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Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 101–141 of 141, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Mar 19, 2009–Sep 12, 2013.
Back to 2009 Lexus ES350 problems & recallsThis archive includes service bulletins, warranty notices, software instructions and other communications. Records may repeat or supersede earlier instructions. A model-year association is not proof that a document covers every engine, trim, VIN or reported symptom, or that a repair is free.
NHTSA download snapshot: Sep 28, 2026. These are communication associations for this vehicle, not unique defects. How records are joined and counted.
NHTSA communication ID: 10132176
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Some 2006 ? 2014 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit odors naturally occurring from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors. Although there is no way to eliminate these odors, follow the General Procedure in this bulletin to minimize the odors experienced.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10132176 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205376
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Window and Windshield kProduct Report Tips - Multiple Vehicles
Source components: VISIBILITY.
Source record 10205376 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10132278
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Tips for writing a DPR (Dealer Product Report) on manufacturing issues for windows and windshields.
Source components: VISIBILITY.
Source record 10132278 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10132276
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Certain service publications, Technical Service Bulletins, Service Campaign Technical Instructions and Service & Parts Operation Communication Bulletins may reference specifically required adhesives and sealants
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10132276 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10132273
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Prior to tire rotation use the quick reference chart below to verify the size of the lug nut and the lug nut torque specifications. The quick reference chart is applicable to current generation vehicles only.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · TIRES.
Source record 10132273 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133694
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The Federal Court in Orange County, CA today continued a Fairness Hearing regarding the proposed settlement of the consolidated Economic L:oss Class Actions relating to claims of unintended acceleration. The new (continued) date for Fairness Hearing is July 19,2013. After the hearing TMS will provide further updates on the status and timing of the settlement.
Source components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL.
Source record 10133694 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133693
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On June 14, 2013 the Federal Court in Orange County, California will conduct a Fairness Hearing regarding the proposed settlement of the consolidated Economic Loss Class Actions. Dealerships may notice media coverage of this Fairness Hearing.
Source components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL.
Source record 10133693 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10132302
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If a creak, tick, or rattle noise is heard at the top or bottom of the windshield, the source of the noise may be the two windshield stoppers bonded to the top of the windshield or the windshield retainers bonded to the lower edge of the windshield. This bulletin provides the recommended repair procedure to eliminate these types of noises from the windshield area.
Source components: BACK OVER PREVENTION · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD.
Source record 10132302 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133866
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Navigation/ Multi Info Display Day Mode Operation
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10133866 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205126
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WS ATF Level Adjustment for U660E/F Transmissions.
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10205126 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133850
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This bulletin includes basic procedures for inspecting and adjusting World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) level at normal vehicle operating temperature.
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10133850 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10061231
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
Source record 10061231 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205365
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Vehicle no start, Start Stop Run Button LED - Lexus Models with Smart Key with LED
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10205365 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133865
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The vehicle will not start or ready-on and the steering wheel lock is engaged so that the steering wheel may only be turned very little from side-to-side.
Source components: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR.
Source record 10133865 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205319
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Brake Pedal Force Gauge SST for Parking Brake Inspection.
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.
Source record 10205319 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133849
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A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the Brake Pedal Force Gauge. Refer to the appropriate Repair Manual for parking brake pedal travel inspection and adjustment specification.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · PARKING BRAKE.
Source record 10133849 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205312
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Theft Deterrent/Keyless Entry.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10205312 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133846
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Some customers may inquire about the frequency and power output of the Smart Key/Smart Entry systems used on various models. The Smart Key/Smart Entry systems conform to all applicable FCC rules. This bulletin details the applicable specifications for these systems.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10133846 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133873
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As previously communicated in December 2012, Lexus discovered that the trunk release lever handle in some model vehicles can break if not pulled in the direction specified on the handle. The part has been changed in production and parts have been prepared to support a product update for existing customer vehicles.
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID.
Source record 10133873 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133872
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As previously communicated in December 2012, Lexus discovered that the trunk release lever handle in some model vehicles can break if not pulled in the direction specified on the handle. The part has been changed in production and parts have been prepared to support a product update for existing customer vehicles.
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID.
Source record 10133872 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133926
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In the recent Bi-annual Floor Mat reminder letter distributed November, 2012, Lexus indicated that we were developing support materials that will help remind dealership customers and associates of the importance of proper floor mat usage.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10133926 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133914
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Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin details the Techstream ECU flash reprograming process and outlines use of the TIS and the CUW.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10133914 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133923
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Lexus vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pretensioner devices did not per
Source components: AIR BAGS.
Source record 10133923 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133910
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When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10133910 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133972
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On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 Consumer Reports will post a story on its internet site about the Internal Release Lever in certain Lexus vehicles. Please use the information provided in this communication to respond to any customer inquiries.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10133972 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10054797
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LEXUS: INFORMATION REGARDING THE SEAT COVER REPLACEMENT, EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIR BAGS, THE MODIFICATIONS THAT MIGHT NEGATIVELY AFFECT SIDE AIR BAG PERFORMANCE CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURIES. *PE
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · SEATS.
Source record 10054797 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10042912
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LEXUS: A CONDITION, EXHIBIT BY SOME VEHICLES, REGARDING THE VISIBILITY OF DUST OR POWDER LOCATED IN THE HVAC VENTS. A CLEANING PROCEDURE HAS BEEN DEVELOPED WITH A NEW DESIGNED EVAPORATOR AND HVAC SYSTEM, TO ADDRESS CONDITION. *PE
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10042912 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10041079
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TOYOTA: MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES STORED. *RM
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM).
Source record 10041079 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10039079
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TOYOTA LEXUS: 2007-2009 ES350. THERE MAY BE A POP NOISE FROM THE REAR SEAT DUE TO INSUFFICIENTLY TORQUED NUTS. *RM
Source components: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY.
Source record 10039079 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10036947
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LEXUS: LEXUS ALL WEATHER FLOOR MATS. A DIFFERENT MODEL VEHICLE'S FLOOR MATS WAS INSTALLED, INCORRECTLY, IN A 2009 ES 350 WHICH CAUSED AN INTERFERENCE WITH ACCELERATOR PEDAL. *PE
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10036947 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10037565
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LEXUS: WHEN THE HEAT IS TURNED ON SOME 2008-2010 ES VEHICLES MAY HAVE A LARGE VARIATION IN TEMPERATURES BETWEEN THE VENTS IN THE PASSENGER OR DRIVER SIDE. *RM
Source components: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE.
Source record 10037565 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10037625
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LEXUS: INFORMATION ON AN IMPROVED TRANSMISSION FLUID. *RM
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
Source record 10037625 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10034245
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LEXUS: TECHSTREAM ECU FLASH REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE. FLASH REPROGRAMMING ALLOWS THE ECU SOFTWARE TO BE UPDATED WITHOUT REPLACING THE ECU. FLASH CALIBRATION UPDATES FOR SPECIFIC VEHICLE MODELS/ECUS ARE RELEASED AS FIELD FIX PROCEDURES DESCRIBED IN INDIVIDUAL SERVICE BULLETINS. *PE
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10034245 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10033047
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LEXUS: INTERIOR PANELS/TRIM. TO IMPROVE SERVICEABILITY OF THE FLOOR CARPET GROMMET (FLOOR CLAMP RETAINER), A NEW SERVICE PART HAS BEEN DEVELOPED WHICH ALLOWS THE FLOOR CARPET GROMMET TO BE REPLACED SEPARATELY FROM THE CARPET ASSEMBLY. MODELS INCLUDE ES350; IS F; IS250; IS350; IS250C, IS350. *PE
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10033047 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10033066
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LEXUS: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MIL ON CONDITION WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P0351, P0352, P0353, P0354, P0355, OR P0356 (IGNITION COIL PRIMARY/SECONDARY CIRCUIT) STORED IN THE ENGINE CONTROLMODULE/ECM (SAE TERM-POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE/PCM). MODELS INCLUDE ES35 AND RX350. *PE
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM).
Source record 10033066 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10032516
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TOYOTA/LEXUS: ALL WEATHER FLOOR MATS. PRELIMINARY INFORMATION INDICATE THAT THE CAUSE MAY HAVE BEEN AN ALL WEATHER FLOOR MAT (AWFM) FROM A DIFFERENT LEXUS MODEL WHICH, IF INSTALLED INCORRECTLY IN ES 350, COULD CAUSE IT TO INTERFERE WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. *PE UPDATED 5/19/10. *PE
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10032516 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10036932
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LEXUS: ALL WEATHER FLOOR MATS. THE VEHICLE HAD ALL WEATHER FLOOR MATS FROM A DIFFERENT VEHICLE INCORRECTLY INSTALLED. THIS COULD POSSIBLY CAUSE INTERFERENCE WITH ACCELERATOR PEDAL. *PE
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10036932 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10032515
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LEXUS: ENGINE CONTROL. SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MIL ON DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0138 AND/OR P0158 (OXYGEN SENSOR CIRCUIT HIGH VOLTAGE BANK 1 OR 2). IN SOME INSTANCES A P2195 OR 02197 (A/F SENSOR SIGNAL STUCK LEAN) DTC MAY ALSO BE PRESENT. CAUSED BY INCORRECT AIR FUEL RATIO SENSOR RESPONSE. *PE UPDATED 6 /28/10. *PE
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.
Source record 10032515 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205339
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Wiper Blade Maintenance and Cleaning
Source components: VISIBILITY/WIPER.
Source record 10205339 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10030352
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LEXUS: IG1 RELAY FREEZING. SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED, VEHICLE NOT SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE, AND OTHER ACCESSORIES BECOMING INOPERATIVE AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS COLD SOAKED IN SUB FREEZING (BELOW 14 %F [-10%C]) AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURES. A NEW RELAY AND WIRE HARNESS HAS BEEN MADE AVAILABLE TO IMPROVE THIS CONDITION. *PE
Source components: AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING.
Source record 10030352 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10032528
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LEXUS: ENGINE TICKING NOISE AND/OR MIL ON P0014, P0015, P0024, P0025, P0017, OR P0018. ENGINE MECHANICAL. *PE
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.
Source record 10032528 at NHTSA