Is the Lexus ES Reliable?
2002–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Lexus ES Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | 0 | 5 | — | — | 76 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 5 | — | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 5 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 13 | — | — | 93 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 28 | — | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 1 | 18 | 6 | — | 78 | Good |
| 2019 | 4 | 35 | 4 | — | 75 | Good |
| 2018 | 2 | 11 | 3 | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 1 | 17 | 4 | — | 83 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the ES Compares to Similar Vehicles
The ES scores 12 points above the average luxury — a strong result.
Known Lexus ES Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 137 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Lexus ES reliable?+
The Lexus ES scores 82/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 8 recall campaigns and 137 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year ES is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2022 ES achieved the highest reliability score of 93/100 with 0 recalls and 13 complaints.
How many miles does a ES last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Lexus ES owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used ES will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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