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2023 LEXUS ES

2 recalls, 10 complaints - 22 TSBs

25V744000 Oct 30, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or di... Read more
Consequence
A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
1,024,407 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
24V124000 Feb 21, 2024
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Mirai, Lexus LS500, LS500H, 2023-2024 Lexus ES250, ES300H, ES350, 2024 Lexus LC500, and LC500H vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Due to incorrect programming of the parking-assist electronic cont... Read more
Consequence
A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the parking assist ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TA01 and 24LA01.
18,616 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Complaint Statistics

10 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE2
TIRES1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
STRUCTURE1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
SUSPENSION1
ENGINE Mar 13, 2026
Incident date: Jul 31, 2025
I own a 2017 Ford F‑150 equipped with the 3.5L EcoBoost engine. The vehicle currently has approximately 70,500 miles. The dealer diagnosed a ticking/rattling noise coming from the top left side of the engine near the timing cover. Using a stethoscope, the technician determined the noise was relat... Read more
SUSPENSION Feb 17, 2026
Incident date: Feb 3, 2026
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, there was an abnormal screeching sound coming from the vehicle. The contact then saw sparks coming from the rear driver’s side of the vehicle, and the driver’s side rear wheel was turned sideways. ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 10, 2025
Incident date: Nov 5, 2025
My car started making a loud noise several months ago so I took it to a mechanic. When he looked at it, he informed me that the bearing in my transmission failed and could not be repaired because it would all need replaced. I couldn’t afford it so I called 3 other places who told me it needed full... Read more
STRUCTURE Nov 5, 2025
Incident date: Nov 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V031000 (Structure) and 25V347000 (Structure); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for th... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 5, 2025
Incident date: Nov 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked or while driving, there was an abnormal sound coming from the A/C when activated or turned off. The contact stated that after lowering the temperature, the air conditioning shut off independently. The contact s... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Jun 5, 2024
Incident date: May 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that while driving on several occasions in one week, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that a ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Mar 28, 2024
Incident date: Mar 28, 2024
I have had a recurring issue where the vehicle lunges forward when going over a speed bump, pothole or any rough spots on the roadway even when pressing on the brake pedal. It appears that the regenerative braking temporarily fails as does the standard brake in this occurrence, making the vehicle fe... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Dec 29, 2023
Incident date: Dec 22, 2023
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, she noticed a burning odor and the check engine warning light i... Read more
ENGINE Dec 29, 2023
Incident date: Dec 22, 2023
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, she noticed a burning odor and the check engine warning light i... Read more
TIRES Nov 19, 2022
Incident date: Nov 16, 2022
2023 Lexus ES300h with 1360 miles had rear passenger side tire blowout which ripped off the fender liner although fender liner ripped off first and flew off of car and less than two minutes later the TPMS alerted driver of low tire pressure. Tire is a Bridgestone Turanza EL440 235/45R18 94V. No fo... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 LEXUS ES

22 manufacturer communications from 16 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER5
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING3
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER3
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS2
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE2
200000 WHEELS1
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)1
LSB000924 Feb 21, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: 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 coola
LSB000722 Feb 13, 2024
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
OBSOLETE NOTICE February 13, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0006-23.
LSB000722 Feb 13, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
OBSOLETE NOTICE February 13, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0006-23.
LSB000722 Feb 13, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
OBSOLETE NOTICE February 13, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0006-23.
LSB000722 Feb 13, 2024
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
OBSOLETE NOTICE February 13, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0006-23.
L-SB-0006-23 Jan 26, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: A head unit software update is now available for 2022 model year LX 600, NX 250, NX 350, NX 350h, and NX 450h+ vehicles equipped with Lexus Multimedia (version 1020 or earlier). This update provides improved performance and capabilit
L-SB-0006-23 Jan 26, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: A head unit software update is now available for 2022 model year LX 600, NX 250, NX 350, NX 350h, and NX 450h+ vehicles equipped with Lexus Multimedia (version 1020 or earlier). This update provides improved performance and capabilit
23LJ01P4A Nov 21, 2023
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 23LJ01 Second Key Delivery Program Multiple Models and Model Years
23LJ01 Nov 21, 2023
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
DP: 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 s
23LJ01P4 Nov 20, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
RL: 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
23LJ01P4 Nov 20, 2023
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
RL: 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
LSB006023 Nov 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: Some 2019 ? 2023 model year ES 350, 2018 ? 2023 model year IS 350, IS 300, RC 350, RC 300, 2016 ? 2022 model year RX 350, and 2016 ? 2020 model year GS 350 vehicles equipped with a 2GR-FKS engine may exhibit a knocking noise from the v
LSB005523 Nov 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2024 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit a hybrid system warning lamp occurring in below-freezing temperatures (below 32?F or 0?C). After performing a Health Check, one or both of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (D
23TJ01e Aug 29, 2023
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 23LJ01 Second Key Delivery Program Multiple Models and Model Years
23TJ01d Aug 29, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
RL: 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
23TJ01c Aug 29, 2023
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
DP: 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 s
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
LTT032623 Aug 17, 2023
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
TT: A very small percentage of customers 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 assis
LTT032623 Aug 17, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TT: A very small percentage of customers 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 assis
L-SB-0039-23 Jul 26, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Some 2022 ? 2023 model year NX 250, NX 350, NX 350h (with 9.8-inch touchscreen only) and 2023 model year ES 250, ES 300h, and ES 350 (with 8.0-inch touchscreen only) vehicles, equipped with a 10-speaker premium sound system, may exhibi
L-SB-0038-23 Jul 12, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: Some 2023 model year ES 250 vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS engine may exhibit a condition in which a popping noise is present when the engine is running.
L-SB-0037-23 Jul 3, 2023
200000 WHEELS
TSB: Some 2021 ? 2024 model year Lexus vehicles use hub bolts in place of studs/nuts to fasten the wheels to the vehicle. If non-compatible wheels or hub bolts/nuts are installed, there is increased risk that the wheel(s) could come off res

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
EA, Closed , Model Year: 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
DP, Closed , Model Year: 2005
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 (current) 2 10
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 0 49 View
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

Other LEXUS Models

Model Recalls Complaints
LS 421 284 View
RX 420 1,181 View
TX 406 75 View
LX 353 73 View
NX 352 296 View
NX HYBRID 310 13 View
LS HYBRID 256 5 View
RZ 252 29 View