2014 LEXUS ES350
1 recalls, 26 complaints - 308 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
15V728000 Nov 3, 2015
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 19, 2012 to October 27, 2015 and 2013-2015 Lexus ES350 and ES300h vehicles manufactured June 18, 2012 to July 6, 2015. The affected vehicles are equippe... Read more
Consequence
A vehicle that unexpectedly brakes increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain PCS components, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this campaign are F1V and F2E.
Complaint Statistics
26 total complaints
11 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 3 |
| ENGINE | 3 |
| AIR BAGS | 3 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 2 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
AIR BAGS
Dec 14, 2021
Incident date: Oct 25, 2021
GM is unable to provide an ETA on a replacement airbag that is under an open safety recall. It has been months since I started contacting my nearest GMC dealer and GM customer support. It is unacceptable they can immediately repair let alone being un able to even provide a time frame for the replac... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 14, 2021
Incident date: Dec 6, 2021
Car was vandalized on 12/7/21 and alarms did not go off. Car alarm doesn’t work, hasn’t worked.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 12, 2021
Incident date: Oct 28, 2021
Brakes, tires, transmission went out, suspension craked licking oil Car steering wheel vibration, car pulling, brakes didn’t respond, i pulled to side before hitting a car Yes 2 different shops currently at express transmission Currently under inspection because of transmission going out while d... Read more
SUSPENSION
Nov 12, 2021
Incident date: Oct 28, 2021
Brakes, tires, transmission went out, suspension craked licking oil Car steering wheel vibration, car pulling, brakes didn’t respond, i pulled to side before hitting a car Yes 2 different shops currently at express transmission Currently under inspection because of transmission going out while d... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 12, 2021
Incident date: Oct 28, 2021
Brakes, tires, transmission went out, suspension craked licking oil Car steering wheel vibration, car pulling, brakes didn’t respond, i pulled to side before hitting a car Yes 2 different shops currently at express transmission Currently under inspection because of transmission going out while d... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 23, 2021
Incident date: Feb 5, 2021
SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WITH BRAKING PROBLEMS. THREE EPISODES. THE FIRST EPISODE WAS A COMPLAINT TO THE DEALER WITH DOCUMENTATION IN THE CAR'S SERVICE RECORD. THE SECOND OF WHICH WAS WORKED-UP FOR ONE WEEK BY THE DEALER WITH NO ANSWERS. THE THIRD EPISODE OCCURRED GOING DOWN A PARKING RAMP AND... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 23, 2021
Incident date: Feb 5, 2021
SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WITH BRAKING PROBLEMS. THREE EPISODES. THE FIRST EPISODE WAS A COMPLAINT TO THE DEALER WITH DOCUMENTATION IN THE CAR'S SERVICE RECORD. THE SECOND OF WHICH WAS WORKED-UP FOR ONE WEEK BY THE DEALER WITH NO ANSWERS. THE THIRD EPISODE OCCURRED GOING DOWN A PARKING RAMP AND... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS
Apr 14, 2020
Incident date: Apr 13, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LEXUS ES350. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 61 MPH, HE HIT A DEER. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AS HIS FACE HIT THE STEERING WHEEL. THE CONTACT STATED HE SAW SMOKE FROM THE ENGINE COMPART HOWEVER, NO FIRE WAS SEEN. THE CONTACT STATED HE SUSTAINED HEAD INJURIES HOWEVER, H... Read more
1 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 23, 2020
Incident date: Mar 21, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LEXUS ES350. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED TO THE FLOOR FOR THE VEHICLE TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE R... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 23, 2020
Incident date: Mar 21, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LEXUS ES350. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED TO THE FLOOR FOR THE VEHICLE TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE R... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 11, 2018
Incident date: Sep 3, 2014
TAKATA RECALL RECEIVED A NOTICE FROMTK HOLDINGS INC ABOUT ONE TO TWO YEARS AGO REGARDING REPLACEMENT OF AIR BAG. CALLED MY LEXUS DEALER ABOUT A YEAR AGO AND THEY TOLD ME THEY WOULD NOTICE WHEN IT WAS MY TURN. THEY DID NOT GIVE ME A TIME FRAME ON WHEN THEY WOULD REPAIR IT. I AM DRIVING A DANGER... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Apr 9, 2018
Incident date: Oct 19, 2017
REAR MIDDLE SEAT BELT ALMOST STRANGLED 7YEAR OLD. THE SEAT BELT WAS LOOPED AROUND CHILD WHEN THEY WERE PLAYING WHILE PARKED IN DRIVEWAY. WHEN READY TO GET OUT OF CAR, THE CHILD UNBUCKLED AND THE LOOP WRAP AROUND CHILD TIGHTENED. THE SEAT BELT WAS NOT LOOSENING TO ALLOW CHILD TO FIT THROUGH LOOP, ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Aug 31, 2016
Incident date: Dec 14, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LEXUS ES350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXP... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Aug 9, 2016
Incident date: Nov 3, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LEXUS ES350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL ... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 22, 2016
Incident date: Dec 22, 2015
I EXPERIENCED A LOW SPEED SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OF MY 2014 LEXUS ES350 FOR THE FIRST TIME ON DECEMBER 22, 2015. I WAS TURNING INTO A PARKING PLACE WHERE I LIVE AS I HAVE DONE HUNDREDS OF TIMES. AS I WAS TAKING MY FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATION PEDAL TO STARTING HITTING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE CAR... Read more
Crash
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mar 22, 2016
Incident date: Dec 22, 2015
I EXPERIENCED A LOW SPEED SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OF MY 2014 LEXUS ES350 FOR THE FIRST TIME ON DECEMBER 22, 2015. I WAS TURNING INTO A PARKING PLACE WHERE I LIVE AS I HAVE DONE HUNDREDS OF TIMES. AS I WAS TAKING MY FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATION PEDAL TO STARTING HITTING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE CAR... Read more
Crash
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 29, 2016
Incident date: Aug 22, 2014
WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STANDING STOP OR ACCELERATING WHILE CHANGING LANES, THE VEHICLE WOULD HESITATE BEFORE THE ENGINE ENGAGED. WHAT WAS MORE FRIGHTENING WAS WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATING ON THE ROAD AND THERE WAS A NEED TO CHANGE LANES, YOU PRESSED ON THE GAS THEN THE VEHICLE WOULD TYPE TO EN... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 17, 2015
Incident date: Dec 2, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LEXUS ES350. WHILE MAKING A U TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE RPMS INCREASED, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED, AND THE BRAKE PEDAL FAILED TO SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT CRASHED THE VEHICLE INTO A FENCE AND A TREE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 17, 2015
Incident date: Dec 2, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LEXUS ES350. WHILE MAKING A U TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE RPMS INCREASED, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED, AND THE BRAKE PEDAL FAILED TO SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT CRASHED THE VEHICLE INTO A FENCE AND A TREE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE... Read more
Crash
STEERING
Feb 17, 2015
Incident date: Dec 2, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LEXUS ES350. WHILE MAKING A U TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE RPMS INCREASED, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED, AND THE BRAKE PEDAL FAILED TO SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT CRASHED THE VEHICLE INTO A FENCE AND A TREE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE... Read more
Crash
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
Dec 1, 2014
Incident date: Nov 27, 2014
I PURCHASED MY 2015 LEXUS ES350 ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH, 2014. ON NOVEMBER 27TH, I WAS TURNING RIGHT INTO A PARKING SPACE AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AGGRESSIVELY ON ITS OWN CAUSING THE CAR TO RUN OVER THE CONCRETE PARKING SPOT STOPPER AND PROPEL 200-300 FEET UNTIL I HIT A PALM TREE, STOPPING THE... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 1, 2014
Incident date: Nov 27, 2014
I PURCHASED MY 2015 LEXUS ES350 ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH, 2014. ON NOVEMBER 27TH, I WAS TURNING RIGHT INTO A PARKING SPACE AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AGGRESSIVELY ON ITS OWN CAUSING THE CAR TO RUN OVER THE CONCRETE PARKING SPOT STOPPER AND PROPEL 200-300 FEET UNTIL I HIT A PALM TREE, STOPPING THE... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 1, 2014
Incident date: Nov 27, 2014
I PURCHASED MY 2015 LEXUS ES350 ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH, 2014. ON NOVEMBER 27TH, I WAS TURNING RIGHT INTO A PARKING SPACE AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AGGRESSIVELY ON ITS OWN CAUSING THE CAR TO RUN OVER THE CONCRETE PARKING SPOT STOPPER AND PROPEL 200-300 FEET UNTIL I HIT A PALM TREE, STOPPING THE... Read more
Crash
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 1, 2014
Incident date: Nov 27, 2014
I PURCHASED MY 2015 LEXUS ES350 ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH, 2014. ON NOVEMBER 27TH, I WAS TURNING RIGHT INTO A PARKING SPACE AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AGGRESSIVELY ON ITS OWN CAUSING THE CAR TO RUN OVER THE CONCRETE PARKING SPOT STOPPER AND PROPEL 200-300 FEET UNTIL I HIT A PALM TREE, STOPPING THE... Read more
Crash
SEATS
Jun 12, 2014
Incident date: May 22, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LEXUS ES35O. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT SHOOK AND VIBRATED WHEN THERE WAS NOT A PASSENGER SEATED IN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE DEFECT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 3, 2014
Incident date: Feb 14, 2013
BECAUSE OF THE GOVERNMENT'S EFFORTS TO INCREASE MILEAGE PER GALLON, AUTO MANUFACTURERS HAVE REDUCED WIND RESISTANCE TO THE EXTENT POSSIBLE. ONE OF THE WAYS MANUFACTURERS DO THIS IS BY LOWERING THE FRONT FENDERS AND THE HOOD TO THE POINT WHERE THE DRIVER CAN NO LONGER SEE THEM. THIS MAKES IT MORE D... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2014 LEXUS ES350
2014 Lexus ES350 4 DR FWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 11.1% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Optional |
| Lane Departure Warning | Optional |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2014 LEXUS ES350
308 manufacturer communications from 146 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 45 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 42 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 38 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 27 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 21 |
| 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 17 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 14 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 13 |
KLG Technical In
Dec 1, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TI: 19LE05 Expired December 1, 2022
KLG Dealer Packa
Dec 1, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
DP: Limited Service Campaign KLG expired December 01, 2022
19LE05 Technical
Dec 1, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TI: 19LE05 Expired December 1, 2022
19LE05 Dealer Pa
Dec 1, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
DP: Customer Support Program 19LE05 expired December 1, 2022.
Safety Recall 22
Apr 13, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
L-SB-0004-22
Feb 24, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purp
L-SB-0002-22
Jan 28, 2022
114200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
TSB: This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year E
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
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
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
L-SB-0046-21
Nov 10, 2021
275300 LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR
TSB: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a level surface with a consistent plane. If a level surface with a consistent plane is not available, use the Floor Slope Compensation
L-SB-0046-21
Nov 10, 2021
264300 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR
TSB: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a level surface with a consistent plane. If a level surface with a consistent plane is not available, use the Floor Slope Compensation
L-SB-0046-21
Nov 10, 2021
284300 BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR
TSB: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a level surface with a consistent plane. If a level surface with a consistent plane is not available, use the Floor Slope Compensation
L-SB-0018-14 Obs
Jul 26, 2021
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
OBSOLETE NOTICE July 26, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0024-21.
L-SB-0024-21
Jul 26, 2021
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB: Some 2007 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC evaporator drain hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose tip (ARINIX? Tip) is avail
Lexus PRO21-UFRM
May 24, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
POL: UPDATES TO THE 2014-2021 LEXUS UNIVERSAL FLAT RATE MANUAL
Lexus Safety Re
Mar 31, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
L-TT-0281-20 Rev
Mar 16, 2021
200000 WHEELS
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio functio
L-TT-0281-20 Rev
Mar 16, 2021
010000 STEERING
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio functio
L-TT-0294-20
Oct 30, 2020
138700 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:ENGINE COOLANT HOSES AND FITTINGS
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
L-TT-0294-20
Oct 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
KLG_19LE05-TI-Up
Aug 24, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE
KLG_19LE05-TI-Up
Aug 24, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE
KLG_19LE05-TI-Up
Aug 24, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE
L-TT-0235-17 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
L-TT-0235-17 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
L-TT-0235-17 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
Lexus Safety Re
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
L-TT-0284-20
Mar 26, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle must be on a level surface. If a level surface is not available, this tech tip should be used in conjunction with the repair manual to set the angle of the front mi
L-SB-0003-20
Feb 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Some 2006 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit odors that naturally occur from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors. Although there is no way to eliminate these odors, follow the General Procedure in this bull
KLG_Dealer Packa
Dec 10, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer Package: 12/10/2019 Vehicle total has increased by approximately 6,260 vehicles. Vehicles were moved from Customer Support Program 19LE05 and added to Limited Service Campaign KLG. The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject v
KLG_Dealer Packa
Dec 10, 2019
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Dealer Package: 12/10/2019 Vehicle total has increased by approximately 6,260 vehicles. Vehicles were moved from Customer Support Program 19LE05 and added to Limited Service Campaign KLG. The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject v
L-SB-0170-17_Rev
Dec 10, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: REVISION NOTICE December 10, 2019 Rev2: ? The Parts Information and Required Tools & Equipment sections have been updated. November 14, 2018 Rev1: ? The Parts Information and Required Tools & Equipment sections have been updated. Any
L-SB-0170-17_Rev
Dec 10, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE December 10, 2019 Rev2: ? The Parts Information and Required Tools & Equipment sections have been updated. November 14, 2018 Rev1: ? The Parts Information and Required Tools & Equipment sections have been updated. Any
19LE05 - Dealer
Dec 10, 2019
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Dealer Package: December 10, 2019 Vehicle total has decreased by approximately 6,260 vehicles. Vehicles were moved from Customer Support Program 19LE05 and added to Limited Service Campaign KLG.
19LE05 - Dealer
Dec 10, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer Package: December 10, 2019 Vehicle total has decreased by approximately 6,260 vehicles. Vehicles were moved from Customer Support Program 19LE05 and added to Limited Service Campaign KLG.
L-TT-0235-17_Rev
Nov 18, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
L-TT-0235-17_Rev
Nov 18, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
19LE05 - Area Le
Oct 17, 2019
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Area Letter: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles is equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to in
19LE05 - Region
Oct 17, 2019
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Region Email: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles is equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to
19LE05 - Dealer
Oct 17, 2019
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Dealer Package: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles is equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to
L-TT-0221-17_Rev
Oct 11, 2019
010000 STEERING
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
KLG - Dealer Pac
Oct 2, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Package: 10/02/19 KLG: Vehicle applicability for remedy in relation to Safety Connect Subscription. The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using
KLG_Dealer Packa
Sep 13, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer Package: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due t
KLG_Dealer Packa
Sep 13, 2019
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Dealer Package: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due t
KLG_Region Email
Sep 12, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Region Email: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to
KLG_Region Email
Sep 12, 2019
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Region Email: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to
KLG_Dealer Email
Sep 12, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer Email: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to
KLG_Dealer Email
Sep 12, 2019
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Dealer Email: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to
KLG_Area Letter_
Sep 12, 2019
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Area Letter: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to i
KLG_Area Letter_
Sep 12, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Area Letter: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to i
KLG_Dealer Packa
Sep 12, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer Package: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due t
KLG_Dealer Packa
Sep 12, 2019
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Dealer Package: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due t
L-SB-0018-14_Rev
Jun 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE June 13, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2018 ? 2019 model year Lexus vehicles. March 13, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2017 model year Lexus vehicles. ? The Parts
L-TT-0235-17_Rev
Nov 28, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
L-TT-0221-17Rev1
Mar 22, 2018
353630 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:BLUETOOTH/WIFI
Diagnosis of bluetooth connectivity complaints.
L-TT-0221-17Rev1
Mar 22, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Diagnosis of bluetooth connectivity complaints.
L-TT-0218-17_Rev
Feb 12, 2018
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TT: This bulletin is regarding best practices when handling navigation systems that use Hard Disc Drive or Micro SD Card memory. 1. First type is generation 6 or 7 which utilizes HDD (Hard Disc Drive). Pioneer models that begin with NXH, ha
L-TT-0218-17_Rev
Feb 12, 2018
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TT: This bulletin is regarding best practices when handling navigation systems that use Hard Disc Drive or Micro SD Card memory. 1. First type is generation 6 or 7 which utilizes HDD (Hard Disc Drive). Pioneer models that begin with NXH, ha
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-0001-18
Jan 22, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0021-14. * Applicability has been updated to include applicable 2018 models and 2016 * 2018 model year RC 300 and 2015 * 2018 model yea
L-SB-0001-18
Jan 22, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0021-14. * Applicability has been updated to include applicable 2018 models and 2016 * 2018 model year RC 300 and 2015 * 2018 model yea
L-SB-0014-16_Rev
Jan 19, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE January 19, 2018 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to elevate awaren
L-TT-0235-17
Dec 8, 2017
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
L-TT-0227-17
Aug 2, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TT: An error message is received when performing DCM activation initiated by Techstream. This is a known condition and will be remedied in the near future. Please discontinue DCM activations utilizing Techstream until further notice.
L-TT-0182-15
Apr 4, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: Rev1 iPhone text messages do not appear on multimedia display.
L-TT-0182-15
Apr 4, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TT: Rev1 iPhone text messages do not appear on multimedia display.
L-TT-0221-17
Mar 30, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin is regarding the Diagnosis of Bluetooth Connectivity Complaints: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: Difficulty to pair the phone. Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle wh
L-SB-0014-08_Rev
Mar 22, 2017
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
TSB: REVISION NOTICE March 22, 2017 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2016-2017 model year Lexus vehicles. ? February 11, 2015 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to include 2006 ? 2015 model year Lexus vehicles. On some
L-SB-0018-14_Rev
Mar 13, 2017
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB: REVISION NOTICE March 13, 2017 ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015-2017 model year Lexus vehicles. Some vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose has become obst
L-TT-0218-17
Feb 21, 2017
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TT: This bulletin is regarding best practices when handling navigation systems that use Hard Disc Drive or Micro SD Card memory.
L-SB-0060-13 Rev
Nov 10, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 10, 2016 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2017 model year applicable Lexus vehicles. ? The Parts Information section has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin
L-TT-0162-14 Rev
Nov 5, 2016
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
TT: Some customers may experience Bluetooth disconnections or loss of SMS Text Message Functionality on the navigation/audio system with Android phones OS 4.4 or later. This condition tends to occur to customers who have many previous text
L-TT-0162-14 Rev
Nov 5, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TT: Some customers may experience Bluetooth disconnections or loss of SMS Text Message Functionality on the navigation/audio system with Android phones OS 4.4 or later. This condition tends to occur to customers who have many previous text
L-TT-0212-16
Oct 31, 2016
203000 WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
TT: Front Brake Vibration Key Points: * Issue can occur at any time if improper torque is applied on lug nuts * Over time, even one lug nut over or under torqued, can cause a vibration issue * When lug nuts are over torqued, this causes
L-SB-0073-14 Rev
Sep 27, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: Revision Notice: The Required Tools & Equipment section has been updated. Lexus models equipped with the HDD Navigation (EMV-N) System will periodically require an update to the Gracenote? Database. Gracenote? includes detailed info
L-SB-0073-14 Rev
Sep 27, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TSB: Revision Notice: The Required Tools & Equipment section has been updated. Lexus models equipped with the HDD Navigation (EMV-N) System will periodically require an update to the Gracenote? Database. Gracenote? includes detailed info
L-SB-0073-14 Rev
Sep 27, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: Revision Notice: The Required Tools & Equipment section has been updated. Lexus models equipped with the HDD Navigation (EMV-N) System will periodically require an update to the Gracenote? Database. Gracenote? includes detailed info
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-0074-14 Rev
Sep 16, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: Revision Notice: The Parts information section, and Required Tools & Equipment section has been updated. Lexus models equipped with the HDD Navigation (EMV-N) System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB drive to update the map, p
L-SB-0074-14 Rev
Sep 16, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TSB: Revision Notice: The Parts information section, and Required Tools & Equipment section has been updated. Lexus models equipped with the HDD Navigation (EMV-N) System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB drive to update the map, p
L-SB-0074-14 Rev
Sep 16, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: Revision Notice: The Parts information section, and Required Tools & Equipment section has been updated. Lexus models equipped with the HDD Navigation (EMV-N) System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB drive to update the map, p
L-SB-0035-16
Jul 8, 2016
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
TSB: SOME 2013 ? 2015 MODEL YEAR LEXUS ES, GS, AND IS VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT DISCHARGED BATTERY OCCURRING WITH NO APPARENT SOURCE OF DISCHARGE FOUND. ONE POSSIBLE CAUSE MAY BE THE NETWORK GATEWAY COMPUTER NOT PROPERLY GOING I
L-SB-0035-16
Jul 8, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: Some 2013 ? 2015 model year Lexus ES, GS, and IS vehicles may exhibit an intermittent discharged battery occurring with no apparent source of discharge found. One possible cause may be the Network Gateway Computer not properly going i
L-TT-0202-16
May 6, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TT: SOME CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY PROGRAMMING HOMELINK.
L-TT-0202-16
May 6, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: SOME CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY PROGRAMMING HOMELINK.
L-TT-0202-16
May 6, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TT: Some customers may experience difficulty programming HomeLink.
L-SB-0011-13 Rev
Apr 13, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for inspecting and adjusting World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) level at normal vehicle operating temperature. Note: The following adjustment procedures are for U660E/F tran
LSB001416
Mar 17, 2016
220000 SEATS
Leather Care Best Practices.
L-SB-0014-16
Mar 17, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
LSB: THE PURPOSE OF THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN IS TO ELEVATE AWARENESS AND PROVIDE BEST PRACTICES FOR LEATHER CARE IN LEXUS VEHICLES. AS AN ADDITIONAL RESOURCE, IF THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH FACTORY LEATHER SEATS, THE VEHICLE OWNER'S
LSB001416
Mar 17, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Leather Care Best Practices.
L-SB-0014-16
Mar 17, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
LSB: The purpose of this Technical Service Bulletin is to elevate awareness and provide best practices for leather care in Lexus vehicles. As an additional resource, if the vehicle is equipped with factory leather seats, the vehicle Owner's
LSB-0020-15 Rev1
Mar 4, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
LSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Batteries can become discharged due to an extended storage period, temperature, paristic drain, or while demonstrating vehi
L-SB-0020-15 REV
Mar 4, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
LSB: WHILE A VEHICLE IS IN INVENTORY, THE BATTERY IS SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS THAT CAN REDUCE ITS PERFORMANCE AND LIFE. BATTERIES CAN BECOME DISCHARGED DUE TO AN EXTENDED STORAGE PERIOD, TEMPERATURE, PARISTIC DRAIN, OR WHILE DEMONSTRATING VEHI
LSB-0020-15 Rev1
Mar 4, 2016
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
LSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Batteries can become discharged due to an extended storage period, temperature, paristic drain, or while demonstrating vehi
L-TT-0162-14 Rev
Nov 12, 2015
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
TT: Some customers may experience Bluetooth disconnections or loss of SMS Text Message Functionality on the navigation/audio system with Android phones OS 4.4 or later. This condition tends to occur to customers who have many previous text
L-TT-0144-13 Rev
Nov 12, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth connectivity concerns such as: Difficulty to pair the phone. Intermittent Bluetooth failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. Various Bluetooth Audio functions are no lon
L-TT-0162-14 Rev
Nov 12, 2015
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TT: Some customers may experience Bluetooth disconnections or loss of SMS Text Message Functionality on the navigation/audio system with Android phones OS 4.4 or later. This condition tends to occur to customers who have many previous text
L-TT-0162-14 Rev
Nov 12, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TT: Some customers may experience Bluetooth disconnections or loss of SMS Text Message Functionality on the navigation/audio system with Android phones OS 4.4 or later. This condition tends to occur to customers who have many previous text
L-TT-0162-14 REV
Nov 12, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: SOME CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE BLUETOOTH DISCONNECTIONS OR LOSS OF SMS TEXT MESSAGE FUNCTIONALITY ON THE NAVIGATION/AUDIO SYSTEM WITH ANDROID PHONES OS 4.4 OR LATER. THIS CONDITION TENDS TO OCCUR TO CUSTOMERS WHO HAVE MANY PREVIOUS TEXT
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, LEXUS ES350
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP15005
Opened: Jul 9, 2015 , Closed: Aug 19, 2015
Low-speed surging
The Agency received a petition on June 19, 2015, requesting an investigation into low-speed surging in different models of Toyota automobiles in which the car starts accelerating and the engine RPM increases even when the accelerator pedal is not depressed.The petition is based upon the petitioner's... Read more
PE07016
Opened: Mar 29, 2007 , Closed: Aug 8, 2007
ACCESSORY FLOOR MAT
COMPLAINANTS INTERVIEWED BY ODI STATED THAT THEY APPLIED THE THROTTLE PEDAL TO ACCELERATE THE VEHICLE THEN EXPERIENCED UNWANTED ACCELERATION AFTER RELEASE.SUBSEQUENT (AND SOMETIMES REPEATED) APPLICATIONS OF THE BRAKE PEDAL REDUCED ACCELERATION BUT DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE.IN SOME INCIDENTS DRIVERS T... Read more
LEXUS ES350 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the LEXUS ES350 across all model years (2007, 2020).
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Total Recalls
1,531
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
198
Reported Crashes
11
Reported Fires
11
Reported Deaths
LEXUS ES350 - Year by Year
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