2010 Lexus ES
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 58 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 125 |
| 2008 | 68 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 40 |
| 2011 | 45 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 34 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2025 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
50% of complaints: air bags — 20 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
No lamps on at all. Car was in a major accident and no airbags went off.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231223
Incident on 10/13/2020 On Tuesday October 13th. 2020 I was driving my 2010 Lexus ES 350 in Diamond Bar, CA 91765. I got hit on my side by a speedy car (ran red light) He was driving at speed of 55 mph.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220517
TAKATA RECALL RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR OWNERS OF VEHICLES WITH TAKATA AIRBAG INFLATORS
NHTSA ODI report, 20171031
13% of complaints: structure — 5 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 4 distinct reports on file.
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I have been driving with a shiny sticky dashboard that reflects light directly into my eyes when I'm driving creating a dangerous driving condition.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240625
BOTH REAR VIEW MIRRORS FOR THE DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE SPONTANEOUSLY POPPED OFF AND WOULD NO LONGER STAY IN PLACE. THEY WOULD JUST SWIVEL BACK AND FORTH WHILE DRIVING. I NEEDED TO USE TAPE TO KEEP THEM IN PLACE WHILE DRIVING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171214
5% of complaints: steering — 2 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: electrical system — 2 distinct reports on file.
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I HAVE LEXUS ES350 YEAR 2010 ,I HAVE PROBLEM WITH THE BATTERY NEED TO JUMP STAR I BRING TO THE DEALER TO CHECK ,THEY TOLD ME NEED TO CHANGE THE BATTERY ,WITH THE FULL PRICE $198.00 ,THEY TOLD ME THE BATTERY ON MY CAR IS NO MORE WARRANTY I HAVE NO...
NHTSA ODI report, 20150219
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2010 Lexus ES — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (4 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2010 Lexus ES reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Lexus ES is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Lexus ES?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Lexus ES have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.