2016 Lexus ES350
Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 21
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2016
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2016: 21 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 465 |
| 2008 | 255 |
| 2009 | 145 |
| 2010 | 137 |
| 2011 | 153 |
| 2012 | 89 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
3 of 21 total reports mention: service brakes.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Lexus ES350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25-30 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to slow or stop the vehicle. The vehicle crashed into the rear of another vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-15
Also filed under Air bags
There has been a recall on Lexus 2016 ES 350 in April 2016 for the brake actuator which could cause brake pressure to fail. I have called several times the Lexus dealership in escondido, ca. Tells me.......
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-08-17
Vehicle speed control
2 of 21 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Engine
2 of 21 total reports mention: engine.
Electrical system
2 of 21 total reports mention: electrical system.
Air bags
2 of 21 total reports mention: air bags.
Show complaint excerpts
Takata recall: I was called by Lexus to say there was a recall 2 months ago. I made an appointment and left my car there. They gave me a loaner. They called and apologized they didn't have the replacement part.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-08
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016-05-04Electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic16V198000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota RAV4 vehicles manufactured October 30, 2015, to February 3, 2016, 2016 Lexus RX350 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2015, to February 8, 2016, and 2016...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 4, 2016, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Buy-smart checklist
2016 Lexus ES350 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V198000 · Electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2016 Lexus ES350 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 2016 Lexus ES350?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 14% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 Lexus ES350 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.