2013 LEXUS ES
0 recalls, 49 complaints - 51 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
49 total complaints
5 crashes 5 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 6 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 5 |
| ENGINE | 5 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 4 |
| VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| AIR BAGS | 2 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Jul 9, 2026
Incident date: Jul 9, 2026
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Lexus ES350. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale on Facebook Marketplace. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 127,000; however, a Carfax vehicle history reported the mileage at 199,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 2, 2026
Incident date: Jan 31, 2026
Vehicle was taken to Honda of Round Rock for the Integrated Control Module (ICM) Recall (NHTSA Recall 25V785). The dealership performed partial service but stated a 'gateway' part is on backorder. Since this service, the vehicle has been returned to us with a non-functional speedometer, non-function... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 2, 2026
Incident date: Jan 31, 2026
Vehicle was taken to Honda of Round Rock for the Integrated Control Module (ICM) Recall (NHTSA Recall 25V785). The dealership performed partial service but stated a 'gateway' part is on backorder. Since this service, the vehicle has been returned to us with a non-functional speedometer, non-function... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 2, 2026
Incident date: Jan 31, 2026
Unknown but told by multiple mechanics that the kia soul eats oil and the engine constantly runs dry which is pricey and unfair
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jan 16, 2026
Incident date: Jan 10, 2026
Cruise control activates at speeds below 2 mph which frequently happens while turning or parking. The cruise control activates by a toggle on the left spoke of the steering wheel which can be easily bumped while doing low speed maneuvers like parking. When bumping the toggle the cruise indicator s... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 16, 2026
Incident date: Jan 10, 2026
My vehicle was serviced for an oil change at my dealership today. The mechanics are concerned about too much oil consumption in between oil changes. They have no evidence of a leak. Prior to getting my oil changed, a red oil light appeared when I brake. The dealership had mentioned of related recall... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 12, 2025
Incident date: Aug 15, 2025
Same issue as the 2021-2024 model. I was driving home from work , it lost all power mid turn , traction control , ABS & engine light are on. It’s now ticking and knocking Here’s a list from the shop on what’s wrong with it. Estimated total to fix it is 12k [Other]: camshaft, all lifters, a... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 4, 2025
Incident date: Jan 15, 2025
I am reporting a potential safety issue with my 2020 Honda Accord Touring Hybrid. On September 4, 2025, my dealership identified a non-genuine purple quick-splice connector in the driver’s door harness, which they attribute to error codes B1142 (Driver’s Door Lock Knob Switch Circuit), U0199 (Lo... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 19, 2025
Incident date: Aug 12, 2025
Condensor leak and compressor not working. Condensor replaced under Honda service bulletin but compressor not holding pressure.
Insert, Padding
Jan 14, 2025
Incident date: Dec 31, 2024
The car seat foam headrest detaches, Nuna told me "We do have a solution for you in the meantime while waiting! You can hot glue the foam back on the shell, let this dry, then reinforce with strong packing tape. We have safety tested and approved this method for use." Noticed pulling on the seat mo... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 7, 2024
Incident date: Aug 23, 2024
The sunroof came off the track on the passenger side as I was trying to open it fully.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jul 22, 2024
Incident date: Oct 1, 2023
All of the ADAS along with the brakes of my vehicle fail. The dealership failed to inform me of the recalls prior to purchase. The dealership in town shows all of the parts in stock in their parts department but claim not to have any parts available. When I called, I was given the runaround then sen... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Jul 22, 2024
Incident date: Oct 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated while driving approximately 5 MPH and turning into the driveway, the power steering and braking system malfunctioned. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction and the brake pedal had e... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 4, 2024
Incident date: Mar 8, 2024
As I was driving with my wife on our way back home, my vehicle flashed every warning light, and my dashboard went dark. I was going about 40–45 mph, the engine was still running, and we made it home, which was only less than 2 miles from my house. As I was driving on my way home, the media console... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 16, 2023
Incident date: Aug 16, 2023
When having to brake hard, the lining of the pressure line from the pump to the hydro booster comes apart and causes the brakes to not work and the power steering to act up. The plastic lining shoots into the booster causing it to fail. They don’t make a replacement line so I was forced to fabric... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 16, 2023
Incident date: Aug 16, 2023
Car shuddered while driving, started making metal clanging noises’ and stalled in the middle of an intersection. I just had it worked on and had to fully replace the transmission (approximately $4000) due to the torque converter shredded metal in the transmission and seized up. Car after stalling ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 16, 2023
Incident date: Aug 16, 2023
I only have 61k miles and my dealer is recommending to replace water pump and all coolant components because of the leak. Also to replace front both side bushings Also replace front motor mounts I am worried given only 60k mile all of this has to be replaced
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 28, 2023
Incident date: Dec 1, 2022
Service lights for ABS and traction control systems constantly going on and off during vehicle use, these system failures disable cruise control systems. Truck is at dealer and they have said it needs new hydraulic control unit and ABS parts totaling over $2000 in parts alone, without an idea of whe... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 16, 2022
Incident date: Aug 16, 2022
Hood latch and cable malfunction in that the hood wouldn't close and warning light and buzzer continuously beeped. Woburn Toyota in Woburn, MA said it was due to overuse and not a defect and not a safety issue! Not so. Hood not opened more than other vehicles I have had without such a problem. Other... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 11, 2022
Incident date: Aug 11, 2022
I entered the VIN and found that my car airbag was an unrepaired recall.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 12, 2022
Incident date: May 11, 2022
The moonroof suddenly shattered (it sounded like an explosion) while I was driving on the freeway in 70 degree weather. Initially I had no idea what it was but realized subsequently that I was shedding glass shards behind me. There were no overpasses where someone could have dropped something, I d... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 18, 2021
Incident date: Aug 4, 2021
The automatic door locks have stopped working. I have had to replace 3 out of the 4 door lock actuators in the car. When they go out I am unable to use the door lock sensors and have to manually lock my doors. It also affects my ability to use the key fob remote to lock and unlock my door. I replace... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 19, 2021
Incident date: Jan 15, 2021
ENGINE STALLS WHEN TURNING LEFT REDUCING POWER STEERING BOOST UNTIL DRIVER LIFTS FOOT FROM GAS PEDAL AND REPUSHES TO REGAIN POWER STEERING BOOST ON CITY STREETS AT LOW SPEED FROM STOPPED POSITION.
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 1, 2020
Incident date: Oct 1, 2020
THE PCS (PRE COLLISION SYSTEM) WARNING ICON FLASHED IN THE DISPLAY INDICATING THAT THE PCS WAS TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN ON A HIGHWAY. PULLED OVER TO LOOK IN THE OWNERS MANUAL ONLY TO FIND THAT THE MANUAL TOLD ME TO STOP. WE PROCEEDED TO RETURN HOME WITHOUT EXPERIENCING A... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 1, 2020
Incident date: Oct 1, 2020
THE PCS (PRE COLLISION SYSTEM) WARNING ICON FLASHED IN THE DISPLAY INDICATING THAT THE PCS WAS TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN ON A HIGHWAY. PULLED OVER TO LOOK IN THE OWNERS MANUAL ONLY TO FIND THAT THE MANUAL TOLD ME TO STOP. WE PROCEEDED TO RETURN HOME WITHOUT EXPERIENCING A... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 6, 2020
Incident date: Sep 1, 2019
MY 2013 LEXUS ES 300H HAS GOT A WEAK BRAKES, SOMETIMES WOULD MAKE SQUEAKING NOISE WHEN YOU HOLD THEM AND FEW TIMES WOULDN'T BRAKE WHEN BRAKING ON A BIT ROUGH ROAD. I WAS AFRAID FOR MY SAFETY AND WENT TO LEXUS DEALER TO PERFORM DIAGNOSTIC. THEY SAID THAT MY CAR NEEDS A BRAKE ACTUATOR TO BE REPLACED W... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 3, 2020
Incident date: Dec 27, 2019
THE LEXUS ES 350, WAS TURNING LEFT ONTO SIDE STREET WITHIN A SUB DIVISION, AND RAN UP THE CURB AND HIT A TREE WITH THE RIGHT FRONT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE DONE TO THE CAR, AND SO MUCH DAMAGED THAT THE CAR HAS BEEN TOTALED BY INSURANCE COMPANY. DRIVER UNSURE IF VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON... Read more
Crash
1 injured
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jan 3, 2020
Incident date: Dec 27, 2019
THE LEXUS ES 350, WAS TURNING LEFT ONTO SIDE STREET WITHIN A SUB DIVISION, AND RAN UP THE CURB AND HIT A TREE WITH THE RIGHT FRONT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE DONE TO THE CAR, AND SO MUCH DAMAGED THAT THE CAR HAS BEEN TOTALED BY INSURANCE COMPANY. DRIVER UNSURE IF VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Jan 3, 2020
Incident date: Dec 27, 2019
THE LEXUS ES 350, WAS TURNING LEFT ONTO SIDE STREET WITHIN A SUB DIVISION, AND RAN UP THE CURB AND HIT A TREE WITH THE RIGHT FRONT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE DONE TO THE CAR, AND SO MUCH DAMAGED THAT THE CAR HAS BEEN TOTALED BY INSURANCE COMPANY. DRIVER UNSURE IF VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON... Read more
Crash
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 7, 2019
Incident date: Sep 7, 2019
DOOR LOCKS DO NOT LOCK VIA KEY FOB ON 3 DOORS. LEXUS WANTS $800 PER DOOR TO FIX. HAVE MANUALLY LOCKED CAR FOR ONE YEAR; NOW CANNOT MANUALLY LOCK DOOR AS THE MANUAL LOCK NO LONGER LOCKS. THIS IS SAFETY ISSUE AS CAR REMAINS UNLOCKED AT ALL TIMES.
WHEELS
Mar 14, 2019
Incident date: Mar 14, 2019
RECENTLY ACQUIRED LISTED PRE-OWNED, CERTIFIED VEHICLE. BOUGHT WHEEL AND TIRE COVERAGE. HAND WASHED CAR AFTER 4-DAYS OF OWNERSHIP AND DISCOVERED BROKE WHEEL. DEALER SAYS THE STYLE WHEEL ON THE VEHICLE IS ROUTINELY REPAIRED BY THEM (NOT REPLACED.) DEALER REP (WESLEY PETERS, SEWELL LEXUS, DALLAS) WHEEL... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 4, 2018
Incident date: Jan 28, 2018
VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS AREN'T WORKING PROPERLY. ISSUE CAUSES VEHICLE THE ABILITY TO LOCK WITH KEY FOB INSIDE AND DOORS NOT TO LOCK UPON EXITING VEHICLE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 22, 2017
Incident date: Apr 15, 2017
CPO 2013 ES350 BOUGHT JANUARY 2, 2016 AT LEXUS DEALERSHIP, WHICH HAS BEEN KEPT IN AN IN-DOOR GARAGE, AND IS LIGHTLY DRIVEN. MID-APRIL 2017 BATTERY WAS DEAD, JUMP STARTED BUT THEN BATTERY DIED THE NEXT DAY. I BROUGHT VEHICLE TO ANOTHER LEXUS DEALERSHIP ON MAY 20, 2017. THEY CLAIMED BATTERY NOT WAR... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 15, 2017
Incident date: May 3, 2017
I AM NOT SURE IT IT IS ENGINE OR FUEL BUT MY PROBLEM IS AS FOLLOWS: WHILE DRIVING AND WITH NO WARNING MY 2013 LEXUS ES 350 HESITATES TO THE POINT OF ALMOST STOPPING IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING ON LOCAL AND HIGHWAY ROADS. IT SEEMS TO BE GETTING WORSE AND I HAVE TAKEN MY CAR TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 15, 2017
Incident date: May 3, 2017
I AM NOT SURE IT IT IS ENGINE OR FUEL BUT MY PROBLEM IS AS FOLLOWS: WHILE DRIVING AND WITH NO WARNING MY 2013 LEXUS ES 350 HESITATES TO THE POINT OF ALMOST STOPPING IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING ON LOCAL AND HIGHWAY ROADS. IT SEEMS TO BE GETTING WORSE AND I HAVE TAKEN MY CAR TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD T... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 6, 2017
Incident date: Apr 4, 2017
I WAS PARKING MY CAR ON A COMMERCIAL COMPLEX. I AM PRESSING ON THE BRAKE AS THE CAR SLOWS DOWN. WHEN I FURTHER PRESSED ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR INSTEAD OF TAKING A COMPLETE STOP, ACCELERATED. IT HIT THE BUILDING IN FRONT OF ME. WHEN TRYING TO BACK UP, IT ACCELERATED AGAIN IN REVERSE. I PRESSED THE... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 6, 2017
Incident date: Apr 4, 2017
I WAS PARKING MY CAR ON A COMMERCIAL COMPLEX. I AM PRESSING ON THE BRAKE AS THE CAR SLOWS DOWN. WHEN I FURTHER PRESSED ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR INSTEAD OF TAKING A COMPLETE STOP, ACCELERATED. IT HIT THE BUILDING IN FRONT OF ME. WHEN TRYING TO BACK UP, IT ACCELERATED AGAIN IN REVERSE. I PRESSED THE... Read more
Crash
1 injured
STEERING
Jan 25, 2017
Incident date: Jan 21, 2017
WAS DRIVING IN WEST SACRAMENTO , WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE, CHECK HYBRID SYSTEM ALARMS WENT OFF.WITHIN 1 MINUTE , THE CAR WENT DEAD, NO POWER, NO STEERING. IF I WAS ON AN EXPRESS WAY , IT WOULD HAVE BEEN A GUARANTEED FATALITY FOR ME, MY FAMILY AND OTHER CARS INVOLVED. THE DEALERSHIP , LEXUS OF SACRAMEN... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 25, 2017
Incident date: Jan 21, 2017
WAS DRIVING IN WEST SACRAMENTO , WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE, CHECK HYBRID SYSTEM ALARMS WENT OFF.WITHIN 1 MINUTE , THE CAR WENT DEAD, NO POWER, NO STEERING. IF I WAS ON AN EXPRESS WAY , IT WOULD HAVE BEEN A GUARANTEED FATALITY FOR ME, MY FAMILY AND OTHER CARS INVOLVED. THE DEALERSHIP , LEXUS OF SACRAMEN... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 25, 2017
Incident date: Jan 21, 2017
WAS DRIVING IN WEST SACRAMENTO , WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE, CHECK HYBRID SYSTEM ALARMS WENT OFF.WITHIN 1 MINUTE , THE CAR WENT DEAD, NO POWER, NO STEERING. IF I WAS ON AN EXPRESS WAY , IT WOULD HAVE BEEN A GUARANTEED FATALITY FOR ME, MY FAMILY AND OTHER CARS INVOLVED. THE DEALERSHIP , LEXUS OF SACRAMEN... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 9, 2015
Incident date: Feb 2, 2015
VEHICLE HAS THE "HESITATION ON ACCELERATING" OR "THROTTLE LAG" PROBLEM WHICH IS DOCUMENTED ON MANY MODELS OF BOTH TOYOTA AND LEXUS VEHICLES. VEHICLE HESITATES WHEN ACCELERATING FROM STOP LIGHT, SLOWING TO MAKE A TURN, OR IN TRAFFIC WHEN SLOWING AND THEN ACCELERATING. IT IS UNRESPONSIVE FOR 1-2 SEC... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 21, 2015
Incident date: Jul 21, 2015
THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IN TWO YEARS THE BATTERY HAS DIED ON THIS CAR. THE FIRST TIME WAS AUGUST 2014, JUST ONE MONTH PAST THE CAR ONE YEAR MARK. THE SECOND, THAT IS WHY I AM WRITING THIS COMPLAINT, IS ALMOST ONE YEAR TO THE DAY OF THE LAST BATTERY FAILURE. WHILE THE FIRST MAY BE WRITTEN OFF AS A... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 14, 2013
Incident date: Sep 20, 2012
EVER SINCE CAR WAS PURCHASED @ONE YEAR AGO, THERE ARE OCCASIONAL 1-3 SECOND HESITATIONS UPON ACCELERATION. THESE OCCUR FROM DEAD STOP OR AT LOW SPEEDS. TWO DEALERS HAVE EXAMINED THE COMPUTERS, FINDING NO EVIDENCE THAT THE PROBLEM EXISTS. THEY ALSO SAY NO OTHER LOCAL OWNER HAS COMPLAINED OF A SIMILA... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 14, 2013
Incident date: Sep 20, 2012
EVER SINCE CAR WAS PURCHASED @ONE YEAR AGO, THERE ARE OCCASIONAL 1-3 SECOND HESITATIONS UPON ACCELERATION. THESE OCCUR FROM DEAD STOP OR AT LOW SPEEDS. TWO DEALERS HAVE EXAMINED THE COMPUTERS, FINDING NO EVIDENCE THAT THE PROBLEM EXISTS. THEY ALSO SAY NO OTHER LOCAL OWNER HAS COMPLAINED OF A SIMILA... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Aug 1, 2013
Incident date: Jul 26, 2013
MY 2013 LEXUS ES 350 HAS A PANORAMA SUNROOF WHICH EXPLODED WHEN AN ATTENDED CLOSED THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR. I ONLY HAD THE CAR EIGHT MONTHS AND HAVE LESS THAN 6,000 MILES. THE WEATHER THAT DAY WAS SUNNY AND 75 DEGREES.I SHUDDER TO THINK WHAT COULD HAVE HAPPEN IF MY 82 YEAR OLD MOM WAS IN THE CAR.... Read more
VISIBILITY
Aug 1, 2013
Incident date: Jul 26, 2013
MY 2013 LEXUS ES 350 HAS A PANORAMA SUNROOF WHICH EXPLODED WHEN AN ATTENDED CLOSED THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR. I ONLY HAD THE CAR EIGHT MONTHS AND HAVE LESS THAN 6,000 MILES. THE WEATHER THAT DAY WAS SUNNY AND 75 DEGREES.I SHUDDER TO THINK WHAT COULD HAVE HAPPEN IF MY 82 YEAR OLD MOM WAS IN THE CAR.... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 16, 2013
Incident date: Jul 13, 2013
LEXUS ES350 STALL OR HESITATION PROBLEM ON 2013 MODEL. MY CAR FREQUENTLY BUT INTERMITTENTLY HESITATES WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP OR ROLLING STOP POSITION. I'VE HAD IT ABOUT 8 MONTHS AND IT HAS PROBABLY STALLED AT LEAST 100 TIMES. TULSA'S LEXUS DEALERSHIP SAYS THERE'S NOTHING WRONG WITH IT AND ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 16, 2013
Incident date: Jul 13, 2013
LEXUS ES350 STALL OR HESITATION PROBLEM ON 2013 MODEL. MY CAR FREQUENTLY BUT INTERMITTENTLY HESITATES WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP OR ROLLING STOP POSITION. I'VE HAD IT ABOUT 8 MONTHS AND IT HAS PROBABLY STALLED AT LEAST 100 TIMES. TULSA'S LEXUS DEALERSHIP SAYS THERE'S NOTHING WRONG WITH IT AND ... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
May 7, 2013
Incident date: May 7, 2013
I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. THE NOISE WAS DEAFENING. THE GLASS CLEARLY EXPLODED UP AND THEN CHIPPED THE PAINT ON THE ROOF AND THE TRUNK. ALL WINDOWS WERE ROLLED UP AT THE TIME WITH THE AIR ON. NOTHING HIT MY CAR AND IT HAPPENED COMPLETELY ON IT'S OWN. THE ... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2013 LEXUS ES
51 manufacturer communications from 33 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 13 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 6 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 3 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 3 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 2 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 2 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 2 |
LSB004323
Aug 21, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
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 service bulletin to aid in locating, inspecting, and repair
Safety Recall 22
Apr 13, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
L-SB-0004-22
Feb 24, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
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. The purp
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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 near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
200000 WHEELS
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 near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
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 near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus Safety Re
Mar 31, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
KLG_19LE05-TI-Up
Aug 24, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE
KLG_19LE05-TI-Up
Aug 24, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE
KLG_19LE05-TI-Up
Aug 24, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE
KLG_19LE05-TI-Up
Aug 24, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE
KLG_19LE05-TI-Up
Aug 24, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
102400 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:LUBRICANT
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. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
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. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
103200 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT
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. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should
L-SB-0023-20
Jun 23, 2020
200000 WHEELS
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. Be sure
Lexus Safety Re
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
L-SB-0008-20
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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, PG002-90, L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97,
L-SB-0179-17 Obs
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
19LE05-KLG - TI-
Oct 17, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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 ?
KLG_TI_091319
Sep 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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 MODE
KLG_TI_091219
Sep 12, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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 MODE
KLG_TI_v.2_09121
Sep 12, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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 MODE
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
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. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0021-14_Obs
Jan 24, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0001-18.
L-SB-0179-17
Nov 28, 2017
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
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. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01,
L-SB-0113-12_Rev
Nov 21, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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. In the event that a Lexus vehicle becomes submerge
L-SB-0021-14 Rev
Sep 19, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
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.
LSB008214
Oct 16, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautions
LSB002514B
Jul 7, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
LSB002514
Jul 4, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
LSB002514
Jul 4, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
LSB002114
Jun 12, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.
LSB002114
Jun 12, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.
L-TT-0126-13
Mar 6, 2014
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
LSB009213B
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
220000 SEATS
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
L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
142000 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
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
LTT014513
Nov 2, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior
LTT000110A
Aug 6, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Oil Viscosity Applicability and Cfhange Interval Guide
LTT003110
Jul 25, 2013
100001 HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Adhesive & Sealant Cross Reference Information/ Engine Hybrid System
LTT003110A
Jul 25, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Adhesive & Sealant Cross Reference Information/ Engine Hybrid System
LTT003110
Jul 25, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Adhesive & Sealant Cross Reference Information/ Engine Hybrid System
LTT006811A
Jul 2, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
Suspension - Best Practice for Tire Totation/Nitrogen Filling
LTT006811A
Jul 2, 2013
190000 TIRES
Suspension - Best Practice for Tire Totation/Nitrogen Filling
LTT000110
Apr 10, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Oil Viscosity Applicability and Cfhange Interval Guide
LTT011613
Feb 27, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Navigation/Multi Info Display Day Mode Operation - Audio/Visaul/Telematics
LTT011613
Feb 27, 2013
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Navigation/Multi Info Display Day Mode Operation - Audio/Visaul/Telematics
NHTSA Safety Investigations, LEXUS ES
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA07010
Opened: Aug 8, 2007 , Closed: Oct 11, 2007
UNWANTED ACCELERATION, FLOOR MAT
THE DRIVER SIDE FLOOR MAT WILL NOT INTERFERE WITH THE THROTTLE PEDAL IF PROPERLY SECURED USING THE RETAINING HOOKS PROVIDED BY TOYOTA.HOWEVER, IF THE ALL WEATHER MAT IS UNSECURED AND MOVES FORWARD FROM ITS INTENDED POSITION IT CAN ENTRAP THE THROTTLE PEDAL AT THE FULLY OPEN POSITION AFTER IT HAS BEE... Read more
DP05002
Opened: Aug 5, 2005 , Closed: Jan 5, 2006
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
IN A LETTER DATED JULY 8, 2005, AND AFTER EXPERIENCING TWO INCIDENTS (AND ONE CRASH) WHERE HE ALLEGES HIS MODEL YEAR (MY) 2002 CAMRY ACCELERATED WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT, MR. JORDAN ZIPRIN PETITIONED THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION?S (NHTSA) OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) TO CO... Read more
LEXUS ES - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the LEXUS ES across all model years (1997, 2025).
11
Total Recalls
852
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
120
Reported Crashes
26
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
LEXUS ES - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 9 | View |
| 2024 | 2 | 9 | View |
| 2023 | 2 | 10 | View |
| 2022 | 0 | 9 | View |
| 2021 | 1 | 28 | View |
| 2020 | 1 | 19 | View |
| 2019 | 1 | 55 | View |
| 2018 | 0 | 8 | View |
| 2017 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 2016 | 0 | 13 | View |
| 2015 | 0 | 7 | View |
| 2014 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 2013 (current) | 0 | 49 | |
| 2012 | 0 | 35 | View |
| 2011 | 0 | 59 | View |
| 2010 | 0 | 46 | View |
| 2009 | 0 | 29 | View |
| 2008 | 0 | 78 | View |
| 2007 | 0 | 164 | View |
| 2006 | 0 | 12 | View |
| 2005 | 0 | 75 | View |
| 2004 | 0 | 21 | View |
| 2003 | 0 | 37 | View |
| 2002 | 0 | 48 | View |
| 2001 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 2000 | 0 | 9 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 8 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 3 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 1996 | 0 | 2 | View |