2022 Lexus ES Hybrid

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2022 Lexus ES Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:46:14.305Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2022

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2013: 8 complaints 2013 2014: 10 complaints 2015: 6 complaints 2015 2016: 7 complaints 2017: 1 complaint 2017 2018: 5 complaints 2019: 1 complaint 2019 2020: 1 complaint 2021: 2 complaints 2022: 3 complaints 2022 3 2023: 0 complaints 2024: 0 complaints 2025: 0 complaints 2025 2026: 1 complaint
2013: 8 complaints 2013 2014: 10 complaints 2014 2015: 6 complaints 2015 2016: 7 complaints 2016 2017: 1 complaint 2017 2018: 5 complaints 2018 2019: 1 complaint 2019 2020: 1 complaint 2020 2021: 2 complaints 2021 2022: 3 complaints 2022 3 2023: 0 complaints 2023 2024: 0 complaints 2024 2025: 0 complaints 2025 2026: 1 complaint 2026
2013: 8 complaints 2013 2014: 10 complaints 2014 2015: 6 complaints 2015 2016: 7 complaints 2016 2017: 1 complaint 2017 2018: 5 complaints 2018 2019: 1 complaint 2019 2020: 1 complaint 2020 2021: 2 complaints 2021 2022: 3 complaints 2022 3 2023: 0 complaints 2023 2024: 0 complaints 2024 2025: 0 complaints 2025 2026: 1 complaint 2026

2022: 3 complaints

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201410
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Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Forward collision avoidance

2 of 3 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.

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Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2022 Lexus ES300H. The contact stated that after the vehicle was stopped at a traffic light, the contact continued driving at an undisclosed speed when another vehicle in front of him came to a sudden stop.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-02-22

I am writing about my 2022 Lexus ES300h. This pertains to the Auto Radar Cruise Control system and also the Lane Keeping Assistance function. First, about the Auto Cruise.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-02-26

Also filed under Lane departure

Structure

1 of 3 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.

Seat belts

1 of 3 total reports mentions: seat belts.

Lane departure

1 of 3 total reports mentions: lane departure, most commonly citing assist.

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

2022 Lexus ES Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Forward collision avoidance: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 23V865000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2022 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 2022 Lexus ES Hybrid?
The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 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.