1998 LEXUS ES300 Recall

Campaign:
99V307000 on 11/07/1999
Component:
Steering:wheel and handle bar
Manufactured:
07/28/1993 - 07/08/1998
Affected:
540,037
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the steering wheel set nut may not have been sufficiently tightened causing steering vibration and looseness.
Consequence:
This can result in a loss of vehicle control.
Correction:
Dealers will tighten the steering wheel set nut.
Notes:
Toyota recall nos. x06 and xl7.owner notification began november 30, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331 or lexus at 1-800-255-3987. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

1998 LEXUS ES300 TSBs (39)

Bulletin:
EL00198
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject on engine immobilizer system precautions. *yc
Bulletin:
NV00198
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Experiencing wind throb noise coming from the moon roof. *yc
Bulletin:
EG002
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Charcoal canister assembly supply parts have been changed to simplify parts production and permit interchangeability with current model vehicles. *yc
Bulletin:
AU00398
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Concerns with nakamichi radio inoperative in cd mode. *yc
Bulletin:
BR00199
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
Concerns with the front brakes making groaning or grinding noise. *tt
Bulletin:
SS00699
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Information regarding the scantool immbolizer key code utility. *tt
Bulletin:
010199
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Subject regarding scantool key code utility. *tt
Bulletin:
22NOV99
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Service campaign to tighten the steering wheel set nut to the proper torque setting. *tt
Bulletin:
SU00299
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Service information to eliminate front suspension support noise. *tt
Bulletin:
BO00500
Component:
221700 seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Summary:
Subject regarding seat heater replacement procedure. *tt
Bulletin:
ST00400
Component:
011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
Summary:
This bulletin states that the steering wheel installation nut torque specification has been changed. *tt
Bulletin:
AX00101
Component:
162700 structure:body:trunk lid
Summary:
Subject regarding retro-fit internal trunk release kits. *tt
Bulletin:
BO00501
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Subject regarding new seat belt tongue plate stopper service parts. *tt
Bulletin:
ST010101
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Subject regarding steering wheelnut service specification. *tt
Bulletin:
BO00901
Component:
151100 seat belts:front:anchorage
Summary:
Information on preventing particle buildup and preserve the appearance of the shoulder belt anchor.*jb
Bulletin:
EL00101
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Subject regarding turn signals flashing abnormally. *slc
Bulletin:
010102
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Special policy adjustment for customers who have experienced specific mechanical engine problems attributable to the condition known as oil gelling or sludge. *tt
Bulletin:
01202
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Suspension ball joint inspection method. *tt
Bulletin:
082503
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
1998 es300 wireless door lock control system - repair manual correction - diagnostics. *tt
Bulletin:
LSB-0143-11
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
L-SB-0025-14 Rev
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tsb: 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.
Bulletin:
L-SB-0082-14
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Tsb: the purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid mil "on" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. use the information in this bulletin when insta
Bulletin:
L-SB-0007-11 Rev
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Tsb: the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
Bulletin:
L-SB-0041-11 Rev
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Tsb: obsolete notice-october 16, 2014: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see l-sb-0082-14.
Bulletin:
L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Lsb: 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 othe
Bulletin:
L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Lsb: 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 othe
Bulletin:
L-SB-0048-08 Obs
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Tsb: replacement certification labels. obsolete notice november 28, 2017: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see l-sb-0179-17.
Bulletin:
L-TT-0111-13
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Lexus vehicles are equipped with supplemental restraint systems (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 s
Bulletin:
L-SB-0092-13
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
Bulletin:
L-BO-004-05 Obso
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
This bulletin is now obsolete. please see l-sb-0092-13.
Bulletin:
L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Component:
142000 air bags:side/window
Summary:
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 materials on vehicles due to the following: seat covers not rec
Bulletin:
L-TT-0031-10
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Adhesive & sealant cross reference information
Bulletin:
L-SB-0041-11 Rev
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This bulletin is now obsolete. please see l-sb-0082-14.
Bulletin:
L-SB-0025-14
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
Tsb: 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.
Bulletin:
L-SB-0025-14 Rev
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
Tsb: 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.
Bulletin:
L-SB-002-01 - OB
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Tsb: obsolete notice: july 7, 2014: this bulletin is now obsolete.
Bulletin:
L-SB-0010-13
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
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 b
Bulletin:
L-TT-0111-13
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
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 devic
Bulletin:
Lexus Floor Mat
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
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.

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