2021 Lexus ES Hybrid
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2021
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2021: 2 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 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Forward collision avoidance
2 of 2 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
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On Nov 9, 2022 I first noticed the problem. When I drove back to home Vancouver, WA from California I used cruise control all the way. I was driving at 70 and ahead of me was traffic.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-01-24
Also filed under Electrical system
Seat belts
1 of 2 total reports mentions: seat belts.
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The contact owns a 2021 Lexus ES 300H. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH and attempting to stop, the front driverâs side seat belt failed to retract. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-09-26
Electrical system
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
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2024-10-31Air bags23V865000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022...
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024.
Buy-smart checklist
2021 Lexus ES Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 23V865000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2021 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 2021 Lexus ES Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Lexus ES Hybrid have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.