AI Damage2016 Lexus ES350: common problems
The maker issued 63 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 63
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 48 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 20 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Wheels. Wheel runout, cracks, signs of a wheel strike.
- Air bags. Check the SRS light, stored codes and airbag/curtain status after any impact.
- Tires. Tire age by DOT code, bulges, wear pattern.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- TI
19LE05 Expired December 1, 2022
- DP
Limited Service Campaign KLG expired December 01, 2022
- DP
Customer Support Program 19LE05 expired December 1, 2022.
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
- 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…
- TSB
This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model…
- 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…
- Floor Mat Installation During PDS
- The Position before New Vehicle Delivery
- Long-Term Vehicle Storage Guidelines
- XM Actvation Confirmation during PDS
- Battery Maintenance for In-Stock Vehicles
NHTSA lists 63 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Lexus ES350?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 63 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2016 Lexus ES350?
NHTSA lists 63 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2016 Lexus ES350 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2016 models
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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.