2013 Lexus ES service bulletins & manufacturer communications
48 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Lexus ES. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 48
- 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 th…L-SB-0030-24 Rev2 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 15, 2025
- 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 Bul…L-SB-0043-23 Rev1 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 13, 2025
- 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 wrin…L-SB-0017-19 Rev1 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 7, 2025
- 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 wrin…L-SB-0017-19 Rev1 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 7, 2025
- 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 th…L-SB-0030-24 Rev1 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jul 29, 2024
- 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 th…L-SB-0030-24 Rev1 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jul 29, 2024
- 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 t…L-SB-0030-24 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jun 21, 2024
- 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 t…L-SB-0030-24 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jun 21, 2024
- 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…L-SB-0023-24 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 19, 2024
- 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.…L-SB-0024-24 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 19, 2024
- 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…L-SB-0023-24 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 19, 2024
- 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.…L-SB-0024-24 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 19, 2024
- TSB: The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. Follow the procedures outlined in this…LSB004323 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 21, 2023
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022Safety Recall 22 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 13, 2022
- 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 bulleti…L-SB-0004-22 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Feb 24, 2022
- 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 ne…Lexus PRO19-02 - · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Jan 12, 2022
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification RequirementsLexus Safety Re · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Mar 31, 2021
- Ti: technical instructions for limited service campaign klg customer support program 19le05 safety connect system ? Vehicle location inaccurateKLG_19LE05-TI-Up · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 24, 2020
- Ti: technical instructions for limited service campaign klg customer support program 19le05 safety connect system ? Vehicle location inaccurateKLG_19LE05-TI-Up · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Aug 24, 2020
- 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 f…L-SB-0002-20 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 5, 2020
- 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 f…L-SB-0002-20 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Aug 5, 2020
- 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…L-SB-0023-20 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Jun 23, 2020
- Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification RequirementsLexus Safety Re · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2020
- TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN PlatesL-SB-0179-17 Obs · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 6, 2020
- 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…L-SB-0008-20 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 6, 2020
- Technical instructions: technical instructions for limited service campaign klg customer support program 19le05 safety connect system ? Vehicle location inaccurate certain 2011 ? 2…19LE05-KLG - TI- · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 17, 2019
- Technical instructions: technical instructions for limited service campaign safety connect system ? Vehicle location inaccurate certain 2011 ? 2017 model year ls, 2013 ? 2016 model…KLG_TI_091319 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 13, 2019
- Technical instructions: technical instructions for limited service campaign safety connect system ? Vehicle location inaccurate certain 2011 ? 2017 model year ls, 2013 ? 2016 model…KLG_TI_v.2_09121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 12, 2019
- Technical instructions: technical instructions for limited service campaign safety connect system ? Vehicle location inaccurate certain 2011 ? 2017 model year ls, 2013 ? 2016 model…KLG_TI_091219 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 12, 2019
- 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 Overvie…L-SB-0001-18-Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Jul 1, 2019
- TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0001-18.L-SB-0021-14_Obs · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 24, 2018
- TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, and PG002-90. Servi…L-SB-0179-17 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 28, 2017
- TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 22, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2014 ? 2018 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be d…L-SB-0113-12_Rev · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 21, 2017
- TSB: Revision Notice: Applicability section has been updated to include 2016-2017 applicable model year Lexus vehicles. The Repair Procedure section, Required Tools & Equipment sec…L-SB-0021-14 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 19, 2016
- Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautionsLSB008214 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 16, 2014
- Immobilizer and Smart Key ResetLSB002514B · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 7, 2014
- Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.LSB002514 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 4, 2014
- Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.LSB002114 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 12, 2014
- Summary to be provided on a future date.L-TT-0126-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 6, 2014
- Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaningLSB009213B · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 19, 2013
- Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover mate…L-SB-0143-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Nov 10, 2013
- Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exteriorLTT014513 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Nov 2, 2013
- Oil Viscosity Applicability and Cfhange Interval GuideLTT000110A · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Aug 6, 2013
- Adhesive & Sealant Cross Reference Information/ Engine Hybrid SystemLTT003110A · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jul 25, 2013
- Adhesive & Sealant Cross Reference Information/ Engine Hybrid SystemLTT003110 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jul 25, 2013
- Suspension - Best Practice for Tire Totation/Nitrogen FillingLTT006811A · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jul 2, 2013
- Oil Viscosity Applicability and Cfhange Interval GuideLTT000110 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 10, 2013
- Navigation/Multi Info Display Day Mode Operation - Audio/Visaul/TelematicsLTT011613 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 27, 2013