Model year

2019 Lexus ES350

Sedan, gasoline, 4x2, built in Japan. Owner complaints on file from May 21, 2019 to Jan 22, 2021.

Recall campaigns covering this model year23.36M vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints5Below the median 2019 sedan
Severity index20.02019 sedans average 8.1
First 24 months4Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2019 Lexus ES350 peaked in 2019, with 2 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

00.511.52201922020202120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

60% of complaints about the 2019 Lexus ES350 name fuel system

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Fuel system
3
Steering
1
Tires
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

2 recall campaigns cover the 2019 Lexus ES350

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2019 Lexus ES350
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
20V-682Nov 4, 2020Low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may failFuel system1,525,742Part replacement
20V-012Jan 13, 2020On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser,…Fuel system1,830,752Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2019 Lexus ES350

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

5 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Jan 22, 2021Failure Jan 1, 2020Olney, MDFuel system, Gasoline

    TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LEXUS ES350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V682000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO OURISMAN LEXUS OF ROCKVILLE (15501 FREDERICK RD, ROCKVILLE, MD 20855) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.

    NHTSA complaint 11389408
  2. Filed Aug 28, 2020Failure Jun 28, 2020Rochester, MNFuel system, Gasoline

    TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LEXUS ES350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V012000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED LEXUS OF MAPLEWOOD (3000 US-61, MAPLEWOOD, MN 55109; 651-415-2423) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.

    NHTSA complaint 11351807
  3. Filed May 19, 2020Failure Jan 13, 2020West Palm Beach, FLFuel system, Gasoline

    TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LEXUS ES350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V012000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER WAS CALLED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. *DT DEALER HAS ADVISED THE CONSUMER, VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE AND HAS BEEN IN THE GARAGE SINCE 3/17/20. CONSUMER TEST RUNS THE CAR WEEKLY FOR MAINTAINCE UNTIL PARTS ARRIVE.*JB

    NHTSA complaint 11325135
  4. Filed Oct 21, 2019Failure Oct 5, 2019Bloomington, ILSteering, Tires

    2019 LEXUS ES 350. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD LEAKING POWER STEERING HOSE AND A DRY CANISTER. *AS THE CONSUMER STATED THE TIRES ON THE VEHICLE HAD CUPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED.*JS

    NHTSA complaint 11269690
  5. Filed May 21, 2019Failure May 20, 201912,800 milesWindsor Mill, MDUnknown or other1 injured

    I WAS ON THE FREEWAY WHEN MY SUNROOF BLEW UP.

    NHTSA complaint 11208885
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

110 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

  • LSB000723 Feb 14, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 model year vehicles equipped with 17CY+ Panasonic Audio (versions less than 1226) and Navigation (versions less than 1225 or 1245 with 20 Teammate) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Navigation reset while entering a…
  • 23LE01 Feb 9, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    DL: On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was approved by the federal court. The settlement includes Lexus?s agreement to provide a Customer Support Program for certain 2013-2020 model year (MY) vehicles originally…
  • LSB000523 Feb 9, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2013 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit a hard start and/or MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ?DTC P0171 and/or P0174 (System Too Lean Bank 1/Bank 2) ?DTC P0087 Fuel Rail / System Pre…
  • L-SB-0043-20 Obs Dec 8, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    OBSOLETE NOTICE December 08, 2022: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0057-22
  • L-SB-0057-22 Dec 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System, require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to del…
  • L-TT-0321-22 Nov 10, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: Confirm there is an abnormal noise coming from the front of the vehicle, some customers describe the noise as a roaring type noise. Confirm the vehicle meets the following criteria: ?Mileage is under 5,000 miles ?No previous repairs or accidents …
  • LSB002121Rev1 Jun 20, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with an FKS engine
  • LSB002121Rev1 Jun 20, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with an FKS engine
  • LTT031622 May 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: To improve guest support of telematics connected services features, additional resources have been provided in the Service Lane - Knowledge Center.
  • L-SB-0031-22 Jul 21, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2019 ? 2022 model year ES 300h and ES 350 vehicles and 2021 ? 2022 model year ES 250 vehicles may exhibit a whistle or wind noise from the rear left quarter window. An updated repair process has been created to reduce the possibility of this condi…
  • LSB000822Rev1 Apr 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2021 ? 2022 model year ES 250, and 2019 ? 2022 model year ES 300h and ES 350 vehicles may exhibit a brake squeal/squeak noise from the front brake components. For customers who find these characteristics objectionable, an updated fitting kit is no…
  • Safety Recall 22 Apr 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
  • L-SB-0008-22 Mar 29, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2021 ? 2022 model year ES 250, and 2019 ? 2022 model year ES 300h and ES 350 vehicles may exhibit a brake squeal/squeak noise from the front brake components. For customers who find these characteristics objectionable, an updated fitting kit is no…
  • L-SB-0004-22 Feb 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this servi…
  • L-SB-0002-22 Jan 28, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Electronic Wiring …
  • L-SB-0047-18 Rev Jan 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2018 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles with audio (version 1065) or earlier, and navigation (version 1065) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Apple CarPlay® intermittently inoperative. ?Voice recognition does not s…
  • Lexus PRO19-02 - Jan 12, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests i…
  • L-SB-0043-20 Rev Dec 21, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2018 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to deli…
  • L-TT-0271-19 Rev Oct 15, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns, it may be requested as part of the remanufactured head unit return to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the dat…
  • L-TT-0303-21 Sep 3, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: When used in conjunction with the Repair Manual, these Blind Spot Monitor, Forward Recognition Camera, and Front Millimeter Wave Radar tips leverage SSTs and readily available tools to support target placement in varying shop environments.
  • L-TT-0293-20 Rev Sep 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: NOTE: This document ONLY applies to 2020 ES & 2020 NX vehicles built before 10/01/2019. (Vehicles built after that date use AT&T WiFi, not Verizon) Head unit telematics services become inoperative after DCM replacement and activation if the guest ha…
  • L-SB-0024-21 Jul 26, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2007 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC evaporator drain hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose tip (ARINIX® Tip) is available to help mini…
  • L-SB-0021-21 Jul 20, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2021 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with an FKS engine.
  • L-SB-0021-19 Rev Jul 27, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with Pioneer Audio (version earlier than 1102) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Black CarPlay® Display from Pioneer Audio. ?Low volume from CarPlay® FaceTime audio calls. …
  • L-TT-0262-19 Rev May 24, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: For applicable 2018-2019 model year Lexus vehicles, after performing the Multimedia Enhancements Phase 3 LSB with additional features such as Apple CarPlay® and Amazon Alexa?, the Enform? App Suite may not load properly. Follow the steps below to correc…
  • Lexus PRO21-UFRM May 24, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    POL: UPDATES TO THE 2014-2021 LEXUS UNIVERSAL FLAT RATE MANUAL
  • L-SB-0043-20 Rev May 13, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2018 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to deli…
  • L-TT-0221-17Rev1 Mar 22, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Diagnosis of bluetooth connectivity complaints.
  • Lexus Safety Re Mar 31, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
  • L-TT-0283-20 Rev Mar 16, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: Some vehicles equipped with Dynamic Navigation may experience a pop-up message notifying them that their map update service will end soon. The date that is shown could be more than one year in the future. This does not indicate any issues with the veh…
  • L-TT-0281-20 Rev Mar 16, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth® Audio functions are no longer f…
  • L-SB-0020-19 Obs Dec 11, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    OBSOLETE NOTICE December 11, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0043-20.
  • L-SB-0043-20 Dec 11, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2018 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to deli…
  • L-TT-0293-20 Rev Nov 13, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: NOTE: This document ONLY applies to 2020 ES & 2020 NX vehicles built before 10/01/2019. (Vehicles built after that date use AT&T WiFi, not Verizon) Head unit telematics services become inoperative after DCM replacement and activation if the guest ha…
  • L-TT-0293-20 Oct 27, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: NOTE: This document ONLY applies to 2020 ES & 2020 NX vehicles built before 10/01/2020. (Vehicles built after that date use AT&T WiFi, not Verizon) Head unit telematics services become inoperative after DCM replacement and activation if the guest ha…
  • L-TT-0271-19 Rev Oct 20, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns, it may be requested as part of the remanufactured head unit return to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the d…
  • L-SB-0039-20 Oct 16, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 ? 2021 model year Lexus vehicles.
  • L-TT-0294-20 Oct 30, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
  • L-SB-0020-19 Rev Aug 12, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2018 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to de…
  • L-SB-0047-18 Rev Aug 13, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2018 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles with Panasonic navigation (version 1050) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?The analog clock shows one hour ahead, then immediately adjusts back one hour after ACC ON. ?No Sou…
  • L-SB-0020-19 Rev Aug 12, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2018 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to de…
  • L-TT-0288-20 Rev Aug 7, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: The Lexus Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover detailed customer v…
  • L-SB-0002-20 Rev Aug 5, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should be repaired acco…
  • L-TT-0235-17 Rev Aug 5, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
  • L-TT-0288-20 Rev Aug 7, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: The Lexus Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover detailed customer v…
  • L-SB-0002-20 Rev Aug 5, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should be repaired acco…
  • L-TT-0235-17 Rev Aug 5, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
  • L-TT-0265-19 Rev Jul 20, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: The new DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger may cause your facility?s Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) breaker to trip. A GFCI breaker can be tripped for various reasons, one of the reasons may be related to the DCA-8000. We are investigating this issue …
  • L-SB-0023-20 Jun 23, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. ST004-01, SU001-08, and L-SB-0174-08. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the ent…
  • L-TT-0264-19 Rev Jun 22, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: Repairing a 1234YF HVAC system on gas powered (non-hybrid) Lexus vehicle may require additional compressor oil to complete the repairs. 1234YF ND-12 compressor oil is available through the Lexus Approved Dealer Equipment website
  • L-TT-0288-20 Rev Jun 10, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: The Lexus Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover detailed customer v…
  • L-TT-0262-19 Rev Jun 4, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: For applicable 2018-2019 model year Lexus vehicles, after performing the Multimedia Enhancements Phase 3 LSB with additional features such as Apple CarPlay® and Amazon Alexa?, the Enform? App Suite may not load properly. Follow the steps below to correc…
  • L-SB-0014-18 Rev Jun 3, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: 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 can never be reused. Another feature, Add/Remove Key,…
  • L-TT-0288-20 Jun 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: The Lexus Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover detailed customer…
  • L-SB-0020-20 May 8, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Some 2019 model year ES 350 and ES 300h vehicles equipped with the base audio system may exhibit a front-rear sound imbalance where the rear sound bias is less than expected even when fading the sound to the rear. The amplifier logic has been updated t…
  • Lexus Safety Re May 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
  • L-TT-0287-20 Apr 23, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: Due to the challenges caused by the COVID-19 virus threat, some dealers are experiencing reduced traffic into their stores and causing dealer stock to age. Due to this situation, dealers are reminded and recommended to follow the Long-Term Vehicle Stora…
  • L-TT-0286-20 Apr 15, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: After performing a battery test using the DCA-8000 battery diagnostic charger and the battery health has been considered a ?Good? condition, the DCA will automatically enter a post-test charging mode. In the post-test charging mode, the DCA analyzes …
  • L-SB-0008-20 Apr 6, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, PG002-90, L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003 9…
  • L-TT-0254-18 Mar 26, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TT: In certain cases of leaking air conditioning systems, the root cause of the leak is inadvertently overlooked, causing a repeat repair. To improve customer satisfaction and repair A/C system leaks in one dealer visit, Toyota has developed a set of guid…
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.