2019 LEXUS IS 300

2 recalls, 13 complaints - 115 TSBs

20V682000 Nov 4, 2020
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 20... Read more
Consequence
If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy par... Read more
1,525,742 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
20V012000 Jan 13, 2020
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, ... Read more
Consequence
If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and... Read more
1,830,752 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Complaint Statistics

13 total complaints 3 crashes 3 fires 6 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
UNKNOWN OR OTHER4
TIRES2
WHEELS2
STRUCTURE:BODY2
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
SUSPENSION1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 4, 2023
Incident date: Apr 1, 2023
I bought my 17 Hyundai Elantra back in august 22 and noticed sometime after buying it that it smelled like coolant burning when it ran. So I kept my eye out to see if there where any leaks no leaks. Sometime this year I took the car to central Hyundai to get it looked at cause of the burning coolant... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Apr 4, 2023
Incident date: Apr 1, 2023
Passenger sliding doors will not open. In december 2021 Dodge dealership seemingly fixed issue. It is now 2023 and the doors will not open again. This is very dangerous as I have two small children. The costs for these repairs were very expensive and unfortunately hasn't even lasted 2 years. I... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 4, 2023
Incident date: Apr 1, 2023
Passenger sliding doors will not open. In december 2021 Dodge dealership seemingly fixed issue. It is now 2023 and the doors will not open again. This is very dangerous as I have two small children. The costs for these repairs were very expensive and unfortunately hasn't even lasted 2 years. I... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Nov 16, 2022
Incident date: Nov 16, 2022
2019 LEXUS 300H. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO DEFECTIVE PASSENGER DOOR.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 18, 2020
Incident date: Nov 18, 2020
RECALL HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED SINCE JANUARY
TIRES Aug 3, 2020
Incident date: Jul 28, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LEXUS IS 300 EQUIPPED WITH BRIDGESTONE TIRES, TIRE LINE: TURANZA EL400, TIRE SIZE: 255/35/R18 N/A, DOT NUMBER: RB4TR982520. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A STAND STILL AT A TR... Read more
SUSPENSION Jun 5, 2020
Incident date: May 28, 2020
I LEASED A NEW 2019 IS 300 IN DEC 2018 FOR MY THEN 18YR DAUGHTER. SINCE THE START OF THIS CONTRACT, WE HAVE HAD THE CAR SERVICED SEVERAL TIMES FOR MULTIPLE ISSUES: THE AC NOT WORKING, THEN THE "O" RING BEING CRIMPED, SOMETHING BROKEN IN THE FUEL PUMP (CAUSING MY 19YR DAUGHTER TO BE STUCK ON THE SIDE... Read more
WHEELS Jun 5, 2020
Incident date: May 28, 2020
I LEASED A NEW 2019 IS 300 IN DEC 2018 FOR MY THEN 18YR DAUGHTER. SINCE THE START OF THIS CONTRACT, WE HAVE HAD THE CAR SERVICED SEVERAL TIMES FOR MULTIPLE ISSUES: THE AC NOT WORKING, THEN THE "O" RING BEING CRIMPED, SOMETHING BROKEN IN THE FUEL PUMP (CAUSING MY 19YR DAUGHTER TO BE STUCK ON THE SIDE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 5, 2020
Incident date: May 28, 2020
I LEASED A NEW 2019 IS 300 IN DEC 2018 FOR MY THEN 18YR DAUGHTER. SINCE THE START OF THIS CONTRACT, WE HAVE HAD THE CAR SERVICED SEVERAL TIMES FOR MULTIPLE ISSUES: THE AC NOT WORKING, THEN THE "O" RING BEING CRIMPED, SOMETHING BROKEN IN THE FUEL PUMP (CAUSING MY 19YR DAUGHTER TO BE STUCK ON THE SIDE... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Mar 3, 2020
Incident date: Feb 17, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LEXUS IS 300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V012000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR... Read more
TIRES Jul 12, 2019
Incident date: Jun 25, 2019
PLEASE SEE IMAGES. WITHOUT WARNING ON THIS NEWS 2019 LEXUS IS 300 WITH APPROXIMATELY 2,000 MILES ON IT THE LEFT REAR FRONT TIRE LITERALLY CAME OFF THE VEHICLE WHILE TRAVELING SOUTH AT LEGAL HIGHWAY SPEED ON I-95 NEAR BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA. THE TIRE COMPLETELY BLEW UP OFF THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE... Read more
Crash Fire 2 injured
WHEELS Jul 12, 2019
Incident date: Jun 25, 2019
PLEASE SEE IMAGES. WITHOUT WARNING ON THIS NEWS 2019 LEXUS IS 300 WITH APPROXIMATELY 2,000 MILES ON IT THE LEFT REAR FRONT TIRE LITERALLY CAME OFF THE VEHICLE WHILE TRAVELING SOUTH AT LEGAL HIGHWAY SPEED ON I-95 NEAR BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA. THE TIRE COMPLETELY BLEW UP OFF THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE... Read more
Crash Fire 2 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 12, 2019
Incident date: Jun 25, 2019
PLEASE SEE IMAGES. WITHOUT WARNING ON THIS NEWS 2019 LEXUS IS 300 WITH APPROXIMATELY 2,000 MILES ON IT THE LEFT REAR FRONT TIRE LITERALLY CAME OFF THE VEHICLE WHILE TRAVELING SOUTH AT LEGAL HIGHWAY SPEED ON I-95 NEAR BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA. THE TIRE COMPLETELY BLEW UP OFF THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE... Read more
Crash Fire 2 injured

EPA Fuel Economy, 2019 LEXUS IS 300

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (S8) (Rear-Wheel Drive) 21.0 30.0 24.0 Premium $3,150

CO2 Emissions: 360.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2019 LEXUS IS 300

115 manufacturer communications from 69 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT31
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL7
200000 WHEELS7
060000 ENGINE (PWS)7
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY5
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING5
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY5
LSB000523 Feb 9, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TSB: Some 2013 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit a hard start and/or MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ?DTC P0171 and/or P0174 (System Too Lean Bank 1/Bank 2) ?DTC P0087 Fuel
LSB000523 Feb 9, 2023
117200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE
TSB: Some 2013 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit a hard start and/or MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ?DTC P0171 and/or P0174 (System Too Lean Bank 1/Bank 2) ?DTC P0087 Fuel
23LE01 Feb 9, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
DL: On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was approved by the federal court. The settlement includes Lexus?s agreement to provide a Customer Support Program for certain 2013-2020 model year (MY) ve
23LE01 Feb 9, 2023
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
DL: On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was approved by the federal court. The settlement includes Lexus?s agreement to provide a Customer Support Program for certain 2013-2020 model year (MY) ve
23LE02 Feb 9, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
DL: On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was approved by the federal court. The settlement includes Lexus?s agreement to provide a Customer Support Program for certain 2015-2020 model year (MY) ve
23LE02 Feb 9, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
DL: On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was approved by the federal court. The settlement includes Lexus?s agreement to provide a Customer Support Program for certain 2015-2020 model year (MY) ve
LSB002121Rev1 Jun 20, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with an FKS engine
LSB002121Rev1 Jun 20, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with an FKS engine
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
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-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-0021-21 Jul 20, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2021 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with an FKS engine.
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-SB-0007-21 Mar 30, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: Some 2015 ? 2017 model year NX 200t, 2016 ? 2017 model year GS 200t, IS 200t, and RC 200t, 2018 ? 2019 model year GS 300, and 2018 ? 2020 model year IS 300, NX 300, and RC 300 vehicles equipped with an 8AR-FTS engine may exhibit a MIL
L-SB-0007-21 Mar 30, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TSB: Some 2015 ? 2017 model year NX 200t, 2016 ? 2017 model year GS 200t, IS 200t, and RC 200t, 2018 ? 2019 model year GS 300, and 2018 ? 2020 model year IS 300, NX 300, and RC 300 vehicles equipped with an 8AR-FTS engine may exhibit a MIL
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-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-SB-0039-20 Oct 16, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TSB: This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 ? 2021 model year Lexus vehicles.
L-SB-0094-16 Rev Sep 8, 2020
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TSB: Some 2016 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles with navigation (version less than A1##8020) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Pink or purple flashing navigation screen. ?Black or blank navigation screen. ?Navigat
L-SB-0094-16 Rev Sep 8, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: Some 2016 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles with navigation (version less than A1##8020) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Pink or purple flashing navigation screen. ?Black or blank navigation screen. ?Navigat
L-SB-0020-19 Rev Aug 12, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicab
L-SB-0020-19 Rev Aug 12, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicab
L-SB-0020-19 Rev Aug 12, 2020
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicab
L-SB-0020-19 Rev Aug 12, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicab
L-TT-0288-20 Rev Aug 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: The Lexus Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover de
L-TT-0288-20 Rev Aug 7, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TT: The Lexus Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover de
L-TT-0288-20 Rev Aug 7, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TT: The Lexus Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover de
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-TT-0265-19 Rev Jul 20, 2020
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
TT: The new DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger may cause your facility?s Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) breaker to trip. A GFCI breaker can be tripped for various reasons, one of the reasons may be related to the DCA-8000. We are investig
L-TT-0265-19 Rev Jul 20, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TT: The new DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger may cause your facility?s Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) breaker to trip. A GFCI breaker can be tripped for various reasons, one of the reasons may be related to the DCA-8000. We are investig
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-TT-0288-20 Rev Jun 10, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TT: The Lexus Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover de
L-TT-0288-20 Jun 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TT: The Lexus Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover
Lexus Safety Re May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
L-SB-0019-20 Apr 24, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
TSB: Some 2017 ? 2019 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Uneven temperature or air flow between the vents ?Little or no air flow from the vent(s) ?Improper MODE control function Some ve
L-TT-0287-20 Apr 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: Due to the challenges caused by the COVID-19 virus threat, some dealers are experiencing reduced traffic into their stores and causing dealer stock to age. Due to this situation, dealers are reminded and recommended to follow the Long-T
L-TT-0286-20 Apr 15, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: After performing a battery test using the DCA-8000 battery diagnostic charger and the battery health has been considered a ?Good? condition, the DCA will automatically enter a post-test charging mode. In the post-test charging mode,
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-TT-0282-20 Mar 19, 2020
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
TT: Some vehicles may continue to experience abnormal blend door noise when changing the HVAC temperature setting after the air conditioner radiator assembly (evaporator case) was replaced for the same condition.
L-SB-0034-18_Rev Mar 10, 2020
034520 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
TSB: Some 2013 ? 2020 model year Lexus AWD F Sport and non-F Sport model vehicles may exhibit a squeal/squeak noise from the front brake pads. For customers who find this characteristic objectionable, an updated shim kit is now available a
L-SB-0034-18_Rev Mar 10, 2020
045200 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS
TSB: Some 2013 ? 2020 model year Lexus AWD F Sport and non-F Sport model vehicles may exhibit a squeal/squeak noise from the front brake pads. For customers who find this characteristic objectionable, an updated shim kit is now available a
L-TT-0281-20 Mar 9, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 functi
L-TT-0281-20 Mar 9, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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 functi
L-TT-0281-20 Mar 9, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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 functi
L-SB-0008-19_Rev Mar 9, 2020
034520 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
TSB: Some 2014 ? 2020 model year IS350, 2016 ? 2017 model year IS200t, and 2018 ? 2020 model year IS300 may exhibit a squeal/squeak noise from the front brake pads. This is only applicable on 2WD F Sport vehicles. This condition may be pres
L-SB-0008-19_Rev Mar 9, 2020
045200 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS
TSB: Some 2014 ? 2020 model year IS350, 2016 ? 2017 model year IS200t, and 2018 ? 2020 model year IS300 may exhibit a squeal/squeak noise from the front brake pads. This is only applicable on 2WD F Sport vehicles. This condition may be pres
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
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-TT-0272-19 Nov 8, 2019
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TT: Some vehicles with Pioneer 12.3? (or 10.3? IS) Navigation may encounter an intermittent Pink flash on the display followed by a system reset.
L-TT-0272-19 Nov 8, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TT: Some vehicles with Pioneer 12.3? (or 10.3? IS) Navigation may encounter an intermittent Pink flash on the display followed by a system reset.
L-TT-0271-19 Oct 21, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns, it may be requested as part of the remanufactured head unit return to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to
Lexus Safety Re Oct 17, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
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
L-SB-0060-13_Rev Jul 31, 2019
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 bullet
L-SB-0060-13_Rev Jul 31, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
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 bullet
L-TT-0265-19 Jul 18, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TT: The new DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger may cause your facility?s Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) breaker to trip. A GFCI breaker can be tripped for various reasons, one of the reasons may be related to the DCA-8000. We are investig
L-TT-0265-19 Jul 18, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: The new DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger may cause your facility?s Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) breaker to trip. A GFCI breaker can be tripped for various reasons, one of the reasons may be related to the DCA-8000. We are investig
L-SB-0001-18-Rev Jul 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0001-18-Rev Jul 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0001-18-Rev Jul 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0001-18-Rev Jul 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
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-0261-19 May 15, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: While performing the retrofit TSB, and creating the USB stick, it is critical that all files that are included in the .zip folder are extracted in the root directory (not in any folders) of the USB drive.
L-SB-0029-19 May 14, 2019
200000 WHEELS
TSB: Some 2011 ? 2019 model year Lexus vehicles (including RX350HL, RX450HL, LS460L, and LS600HL) with super chrome wheel finishes may become discolored and/or damaged when aftermarket cleaners, polishes, or brake dust removal products are
Lexus Safety-050 May 2, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
Lexus Safety Rec May 2, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
L-SB-0017-19 Apr 4, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: Some 2010 ? 2019 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and c
L-SB-0017-19 Apr 4, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: Some 2010 ? 2019 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and c
L-TT-0218-17-Rev Feb 18, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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, h
L-TT-0218-17-Rev Feb 18, 2019
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, h
L-SB-0006-19 Feb 15, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: This bulletin details the supplemental procedure to confirm Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM) activation for applicable 2018 ? 2019 model year Lexus vehicles after the process is initiated by Techstream. The steps outlined in
L-TT-0257-19 Feb 14, 2019
200000 WHEELS
TT: Some models are equipped with front and rear wheels of different offsets or width. Wheel offset, defined as the distance between the wheel?s centerline and the wheel-to-rotor mounting surface, affects the clearance between the back of t
Lexus Safety Re Feb 6, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
Lexus Safety Re Feb 6, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
L-TT-0255-19 Jan 16, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TT: The current engine active test Control the Injection Mode? is not operating as desired when controlling the direct injectors manually on 2GR-FKS engines. When direct injection is started and then stopped using the active test, current E
Lexus Safety Re Jan 9, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
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-SB-0108-17_Obs Dec 5, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE December 04, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0045-18.
L-SB-0045-18 Dec 4, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0108-17. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year UX200 and UX250h vehicles. Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0108-17 is ob
L-SB-0045-18 Dec 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0108-17. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year UX200 and UX250h vehicles. Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0108-17 is ob
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-0043-18 Dec 3, 2018
190000 TIRES
TSB: During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires
L-SB-0043-18 Dec 3, 2018
200000 WHEELS
TSB: During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires
L-SB-0044-18 Dec 3, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0112-17. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year UX200 and UX250h vehicles. Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0112-17 is ob
L-SB-0105-17_Obs Dec 3, 2018
190000 TIRES
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE December 03, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0043-18.
L-SB-0112-17_Obs Dec 3, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE December 03, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0044-18.
L-SB-0102-17_Rev Nov 30, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 30, 2018 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year UX200 and UX250h vehicles. June 20, 2018 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year Lexus vehicles. Any previous
L-SB-0103-17_Rev Nov 30, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 30, 2018 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year UX200 and UX250h vehicles. April 25, 2018 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year vehicles. Any previous prin
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-0235-17_Rev Nov 28, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
L-SB-0153-17_Rev Nov 12, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 12, 2018 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2018 ? 2019 model year GS300, IS300, NX300, and RC300 vehicles. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin
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.

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LEXUS IS 300 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the LEXUS IS 300 across all model years (2001, 2019).

4 Total Recalls
158 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
32 Reported Crashes
7 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

LEXUS IS 300 - Year by Year

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

Year Recalls Complaints
2022 0 2 View
2021 0 2 View
2020 0 4 View
2019 (current) 2 13
2018 1 9 View
2017 0 2 View
2016 0 3 View
2006 0 1 View
2005 0 6 View
2004 0 23 View
2003 0 25 View
2002 0 37 View
2001 1 29 View

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TX 406 75 View
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NX 352 296 View
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LS HYBRID 256 5 View
RZ 252 29 View