2025 Lexus ES Problems
Compared with other Lexus ES years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2025 can be compared from 2028.
- Most reported part: Back-over prevention (rear camera) (2 complaints).
- 1 recall campaign on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 3 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 25 mpgcombined, 3.5L 6-cyl FWD · 22 city / 32 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2025 Lexus ES (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2025 Lexus ES. The part named most often is back-over prevention, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by forward collision avoidance (2) and fuel system (2). Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 25 technical service bulletins for this model year. Back-over prevention complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Fuel system2 40%
- Brakes1 20%
- Electrical system1 20%
- Engine1 20%
- Body and structure1 20%
Example complaints
Back-over prevention (rear camera): “Describe: • Rear camera froze • Parking assist warning did not activate • Auto-brake did not engage • Accident occurred before recall update I backed into my Neighbors car which was parked opposite my driveway. Searched and found Lexus safety recall notice 25LA06”
NHTSA complaint #11703004, filed 2025-12Forward collision avoidance: “The Pre-Collision System (PCS) activated twice in the last couple of weeks with absolutely no reason. Both times it activated with transmission in reverse and vehicle in process of backing up. But there was no vehicle or person within the vicinity. The sudden braking startled the driver and passengers giving concern about the viability of the vehicle operating in a safe manner for the rest of the trip. The problem has not been seen or inspected by the dealer or service personnel.”
NHTSA complaint #11736701, filed 2026-05Fuel system: “I was driving with traffic in a 35 mph zone on a moderately busy street. I got the alert to brake and did so immediately. I collided with the Jeep in front of me. The airbags did not deploy. The front hood of the car tented and a fire immediately broke out under the hood. When a policeman arrived he attempted unsuccessfully to put out the fire with a fire extinguisher. The fire was eventually extinguished when the fire department arrived. The car was towed away. The insurance adjuster said the car was totaled.”
NHTSA complaint #11721821, filed 2026-03Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2025 Lexus ES. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES 250 · sedan AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 10.5% risk |
| ES 300H · sedan FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 10.5% risk |
| ES 350 · sedan FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 10.5% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2025 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.
Neighbouring years: 2024: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2025 Lexus ES version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES 250 AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 24 | 33 | 28 | $2,400 |
| ES 350 FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 22 | 32 | 25 | $2,700 |
| ES 350 F Sport FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,700 |
| ES 300h FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl · hybrid | CVT | 43 | 44 | 44 | $1,500 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 25V744000Oct 30, 2025Back over prevention › Display functionCovers: Lexus ES 2023–2025, NX Hybrid 2022–2025, NX 2022–2025 +32 more
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…
Recall details for the 2025 Lexus ES → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 25 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11036120Jul 2, 2026Suspension. Some 2025 model year ES 250, ES 300h, and ES 350 vehicles may exhibit a knocking noise from the cushion of rear suspension member when turning or driving on an uneven road
- 11031155Mar 10, 2026Engine. OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.
- 11027560Dec 15, 2025Body and structure. Some 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address…
- 11022963Aug 19, 2025Electrical system. Some customers may experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot resolve on their own. These resources, in conjunction with the Repair Manual, are for…
- 11020656Jun 13, 2025Electrical system. The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in…
- 11019328Apr 2, 2025Electrical system. To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the…
- 11018325Apr 2, 2025Electrical system. To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the…
- 11016780Feb 10, 2025Electrical system. The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and…
- 11015494Feb 10, 2025Electrical system. The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and…
- 11016775Feb 7, 2025Body and structure. Some 2010 – 2026 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard™. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the…
Other model years of the Lexus ES
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | — | 1 | 5 | 25 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 9 | 10,100 | 2 | 5 | 26 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 10 | 50,090 | 2 | 5 | 44 | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 11 | 6,832 | 0 | 5 | 28 | — | Not enough data |
| 2021 | 28 | 38,000 | 1 | 5 | 28 | 48 · Typical | Rising |
| 2020 | 18 | 27,690 | 1 | 5 | 44 | — | Rising |
| 2019 | 34 | 11,000 | 1 | 5 | 44 | 100 · More | Falling |
| 2018 | 5 | 200 | 0 | — | 40 | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 9 | 115,500 | 0 | — | 40 | — | Not enough data |
| 2015 | 5 | 115,000 | 0 | — | 40 | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 34 | 45,000 | 0 | — | 40 | 54 · Typical | Stable |
| 2012 | 31 | 66,316 | 0 | — | — | 36 · Typical | Stable |
| 2011 | 46 | 47,000 | 0 | — | — | 82 · More | Rising |
| 2010 | 41 | 70,000 | 0 | — | — | 11 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2009 | 28 | 79,000 | 0 | — | — | 36 · Typical | Rising |
| 2008 | 68 | 62,000 | 0 | — | — | 52 · Typical | Rising |
| 2007 | 125 | 80,123 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 12 | 115,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2005 | 59 | 8,850 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2004 | 16 | 89,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Falling |
| 2003 | 23 | 68,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Rising |
| 2002 | 27 | 96,150 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2000 | 6 | 140,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 8 | 85,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Lexus ES model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2025 Lexus ES have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2025 Lexus ES as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2025 Lexus ES is reported most often?
Back-over prevention is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by forward collision avoidance with 2.
Has the 2025 Lexus ES been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2025 Lexus ES do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2025 Lexus ES 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 3 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Lexus ES get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Lexus ES (ES 350, 3.5L 6-cyl) at 25 mpg combined, 22 city and 32 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,700 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.