Lexus ES Hybrid: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Lexus ES Hybrid across 12 model years: 0 owner complaints and 330 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 298 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 229 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 166 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 92 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 29 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Communication | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 9 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Wheels. Wheel runout, cracks, signs of a wheel strike.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge at battery on high voltage (HV)…
- OBSOLETE NOTICE September 22, 2026
- Under certain conditions, debris can accumulate inside the fuel cap causing potential fuel vapor leaks…
- Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying our new car customers
- Under certain conditions, debris can accumulate inside the fuel cap causing potential fuel vapor leaks…
- Under certain conditions, debris can accumulate inside the fuel cap causing potential fuel vapor leaks…
- A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life
- During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce…
- 2027 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retainers to secure the floor mat…
- Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to maintain vehicle condition
- TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFETY RECALL 26LF01 Certain 2019 – 2025 Model Year ES 300h Fuel Cap Negative…
- Some 2025 model year ES 250, ES 300h, and ES 350 vehicles may exhibit a knocking noise from the cushion of…
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.