2023 Lexus ES Technical Service Bulletins

68 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2023 Lexus ES. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11031155Mar 10, 2026Engine. OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.
• 11029897Feb 27, 2026Engine. OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.
• 11027560Dec 15, 2025Body and structure. Some 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This Service Bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare and treat the interior of the vehicle…
• 11024076Sep 9, 2025Electrical system. A new head unit software update is available for 2023 – 2024 model year ES 250, ES 300h, ES 350, LS 500h, and UX 250h; 2023 model year LS 500; 2024 model year GX 550, LC 500, LC 500c, and LC 500h vehicles equipped with Lexus Multimedia earlier than version 2170 (earlier than 2172 for GX 550). This software update includes the following improvements: •User Profile. •User interface. •Cloud navigation. •Intelligent…
• 11022963Aug 19, 2025Electrical system. Some customers may experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot resolve on their own. These resources, in conjunction with the Repair Manual, are for dealership personnel to assist those customers with user issues, user errors, and compatibility issues with other vehicle systems and external applications encountered while operating telematics features.
• 11020669Jun 25, 2025Electrical system. Some 2021 – 2024 model year ES 250 and 2022 – 2024 model year NX 250 vehicles with A25A-FKS engines may have a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) upon cold soak start up with engine coolant temperatures between 14°F – 41°F: •P030027 – Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected (Emission) Signal Rate of Change Above Threshold •P030000 – Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire…
• 11020656Jun 13, 2025Electrical system. The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.
• 11019328Apr 2, 2025Electrical system. To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested by FTS and/or FPE.
• 11018325Apr 2, 2025Electrical system. To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested by FTS and/or FPE.
• 11016780Feb 10, 2025Electrical system. The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and can never be reused. Another feature, Add/Remove Key, is also available. Once a key is removed, it can never be reused.
• 11015494Feb 10, 2025Electrical system. The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and can never be reused. Another feature, Add/Remove Key, is also available. Once a key is removed, it can never be reused.
• 11016775Feb 7, 2025Body and structure. Some 2010 – 2026 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 cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on horizontal surfaces such as the hood, roof, and trunk.
• 11015489Feb 7, 2025Body and structure. Some 2010 – 2026 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 cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on horizontal surfaces such as the hood, roof, and trunk.
• 11011637Nov 6, 2024Engine. After jump-starting, the vehicle may experience a no-start condition and multiple DTCs including U010087 - Lost Communication with ECM/PCM "A" Missing Message. Upon investigation, it is found that the engine ECU has been damage and needs to be replaced. In several cases, the cause of the ECU damage was improper jump starting. Further investigation found that ECU damage may occur if the negative (ground) cable…
• 11011635Nov 5, 2024Engine. Some 2023 – 2024 model year ES 250 and ES 300h vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS or an A25A-FXS engine may exhibit an oil leak that originates between the oil pan sub-assembly and the stiffening crankcase assembly.
• 11010366Oct 24, 2024Engine. After jump-starting, the vehicle may experience a no-start condition and multiple DTCs including U010087 - Lost Communication with ECM/PCM "A" Missing Message. Upon investigation, it is found that the engine ECU has been damage and needs to be replaced. In several cases, the cause of the ECU damage was improper jump starting. Further investigation found that ECU damage may occur if the negative (ground) cable…
• 11010365Oct 24, 2024Other or unknown. The table below describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated over time as more details become available.
• 11010364Oct 24, 2024Other or unknown. SECOND KEY DELIVERY PROGRAM 23LJ01 Multiple Models and Model Years Second Key Delivery Program Frequently Asked Questions
• 11010363Oct 24, 2024Other or unknown. The supply of Smart Keys available for Lexus vehicles has been temporarily limited to one (1) on select models since October 2022 due to global semiconductor shortages impacting certain microchips. Affected vehicles have been delivered with only one Smart Key and a second mechanical key.
• 11010362Oct 24, 2024Other or unknown. The subject vehicles were delivered with only one (1) Smart Key on select models since October 2022 due to a global semiconductor shortage impacting certain microchips. The affected vehicles were delivered with one (1) Smart Key and a second mechanical key.
• 11010352Oct 18, 2024Body and structure. Some 2021 – 2024 model year ES 250, ES 300h, ES 350, RX 350, RX 350h, RX 500h, UX 200, and UX 250h vehicles may exhibit a high-pitched noise coming from the front HVAC blower motor while operating the air conditioner or heater. This condition does not affect the operation of the vehicle, however, a heater cover has been developed to help reduce or potentially eliminate the noise.
• 11010325Oct 1, 2024Electrical system. Some 2023 model year ES 250, ES 300h, ES 350, and UX 250h vehicles with DCM firmware version earlier than LG-N210ee9999-09 may exhibit a condition in which the vehicle customize settings menu is unavailable in the head unit after connecting to Techstream.
• 11010070Sep 17, 2024Other or unknown. The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated over time as more details become available.
• 11010069Sep 17, 2024Other or unknown. The subject vehicles were delivered with only one (1) Smart Key on select models since October 2022 due to a global semiconductor shortage impacting certain microchips. The affected vehicles were delivered with one (1) Smart Key and a second mechanical key.
• 11007456Jul 29, 2024Body and structure. Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This Service Bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare and treat the interior of the vehicle…
• 11006162Jul 29, 2024Body and structure. Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This Service Bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare and treat the interior of the vehicle…
• 11007439Jul 8, 2024Electrical system. Some 2023 model year ES 250, ES 300h, ES 350, and UX 250h vehicles with DCM firmware version earlier than LG-N210ee9999-09 may exhibit a condition in which the vehicle customize settings menu is unavailable in the head unit after connecting to Techstream.
• 11006145Jul 8, 2024Electrical system. Some 2023 model year ES 250, ES 300h, ES 350, and UX 250h vehicles with DCM firmware version earlier than LG-N210ee9999-09 may exhibit a condition in which the vehicle customize settings menu is unavailable in the head unit after connecting to Techstream.
• 11005121Jun 21, 2024Body and structure. Some 2005 – 2024 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 purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This Service Bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare and treat the interior of the vehicle…
• 11005063Jun 21, 2024Body and structure. Some 2005 – 2024 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 purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This Service Bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare and treat the interior of the vehicle…
• 11005101Jun 13, 2024Other or unknown. Second Key Delivery Program Frequently Asked Questions
• 11005100Jun 13, 2024Other or unknown. The supply of Smart Keys available for Lexus vehicles has been temporarily limited to one (1) on select models since October 2022 due to global semiconductor shortages impacting certain microchips. Affected vehicles have been delivered with only one Smart Key and a second mechanical key.
• 11005095Jun 13, 2024Other or unknown. The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated over time as more details become available.
• 11005043Jun 13, 2024Other or unknown. Second Key Delivery Program Frequently Asked Questions
• 11005042Jun 13, 2024Other or unknown. The supply of Smart Keys available for Lexus vehicles has been temporarily limited to one (1) on select models since October 2022 due to global semiconductor shortages impacting certain microchips. Affected vehicles have been delivered with only one Smart Key and a second mechanical key.
• 11005037Jun 13, 2024Other or unknown. The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated over time as more details become available.
• 11005106Jun 10, 2024Electrical system. Technical instructions for special service campaign 24lc02 data communicaton module (dcm) update certain 2023 es250, es300h, es350, ls500, rx350, rx350h, rx500h, rz450e, ux250h
• 11005105Jun 10, 2024Electrical system. The Data Communication Module (DCM), which supports Lexus Connected Services in your vehicle, may not have activated properly during vehicle delivery. This results in all connected services becoming inoperative, including Safety Connect features such as the SOS emergency calling feature.
• 11005104Jun 10, 2024Electrical system. The Data Communication Module (DCM), which supports Lexus Connected Services in your vehicle, may not have activated properly during vehicle delivery. This results in all connected services becoming inoperative, including Safety Connect features such as the SOS emergency calling feature.
• 11005048Jun 10, 2024Electrical system. Technical instructions for special service campaign 24lc02 data communicaton module (dcm) update certain 2023 es250, es300h, es350, ls500, rx350, rx350h, rx500h, rz450e, ux250h
• 11005047Jun 10, 2024Electrical system. The Data Communication Module (DCM), which supports Lexus Connected Services in your vehicle, may not have activated properly during vehicle delivery. This results in all connected services becoming inoperative, including Safety Connect features such as the SOS emergency calling feature.
• 11005046Jun 10, 2024Electrical system. The Data Communication Module (DCM), which supports Lexus Connected Services in your vehicle, may not have activated properly during vehicle delivery. This results in all connected services becoming inoperative, including Safety Connect features such as the SOS emergency calling feature.
• 11005185May 13, 2024Other or unknown. Second Key Delivery Program Frequently Asked Questions
• 11005184May 13, 2024Other or unknown. The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated over time as more details become available.
• 11003652Apr 24, 2024Electrical system. When setting up the Lexus Interface (21MM) user profile, if the QR code is not working please use the following recommendations. 1. Refer to the TAS 21MM Diagnostics Pre-Call Worksheet (PCW) on the TAS case creation page. The following steps will provide some answers for the PCW. 2. Start with the vehicle running outside for 5-10 minutes in an area with no overhead obstructions. a.
• 11003597Apr 24, 2024Electrical system. When setting up the Lexus Interface (21MM) user profile, if the QR code is not working please use the following recommendations. 1. Refer to the TAS 21MM Diagnostics Pre-Call Worksheet (PCW) on the TAS case creation page. The following steps will provide some answers for the PCW. 2. Start with the vehicle running outside for 5-10 minutes in an area with no overhead obstructions. a.
• 11003650Apr 19, 2024Body and structure. To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer. Consequently, the film should remain on the wheel for as long as possible.
• 11003648Apr 19, 2024Body and structure. The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage can occur. This damage is the result of actual etching of the paint and appears as…
• 11003595Apr 19, 2024Body and structure. To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer. Consequently, the film should remain on the wheel for as long as possible.
• 11003593Apr 19, 2024Body and structure. The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage can occur. This damage is the result of actual etching of the paint and appears as…

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