAY STICK AND CONSEQUENTLY BECOME DIFFICULT TO REMOVE. *TT
NV00102
Jan 18, 2002
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
SUBJECT REGARDING HEAT SHIELD RATTLE. *TT
EG00102
Jan 18, 2002
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1130, P1135, P1150 OR P1155 AS A RESULT OF AN AIR FUEL SENSOR. *TT
00401
Dec 21, 2001
010000 STEERING
REPAIR MANUAL SUPPLEMENT - VEHICLE PULLING TO ONE SIDE. ALL LEXUS 2002 - 2006 MODELS. *TT ALL '02 - '07 MODELS. LEXUS. *TT
SSC1LF
Dec 17, 2001
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
SUBJECT REGARDING THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE TUBE MAY HAVE BEEN DEFORMED PRIOR TO DELIVERY.. *SLC
1LF
Dec 17, 2001
034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGNS INVOLVING INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT OF THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE TUBE. *TT
1LG
Dec 17, 2001
141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN INVOLVING REPLACEMENT OF DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG. *TT
NV01001
Dec 7, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION ON REDUCING POTENTIAL SQUEAK AND RATTLE NOSES FROM THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. *TT
SSC1LG
Dec 4, 2001
141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
SOME VEHICLES DRIVERS SIDE FRONT AIRBAG MODULE COVER MAY BE TORN AWAY AND THE BOTTOM PORTION OF THE COVER MAY DETACH. *SLC
AC00201
Nov 16, 2001
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
SUBJECT REGARDING AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR SHAFT SEAL REPAIR. *SLC
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, LEXUS ES300
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP09001
Opened: Apr 8, 2009 , Closed: Oct 29, 2009
UNWANTED AND UNINTENDED ACCELERATION
THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) OPENED DP09-001 ON APRIL 8, 2009, TO EVALUATE A DEFECT PETITION REQUESTING ADDITIONAL INVESTIGATION OF POTENTIAL THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM DEFECTS UNRELATED TO FLOOR MAT INTERFERENCE WITH ACCELERATOR PEDALS IN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2007 LEXUS ES 350 VEHICLES.THE PET... Read more
PE04021
Opened: Mar 3, 2004 , Closed: Jul 22, 2004
THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM
THE LEXUS MODELS WERE THE SUBJECT OF DEFECT PETITION (DP) 04-003.TWELVE ODI COMPLAINTS ARE DUPLICATIVE TO TOYOTA REPORTS, INCLUDING THE TWO MINOR CRASHES.THE V6 EQUIPPED SOLARA MODELS HAVE BEEN EXCLUDED BECAUSE THEY DO NOT CONTAIN THE SUBJECT THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM.TOYOTA INTRODUCED ELECTRONIC THRO... Read more
DP04003
Opened: Feb 17, 2004 , Closed: Mar 5, 2004
THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM
THE POPULATION NUMBER NOTED ABOVE IS ESTIMATED.IN THE JANUARY 15TH, 2004 PETITION REQUEST LETTER TO THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION (NHTSA), THE PETITIONER IDENTIFIED 37 VOQ COMPLAINTS AS RELATED TO VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ISSUES SIMILAR TO THOSE THE PETITIONER ALLEGEDLY EXPERIENCED... Read more
DP02004
Opened: Apr 30, 2002 , Closed: Jun 20, 2002
ENGINE SEIZURE
LEXUS ES300 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the LEXUS ES300 across all model years (1992, 2002).
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Total Recalls
869
Total Complaints
4
Investigations
212
Reported Crashes
28
Reported Fires
8
Reported Deaths
LEXUS ES300 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.