2018 Lexus ES Hybrid
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Seat belts
1 of 5 total reports mentions: seat belts.
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I was told by a customer service agent through email that "The latch system should not be used for rear facing child seats." This is completely shocking to me as there are no indications in the manual that this is the case.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-26
Exterior lighting
1 of 5 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.
Engine
1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine.
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Tl* the contact leased a 2018 Lexus ES300H. While driving 65 MPH, a chemical substance entered the cabin of the vehicle from the ventilation system.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-06
Air bags
1 of 5 total reports mentions: air bags.
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Tl* the contact owned a 2018 Lexus ES300H. The contact stated that while exiting the freeway at about 50 MPH, unable to see very well during night time, the contact went off the pavement and onto the grass.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-01-02
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2018 Lexus ES Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2018 Lexus ES Hybrid reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Lexus ES Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Lexus ES Hybrid have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.