2009 Lexus ES350 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 3%of 145 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 20,102miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the visibility of the 2009 Lexus ES350, 3% of the 145 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 20,102 miles.
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.
“Lexus 2009, model ES350. All windows and sunroof open by themselves at the same time at different occaisons. Vehicle has been brought and left at keyes Lexus in van nuys, ca. Numerous times to correct from beginning of my purchase. They failed to correct the problem to this date after promissing to do so. The danger exists if this happens while driving, it could cause an accident.”
NHTSA complaint #10373920, filed 2011-01, 20,204 miles“Lexus 2009, model ES350 security system goes off by itself at odd hours all windows and sunroof open by themselves at the same time on different occasions. Now toyota is replacing all computers that relate to this electrical problem. The vehicle has been at the service department over a week.”
NHTSA complaint #10372397, filed 2010-12, 20,000 miles“Melting dashboard problem which affects visibility. I called Lexus headquarters in august 2017 and reported the problem. I took the car in to Lexus dealer and they took pictures which they said they would submit somewhere. After many months, I called headquarters again. I got a call from them on 1/29/2018 stating that my car is no longer under warranty. They want me to pay to replace dashboard. Many other Lexus models have been recalled for this same problem. However, they indicated my model was not under recall. …”
NHTSA complaint #11065888, filed 2018-01“Vehicle dashboard is melting and creates a dangerous road glare when driving on sunny days or hot days. It is also a very sticky surface that is sticking to everything. This is known problem on Lexus and toyota cars.”
NHTSA complaint #10935854, filed 2016-12Related service bulletins
- 10182961Oct 30, 2020TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
- 10205375Jul 28, 2014Window and Windshield kProduct Report Tips - Multiple Vehicles
- 10132745Jul 28, 2014Tech Tip: Tips for writing a DPR (Dealer Product Report) on manufacturing issues for windows and windshields.
- 10205352Dec 19, 2013Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
- 10132006Dec 19, 2013This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0092-13.
- 10132005Dec 19, 2013This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0092-13 .
- 10132004Dec 19, 2013The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
- 10205383Nov 2, 2013Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior
- 10132082Nov 2, 2013Spots in Window glass
- 10205340Sep 12, 2013HVAC Odor Maintenance
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
Other parts of the 2009 Lexus ES350
101 complaintsVehicle speed control
24 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaintsTires
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Lexus ES350
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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