1997 Lexus ES300 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 1about this part
- Share
- 2%of 45 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the fuel system of the 1997 Lexus ES300, 2% of the 45 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.
“Consumer stated that he was having a problem with trying to get vehicle repaired properly. Engine continued knocking, and had been given several reasons by dealer why this was happening. Consumer spent approximately $3000.00 to have repairs done, but the repairs had not corrected the problem. Took vehicle to a mechanic and was told that the repairs were not done properly. Had to have the new fuel injection system replaced. Consumer took vehicle to another mechanic and was told the same thing. Also, consumer spoke to the Lexus manufacturer but did not receive any support. …”
NHTSA complaint #10048348, filed 2003-11Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 6 | 5% |
| 2002 | 7 | 5% |
| 2001 | 1 | 3% |
| 2000 | 3 | 5% |
| 1999 | 1 | 4% |
| 1998 | 5 | 10% |
| 1997 | 1 | 2% |
| 1996 | 2 | 5% |
| 1994 | 1 | 3% |
| 1993 | 1 | 2% |
| 1992 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 1997 Lexus ES300
8 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Lexus ES300
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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