2016 LEXUS ES350

1 recalls, 27 complaints - 202 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

16V198000 Apr 7, 2016
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota RAV4 vehicles manufactured October 30, 2015, to February 3, 2016, 2016 Lexus RX350 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2015, to February 8, 2016, and 2016 Lexus ES350 vehicles manufactured September 1, 2015, ... Read more
Consequence
Insufficient brake fluid pressure may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 4, 2016, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G0I, GLC.
16,656 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Complaint Statistics

27 total complaints 2 crashes

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
UNKNOWN OR OTHER8
SERVICE BRAKES3
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
ENGINE2
AIR BAGS2
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)1
SUSPENSION May 4, 2022
Incident date: Apr 27, 2022
Steering wheel vibrations after 65 MPH is reach, more noticeable when vehicle has reached the speed and cruising. Had tires rebalanced and rotated and issue still persists. The vibration feels like when a wheel lock is loose or missing.
STEERING May 4, 2022
Incident date: Apr 27, 2022
Steering wheel vibrations after 65 MPH is reach, more noticeable when vehicle has reached the speed and cruising. Had tires rebalanced and rotated and issue still persists. The vibration feels like when a wheel lock is loose or missing.
STRUCTURE:BODY Apr 7, 2022
Incident date: Apr 5, 2022
2016 Lexus ES350 with the 2nd row sunroof. While driving the car the front sunroof shattered without cause, sending glass pieces into the cabin creating a very dangerous situation. This appears to be a problem that has happened many times before as there are many people that have talked about this i... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Dec 22, 2021
Incident date: Dec 22, 2021
Effective in 2022 all cellular carriers are upgrading to 5G. With this transition a majority of vehicles will no longer be able to use their vehicles emergency crash response systems. In my 2016 Lexus ES350 the Emergency SOS system utilizes 3G cellular service which will be turned off in 2022 making... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 5, 2021
Incident date: Jul 5, 2021
At 1 p.m. July 5, 2021, I was driving on the expressway on a short trip from home (about 5 miles). Temperature outside was 83 degrees, inside car 70 degrees. No overpasses, nearby cars, or debris noted from roadway. We heard a loud explosion. Seeing no other vehicles, feeling nothing wrong with ... Read more
ENGINE Apr 5, 2021
Incident date: Apr 3, 2021
I BOUGHT USED 2016 LEXUS ES350, MILES 84000, AND AFTER A MONTH I HEARD RATTLING NOISE FROM RIGHT SIDE OF ENGINE. MOST LIKELY FROM WATER PUMP PULLY.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Oct 29, 2020
Incident date: Feb 25, 2020
ON FEB. 25, 2020 AT APPROXIMATELY 7 AM I WAS DRIVING ALONG A LOCAL ROUTE IN HICKSVILLE, NY IN MY 2016 LEXUS ES 350 TRAVELING APPROX. 40 MPH. ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT. THE NEXT THING I KNEW I HEARD GLASS RATTLING AROUND ON MY ROOF. I PULLED OVER AND NOTICED THAT MY SUNROOF... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Oct 7, 2020
Incident date: Oct 7, 2020
ON OCTOBER 7 AT APPROXIMATELY 5 AM I WAS DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 285 EASTBOUND IN ATLANTA GEORGIA. I WAS DRIVING MY 2016 LEXUS ES 350. I WAS TRAVELING AT A SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY 75 MILES AN HOUR. ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT. THE NEXT THING I KNEW I HEARD GLASS RATTLING AROUND ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Jul 15, 2019
Incident date: Jul 11, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 LEXUS ES350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25-30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO SLOW OR STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THERE WAS NO I... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS Jul 15, 2019
Incident date: Jul 11, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 LEXUS ES350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25-30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO SLOW OR STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THERE WAS NO I... Read more
Crash
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 12, 2019
Incident date: Apr 12, 2019
THIN WINDSHIELD. WINDSHIELD MUST BE EXTREMELY THIN. I BOUGHT A CERTIFIED LEXUS OCT 2016. WINDSHIELD CRACKED STARTING FROM LEFT BLACK BORDER AROUND WINDSHIELD. SAFELITE REPLACED IT. 6 DAYS LATER, DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND IT CRACKED IN THE SAME PLACE STARTING FROM THE BLACK BORDER. NO ROCKS H... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY Mar 14, 2019
Incident date: Mar 14, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 LEXUS ES350. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND UNOCCUPIED, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED AND GLASS SHATTERED OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE SIDE COVER WAS CLOSED DUE TO THE FAILURE. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jan 2, 2019
Incident date: Dec 27, 2018
SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD.
SERVICE BRAKES Nov 20, 2018
Incident date: Aug 24, 2018
WEAK BRAKE
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Dec 11, 2017
Incident date: Dec 9, 2017
DRIVING IN A STORM ALL THE FORWARD LOOKING SENSORS FAILED AS THE SENSOR BECAME COVERED WITH SNOW AND ICE. THESE ARE THE SENSORS THAT CONTROL COLLISION ALERT, LANE DEPARTURE ALERT, CRUSE CONTROL ETC. THE SAFETY FUNCTIONS MOST REQUIRED IN BAD WEATHER FAILED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 11, 2017
Incident date: Dec 9, 2017
DRIVING IN A STORM ALL THE FORWARD LOOKING SENSORS FAILED AS THE SENSOR BECAME COVERED WITH SNOW AND ICE. THESE ARE THE SENSORS THAT CONTROL COLLISION ALERT, LANE DEPARTURE ALERT, CRUSE CONTROL ETC. THE SAFETY FUNCTIONS MOST REQUIRED IN BAD WEATHER FAILED.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) Dec 11, 2017
Incident date: Dec 9, 2017
DRIVING IN A STORM ALL THE FORWARD LOOKING SENSORS FAILED AS THE SENSOR BECAME COVERED WITH SNOW AND ICE. THESE ARE THE SENSORS THAT CONTROL COLLISION ALERT, LANE DEPARTURE ALERT, CRUSE CONTROL ETC. THE SAFETY FUNCTIONS MOST REQUIRED IN BAD WEATHER FAILED.
AIR BAGS Nov 8, 2017
Incident date: Sep 15, 2017
TAKATA RECALL: I WAS CALLED BY LEXUS TO SAY THERE WAS A RECALL 2 MONTHS AGO. I MADE AN APPOINTMENT AND LEFT MY CAR THERE. THEY GAVE ME A LOANER. THEY CALLED AND APOLOGIZED THEY DIDN'T HAVE THE REPLACEMENT PART. THEY SAID THEY WOULD CALL ME WHEN THEY DID AND I RETURNED THE LOANER AND TOOK MY CAR BAC... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 21, 2017
Incident date: May 30, 2017
I HAVE OWN TWO LEXUS'S A 2014 AND 2016 AND IT APPEARED THAT THE WINDSHIELDS ARE EXTREMELY THIN BECAUSE I HAVE HAD ROCKS CRACK THEM ON THE INTERSTATE, ON BOTH OF THE DIFFERENT CARS. I AM CERTAIN THAT OTHERS HAVE HAD THIS TROUBLES AS WELL. I WAS TRAVELING ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY.
ENGINE Apr 28, 2017
Incident date: Mar 15, 2017
WHILE TURNING RIGHT FROM ONE STREET TO ANOTHER, THERE WAS COMPLETE ENGINE SHUT-OFF, AND SEVERAL SECONDS PASSED BEFORE I COULD RE-START THE CAR, THIS OCCURRING IN MORNING RUSH HOUR, AND BARELY AVERTED AN ACCIDENT. THIS CAR ALSO HAS HAD NUMEROUS RANDOM AND OCCASIONAL ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, MIRRORS MOVIN... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 28, 2017
Incident date: Mar 15, 2017
WHILE TURNING RIGHT FROM ONE STREET TO ANOTHER, THERE WAS COMPLETE ENGINE SHUT-OFF, AND SEVERAL SECONDS PASSED BEFORE I COULD RE-START THE CAR, THIS OCCURRING IN MORNING RUSH HOUR, AND BARELY AVERTED AN ACCIDENT. THIS CAR ALSO HAS HAD NUMEROUS RANDOM AND OCCASIONAL ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, MIRRORS MOVIN... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Oct 29, 2016
Incident date: Oct 5, 2016
I WAS DRIVING THE CAR ON THE FREEWAY WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ON WHEN IT STARTED TO RAPIDLY DECELERATE AND PULL BACK TO A STANDSTILL. I PUSHED THE ACCELERATOR BUT NOTHING WOULD STOP THE DECELERATION. I HAD TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE FREEWAY SINCE THE CAR EVENTUALLY STOPPED AND PUSHED THE BU... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Oct 29, 2016
Incident date: Oct 5, 2016
I WAS DRIVING THE CAR ON THE FREEWAY WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ON WHEN IT STARTED TO RAPIDLY DECELERATE AND PULL BACK TO A STANDSTILL. I PUSHED THE ACCELERATOR BUT NOTHING WOULD STOP THE DECELERATION. I HAD TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE FREEWAY SINCE THE CAR EVENTUALLY STOPPED AND PUSHED THE BU... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE Oct 17, 2016
Incident date: Feb 1, 2016
2016 LEXUS ES350. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM/ BRAKE ACTUATOR SYSTEM MALFUNCTION. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED SIX WEEKS AFTER LEASING THE VEHICLE. THE PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM/BRAKE ACTUATOR SYSTEM ENGAGED FOR NO REASON; BRINGING THE VEHICLE TO AN UNCONTROLLED ABRUPT STOP,... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Aug 17, 2016
Incident date: Apr 15, 2016
THERE HAS BEEN A RECALL ON LEXUS 2016 ES 350 IN APRIL 2016 FOR THE BRAKE ACTUATOR WHICH COULD CAUSE BRAKE PRESSURE TO FAIL. I HAVE CALLED SEVERAL TIMES THE LEXUS DEALERSHIP IN ESCONDIDO, CA. TELLS ME....... "WE DON'T HAVE THE PARTS AND WE WILL CALL YOU WHEN WE GET THE PARTS." I AM DRIVING A BRAND... Read more
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) Jun 7, 2016
Incident date: Jun 7, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 LEXUS ES350. WHILE LEAVING A PARKING LOT, THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM FAILED AND AFFECTED THE RADIO. THE CONTACT RESTARTED THE ENGINE; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER May 2, 2016
Incident date: Jan 1, 2016
THE CAR HAS A SYSTEM JUST LIKE A COMPUTER. THE 'MOUSE' HAS A LIGHT THAT FLITS OVER THE SCREEN. IT IS VERY HARD TO CONTROL WHILE DRIVING AND I FIND IT MORE DANGEROUS THEN TEXTING WHILE DRIVING. YOU REALLY SHOULD LOOK INTO THIS.

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2016 LEXUS ES350

2016 Lexus ES350 4 DR FWD

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Passenger 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 11.1%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningOptional
Lane Departure WarningNo

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 LEXUS ES350

202 manufacturer communications from 104 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT47
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)21
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM21
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER12
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY12
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE10
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.9
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL8
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-TT-0303-21 Sep 3, 2021
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
TT: When used in conjunction with the Repair Manual, these Blind Spot Monitor, Forward Recognition Camera, and Front Millimeter Wave Radar tips leverage SSTs and readily available tools to support target placement in varying shop environmen
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
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
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
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-TT-0235-17 Rev Aug 5, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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-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
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-TT-0235-17 Rev Aug 5, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
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
Lexus Safety Re May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
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-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-TT-0254-18 Mar 26, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: In certain cases of leaking air conditioning systems, the root cause of the leak is inadvertently overlooked, causing a repeat repair. To improve customer satisfaction and repair A/C system leaks in one dealer visit, Toyota has develo
L-SB-0060-13 Obs Feb 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: February 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0003-20.
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
L-TT-0242-18_Rev Nov 20, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TT: In some cases, customers may report the engine coolant temperature gauge on the combination meter intermittently reading max hot, or ?in the red zone,? (Fig.1) on a vehicle with no other symptoms of overheating.
L-TT-0242-18_Rev Nov 20, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TT: In some cases, customers may report the engine coolant temperature gauge on the combination meter intermittently reading max hot, or ?in the red zone,? (Fig.1) on a vehicle with no other symptoms of overheating.
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 - 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 - 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 - 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_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
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
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-0254-18 Dec 21, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: In certain cases of leaking air conditioning systems, the root cause of the leak is inadvertently overlooked, causing a repeat repair. To improve customer satisfaction and repair A/C system leaks in one dealer visit, Toyota has develope
L-TT-0252-18 Dec 4, 2018
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
TT: When adjusting the Forward Recognition Camera on vehicles with Lexus Safety Sense, it can be difficult to print the repair manual target to the proper size.
L-SB-0084-15_Obs Nov 30, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 30, 2018: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.
L-TT-0242-18_Rev Nov 28, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TT: In some cases, customers may report the engine coolant temperature gauge on the combination meter intermittently reading max hot, or ?in the red zone,? (Fig.1) on a vehicle with no other symptoms of overheating.
L-TT-0235-17_Rev Nov 28, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
L-TT-250-18 Sep 27, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TT: Vehicle control apps might not operate as expected at times due to preconditions (normal operating parameters) not being established, vehicle settings and/or network/cellular coverage concerns.
L-TT-0245-18 Aug 17, 2018
273000 LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
TT: When used in conjunction with the Repair Manual, these Blind Spot Monitor, Forward Recognition Camera, and Front Millimeter Wave Radar tips leverage SSTs and readily available tools to support target placement in varying shop environmen
L-TT-0242-18 May 18, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TT: In some cases, customers may report the engine coolant temperature gauge on the combination meter intermittently reading max hot, or "in the red zone," (Fig.1) on a vehicle with no other symptoms of overheating.
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-SB-0035-15_Obs Feb 23, 2018
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE February 23, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0006-18.
L-SB-0035-15_Obs Feb 23, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE February 23, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0006-18.
L-SB-0006-18 Feb 21, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0035-15. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0035-15 is obsolete and any printed versions should be disc
L-SB-0006-18 Feb 21, 2018
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0035-15. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0035-15 is obsolete and any printed versions should be disc
L-SB-0006-18 Feb 21, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0035-15. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0035-15 is obsolete and any printed versions should be disc
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-SB-0151-17 Sep 8, 2017
200000 WHEELS
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to notify technicians of the best practices to help reduce brake vibration conditions for our customers. The condition can occur at any time if improper torque is applied to lug nuts. Over time, even one
L-SB-0151-17 Sep 8, 2017
203000 WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to notify technicians of the best practices to help reduce brake vibration conditions for our customers. The condition can occur at any time if improper torque is applied to lug nuts. Over time, even one
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-0222-17 Apr 12, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: During previous air conditioning service, leakage prevention agent (A/C stop leak) may have been added to the A/C system. Adding stop leak products to the A/C system is not a recommended or approved Lexus repair process. During A/C serv
L-TT-0222-17 Apr 12, 2017
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: During previous air conditioning service, leakage prevention agent (A/C stop leak) may have been added to the A/C system. Adding stop leak products to the A/C system is not a recommended or approved Lexus repair process. During A/C serv
L-SB-0121-17 Apr 10, 2017
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
TSB: Some 2014 ? 2016 model year Lexus vehicles may not unlock with either the Smart Entry or the wireless remote. The door lock can be placed in the middle position between lock and unlock when exiting the vehicle. This can cause the door
L-SB-0121-17 Apr 10, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Some 2014 ? 2016 model year Lexus vehicles may not unlock with either the Smart Entry or the wireless remote. The door lock can be placed in the middle position between lock and unlock when exiting the vehicle. This can cause the door
L-TT-0182-15 Apr 4, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TT: Rev1 iPhone text messages do not appear on multimedia display.
L-TT-0182-15 Apr 4, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
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-SB-0035-15 Rev Nov 7, 2016
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
TSB: Some 2015 - 2016 Lexus IS models, NX models, ES models, CT 200h, GX 460, RC models, or 2015 GS models and LS models equipped with navigation (version less than V1##8910), may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: * Voice R
L-SB-0035-15 Rev Nov 7, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TSB: Some 2015 - 2016 Lexus IS models, NX models, ES models, CT 200h, GX 460, RC models, or 2015 GS models and LS models equipped with navigation (version less than V1##8910), may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: * Voice R
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

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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
DP, Closed , Model Year: 2009
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
PE, Closed , Model Year: 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).

36 Total Recalls
1,531 Total Complaints
2 Investigations
198 Reported Crashes
11 Reported Fires
11 Reported Deaths

LEXUS ES350 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2023 0 2 View
2022 0 5 View
2021 0 6 View
2020 1 10 View
2019 2 6 View
2018 2 7 View
2017 1 26 View
2016 (current) 1 27
2015 1 23 View
2014 1 26 View
2013 1 29 View
2012 3 94 View
2011 3 161 View
2010 5 150 View
2009 5 154 View
2008 5 276 View
2007 5 529 View

Other LEXUS Models

Model Recalls Complaints
LS 421 284 View
RX 420 1,181 View
TX 406 75 View
LX 353 73 View
NX 352 296 View
NX HYBRID 310 13 View
LS HYBRID 256 5 View
RZ 252 29 View