2012 Lexus GS 300

50 Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)

TSB List for the 2012 Lexus GS 300

Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2012 GS 300 are official communications between Lexus & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

  • ENGINE (PWS)
  • POWER TRAIN
  • POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
  • POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:LUBRICANT
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
  • VISIBILITY
  • AIR BAGS
  • AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
  • STRUCTURE:BODY
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
  • TIRES
  • WHEELS
  • SEATS
  • EQUIPMENT
  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
  • EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • ENGINE (PWS)

    • TSB #L-SB-0002-20 Rev

      Date Announced:
      AUG 05, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179601

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0001-18-Rev

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10164328

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #LTT000110A

      Date Announced:
      AUG 06, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205359

      Oil Viscosity Applicability and Cfhange Interval Guide Read More »

    • TSB #LTT000110

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205358

      Oil Viscosity Applicability and Cfhange Interval Guide Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #LSB-0030-11

      Date Announced:
      MAY 31, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10039124

      TOYOTA: TRANSMISSION OR PARK/NEUTRAL SWITCH INSTALLATION INFORMATION. *RM Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:LUBRICANT

    • TSB #L-SB-0002-20 Rev

      Date Announced:
      AUG 05, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179601

      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. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #LSB-0030-11

      Date Announced:
      MAY 31, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10039124

      TOYOTA: TRANSMISSION OR PARK/NEUTRAL SWITCH INSTALLATION INFORMATION. *RM Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT

    • TSB #L-SB-0002-20 Rev

      Date Announced:
      AUG 05, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179697

      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. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #19LE05 - Dealer

      Date Announced:
      FEB 05, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10172821

      The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles is equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0001-18-Rev

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10164328

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0113-12_Rev

      Date Announced:
      NOV 21, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133651

      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 discarded. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    • TSB #KLG_19LE05-TI-Up

      Date Announced:
      AUG 24, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179738

      TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE Read More »

    • TSB #KLG_19LE05-TI-Up

      Date Announced:
      AUG 24, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179782

      TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE Read More »

    VISIBILITY

    AIR BAGS

    • TSB #L-SB-0004-22

      Date Announced:
      FEB 24, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209023

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #Lexus Safety Re

      Date Announced:
      MAR 31, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10190468

      Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements Read More »

    • TSB #19LE05 - Dealer

      Date Announced:
      FEB 05, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10172821

      The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles is equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Read More »

    AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

    • TSB #L-SB-0143-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      NOV 10, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132074

      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 ... Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY

    • TSB #L-SB-0014-08_Rev

      Date Announced:
      MAR 22, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131836

      TSB: REVISION NOTICE March 22, 2017 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2016-2017 model year Lexus vehicles. ? February 11, 2015 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to include 2006 ? 2015 model year Lexus vehicles. Read More »

    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

    • TSB #LSB-0059-12

      Date Announced:
      JUL 10, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10045639

      LEXUS: PRECAUTION INFORMATION ON REMOVAL, INSPECTION, INSTALLATION OF ACCELERATOR PEDAL SENSOR ASSEMBLY, WHICH REQUIRES NO LUBRICATION. Read More »

    TIRES

    • TSB #Lexus PRO19-02 -

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207945

      POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. Read More »

    WHEELS

    • TSB #Lexus PRO19-02 -

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207945

      POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0023-20

      Date Announced:
      JUN 23, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10177780

      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. Read More »

    SEATS

    • TSB #L-SB-0143-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      NOV 10, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132074

      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 ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #Safety Recall 22

      Date Announced:
      APR 13, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214355

      Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022 Read More »

    • TSB #KLG_19LE05-TI-Up

      Date Announced:
      AUG 24, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179782

      TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE Read More »

    • TSB #Lexus Safety Re

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10176283

      Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0008-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 06, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174888

      TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0179-17 Obs

      Date Announced:
      APR 06, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174889

      TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0060-13 Obs

      Date Announced:
      FEB 06, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10172827

      TSB: February 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0003-20. Read More »

    • TSB #19LE05-KLG - TI-

      Date Announced:
      OCT 17, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10168534

      Technical Instructions: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE CERTAIN 2011 ? 2017 MODEL YEAR LS, 2013 ? 2016 MODEL YEAR LS Hybrid, 2011 ... Read More »

    • TSB #KLG_TI_091319

      Date Announced:
      SEP 13, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10166022

      Technical Instructions: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE CERTAIN 2011 ? 2017 MODEL YEAR LS, 2013 ? 2016 MODEL YEAR LS Hybrid, 2011 ? 2017 MODEL YEAR GS, 2016 ? 2017 ... Read More »

    • TSB #KLG_TI_091219

      Date Announced:
      SEP 12, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10166017

      Technical Instructions: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE CERTAIN 2011 ? 2017 MODEL YEAR LS, 2013 ? 2016 MODEL YEAR LS Hybrid, 2011 ? 2017 MODEL YEAR GS, 2016 ? 2017 ... Read More »

    • TSB #KLG_TI_v.2_09121

      Date Announced:
      SEP 12, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10166019

      Technical Instructions: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE CERTAIN 2011 ? 2017 MODEL YEAR LS, 2013 ? 2016 MODEL YEAR LS Hybrid, 2011 ? 2017 MODEL YEAR GS, 2016 ? 2017 ... Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0001-18-Rev

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10164328

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0021-14 Rev

      Date Announced:
      SEP 19, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132625

      TSB: Revision Notice: Applicability section has been updated to include 2016-2017 applicable model year Lexus vehicles. The Repair Procedure section, Required Tools & Equipment section, and the Repair Procedure section has been updated. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0014-16

      Date Announced:
      MAR 17, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10134319

      LSB: The purpose of this Technical Service Bulletin is to elevate awareness and provide best practices for leather care in Lexus vehicles. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    • TSB #L-SB-0179-17

      Date Announced:
      NOV 28, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133657

      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. Service Bulletin Nos. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #Lexus PRO19-02 -

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207945

      POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0014-08_Rev

      Date Announced:
      APR 04, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159694

      TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 4, 2019: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0017-19. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0017-19

      Date Announced:
      APR 04, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159695

      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?. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0021-14_Obs

      Date Announced:
      JAN 24, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129210

      TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0001-18. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    • TSB #KLG_19LE05-TI-Up

      Date Announced:
      AUG 24, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179738

      TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE Read More »

    • TSB #KLG_19LE05-TI-Up

      Date Announced:
      AUG 24, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179782

      TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0001-18-Rev

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10164328

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0017-19

      Date Announced:
      APR 04, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159695

      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?. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • TSB #L-SB-0060-13 Rev

      Date Announced:
      NOV 10, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132902

      TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 10, 2016 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2017 model year applicable Lexus vehicles. ? The Parts Information section has been updated. Read More »

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