2016 Lexus ES Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 56%of 9 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2016 Lexus ES, 56% of the 9 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While driving at highway speeds on Interstate and without warning my standard size sunroof exploded. This event caused loud noise and shattered glass. I was not under overpass or around any other vehicles. This event caused immediate panic due to noise and not understanding what occurred until a visual inspection was conducted roadside. The vehicle has been inspected by dealership for repair resulting in $2800 repair utilizing insurance.”
NHTSA complaint #11718814, filed 2026-02“On 2/3/2026 i was sitting at a light and out of no where i heard a bang or what sounded like a explosion i get out of the car and my panoramic sunroof is completely shattered but it looked like it exploded from the inside out. My sunroof was closed the cover was shit and i have no idea what would have caused it. I asked the driver that was directly behind me at the light if they saw anything hit the car they said no nothing i dont understand how this happens and the dealership says they wont warranty it i dont know what to do”
NHTSA complaint #11716143, filed 2026-02“In April 2022, the timing cover seal on my 2016 Lexus ES 350 was replaced due to a leak. This was completed under warranty at approximately 84,785 miles. In February 2025, less than three years and roughly 56,000 miles later, I was informed by the same Lexus dealership during a routine service that the exact same issue—leaking from the timing cover—had reoccurred. There were no warning lights, engine performance issues, or visible signs of oil loss leading up to this. During my prior service appointment in December 2024, I was told the car was in excellent condition with no issues. …”
NHTSA complaint #11652155, filed 2025-04“Front door locking mechanisms fail over time making it dangerous to open doors and leave it parked in public areas. Door lock actuators failed on both driver and passenger sides.”
NHTSA complaint #11533014, filed 2023-07Related service bulletins
- 10244114Aug 21, 2023TSB: 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…
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 10% |
| 2022 | 1 | 9% |
| 2021 | 1 | 4% |
| 2020 | 4 | 22% |
| 2019 | 2 | 6% |
| 2018 | 1 | 20% |
| 2016 | 5 | 56% |
| 2015 | 1 | 20% |
| 2013 | 5 | 15% |
| 2012 | 4 | 13% |
| 2011 | 3 | 7% |
| 2010 | 6 | 15% |
| 2009 | 2 | 7% |
| 2008 | 11 | 16% |
| 2007 | 31 | 25% |
| 2006 | 2 | 17% |
| 2005 | 3 | 5% |
| 2004 | 2 | 13% |
| 2003 | 3 | 13% |
| 2002 | 1 | 4% |
| 2000 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2016 Lexus ES
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaintsTires
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Lexus ES
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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