repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2023 Lexus ESProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 10 owner complaints about the 2023 Lexus ES, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-744 the manufacturer reports only 86% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 29, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Lexus ES has problems
10 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
1Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Lane departure
1Power train1 crash/fire/injury
1Service brakes
1Service brakes, hydraulic1 crash/fire/injury
1Tires
1Vehicle speed control1 crash/fire/injury
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 1 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2023 Lexus ES recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Lexus.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other ES year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the ES median. How we score
'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What ES owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2023 Lexus ES 250. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle abruptly stalled. During the failure, the vehicle lost power brakes and power steering functionality, with the messages "High Power Consumption Temporarily Limited", "Braking Temporarily…
The contact owns a 2023 Lexus ES 300. The contact stated that upon coasting into a parking space, the contact tapped the brake pedal; however, the vehicle independently accelerated. In an effort to avoid hitting the building, the contact steered the vehicle to the left, away from the building; as a…
Own a 2023 ES?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.