Lexus ES in Ontario, Canada Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
Oct 2007 17980 mi	In Sept. I experienced, on two occasions, a hesitation in forward gear (engine or transmission)?; took it to the dealer in early October. They, after testing, and I since then, have not experienced it again.Dirty Gas?
Nov 2007 19840 mi	After our first snowfall, my windshield wipers did not return to their normal parking position. I was told at the dealership (while undergoing a scheduled oil change) that this was normal in wintertime driving, to prevent the wipers from freezing below t
Dec 2007 21700 mi	My ES 350 with 35,000 kilometers, has just completed a successful three day repair of annoying dashboard rattles, and underside (rt. side) "thumps" due more than likely to loosened hardware. My ES was in my dealership for transmission (computer ) problem once in dec. and once in Jan.
Jan 2008 23560 mi	My ES was in my dealership for transmission (computer ) problem once in dec. and once in Jan.

Lexus ES in Texas, United States Sep 2014 - Mar 2016
May 2015 175700 mi US $1300	Slight leak

Lexus ES in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2014 - Mar 2018
Sep 2014 77000 mi	Cracked Valve springs
Feb 2016 92000 mi US $265	Drivers side wheel bearing
Mar 2016 94000 mi	Dealer replaced a wheel bearing and it also went bad they had to replace a 2nd time.
Dec 2017 117005 mi	Boot,axle. Was leaking
Feb 2018 115000 mi	Lights on dash board came on, they replaces fuel to o2 sensor.

Lexus ES in California, United States Nov 2014 - Jun 2018
Mar 2015 135000 mi US $2400	timing chain cover leak. take down engine, remove timing chain cover, seal with formed in place gasket
May 2015 139000 mi	cv axle boot leaking
Apr 2016 159800 mi US $370	Power Steering Rack Pressure Hose
Jan 2017 156300 mi US $659	battery icon went on dashboard. Fully charge battery will be dead after 30 minutes while engine shut off. Burnt smell coming from engine. At first seemed like weak battery. But after replacing battery, battery charge will be drained.
Jan 2018 192000 mi US $6000	transmission slipping. dealer replaced transmission timing chain cover leak. previous dealer did not repair properly the leak.
Feb 2018 196000 mi US $60	ignition coil 2 misfiring. replaced 2, 4, 6
Jun 2018 201000 mi US $500	radiator and coolant bypass hose leaks

Lexus ES in California, United States Jan 2016 - Jun 2016
Jun 2016 108000 mi US $1500	Oil cooler pipe leak

Lexus ES in Colorado, United States Jun 2014 - Jun 2022
Aug 2014 105400 mi	Evidently the battery was weak when I bought the car. It was replaced free. Had been having difficulty starting the car.
May 2015 111000 mi US $448	Replace V-ribbed belt, idler pulley sub-assembly, idler pulley plate
Dec 2017 129000 mi US $180	replaced two of four tire pressure monitors when tires and valves were replaced (regular maintenance).
Mar 2018 130000 mi US $800	Poor charging, replaced alternator - high labor cost because engine had to be lifted.
Nov 2021 135000 mi US $282	Banjo Bolt Gasket replacement

Lexus ES in Florida, United States Jul 2014 - Jun 2018
Nov 2014 80700 mi	Dealer replaced a defective battery they had installed prior to my purchase of the vehicle.
Dec 2017 119000 mi US $200	Replaced axle to remedy leaking CV boots.

Lexus ES in New Jersey, United States Nov 2013 - Dec 2016
Apr 2014 41200 mi	"Chemical" smell noted when HVAC turned on. Repair shop could not replicate, but cleaned out air ducts and replaced cabin filter at no cost.
Jun 2015 49000 mi US $400	Water pump replaced, due to leaking, and timing belt replaced due to age.

Lexus ES in Minnesota, United States Jun 2012 - Jul 2016
Apr 2014 106500 mi US $450	Passenger side axle replacement. Worn and causing a vibration at 40-50MPH. The problem may have started from an evasive maneuver on the highway one year prior.
Sep 2014 111000 mi US $2000	Replace rack and pinion assembly.

Lexus ES in Massachusetts, United States May 2012 - Jun 2012
Jun 2012 60000 mi US $300	trunk door (license plate holder) developed rusty spots (3 )

Lexus ES in Alabama, United States Sep 2012 - Oct 2012
Oct 2012 24000 mi	window came off track. Plastic piece broken. Repaired under warranty at no cost to me

Lexus ES in Virginia, United States Dec 2012 - Dec 2017
Oct 2014 110000 mi US $423	Wheel bearing was replaced.
Jan 2015 113800 mi US $700	Water pump Radiator
Dec 2015 129000 mi US $1300	Front lower control arm bushings Front Passenger window regulator and window
Jun 2016 137000 mi US $1800	Replaced steering wheel and vent trim.
Dec 2017 160000 mi US $500	Replaced right front axle.

Lexus ES in New Jersey, United States Oct 2012 - Jul 2018
Jun 2015 120000 mi	struts replaced
Jul 2018 152000 mi US $34	CV Boot replacement

Lexus ES in New York, United States Feb 2013 - Jul 2013
May 2013 68000 mi	Water pump failed and leaked out all coolant before it was noticed. Left me on the side of an interstate and needing a tow. Dealer repaired it under NY Lemon Law warranty (bought it used and only had the car for abou 6 wks)

Lexus ES in Arizona, United States Sep 2015 - Jun 2018
Dec 2015 96000 mi	Misfiring ignition coil. OBDII code 351. Replaced coil to resolve.
Mar 2016 97000 mi US $100	Ignition coil #1 not firing. Replaced ignition coil #1. Engine mount cracked. Replaced engine mount.
May 2016 98100 mi US $700	Steering rack leaking. Replaced Steering rack. Excessive noise in idler pulleys. Replaced idler pulleys.
Nov 2016 103300 mi US $100	leaking power steering hose CV axle boots leaking grease. replaced boots lower control arms had separated bushings. replaced.
Apr 2018 116000 mi US $2200	Belt tensioner bearing noise Replaced radiator Speed sensor port O-ring leaking

Lexus ES in California, United States Nov 2015 - Feb 2017
Jan 2016 158200 mi US $850	ALTERNATOR WAS REPLACED
Feb 2017 160000 mi	Cruise control started to stop working some of the time.

Lexus ES in Wisconsin, United States Feb 2017 - Jun 2020
Nov 2017 87000 mi	Air bag recall for defective passenger-side Tataka air bag performed.
Jan 2018 89000 mi US $159	Car suffered from known transmission "flare" issue. Was told a software update would fix the issue, so far it has not improved. Was told by dealership to drive car for a week.

Lexus ES in New York, United States Aug 2017 - Dec 2017
Sep 2017 109000 mi US $707	Power steering line replaced Steering column
Oct 2017 111000 mi US $120	Replace 2 idler pulleys

Lexus ES in Michigan, United States Oct 2017 - Sep 2021
Jun 2018 133350 mi	Airbag recall. Replaced inflator assy kit and clip kit.

Lexus ES in Delaware, United States Oct 2020 - Jan 2022

Sep 2021 97000 mi US $219

1 coil on rear bank (firewall side) of this V6 failed, replaced all 3 rear coils, plus all spark plugs. Cost includes plugs, coils, and new gaskets for intake manifold - which had to be removed to get to rear coils & spark plugs, and then reinstalled. Sounds like tough job, but actually easy if you have good instructions (Instructional videos easy to find on YouTube) and own, or buy the right tools.

Lexus ES in Florida, United States May 2022 - Jun 2023
Jan 2023 188000 mi	Radiator Replaced

Lexus ES in Korea, South Jun 2012 - Jun 2018
Sep 2017 49600 mi $400	Replaced struts

Lexus ES in Tennessee, United States Jul 2016 - Jun 2018
May 2017 29000 mi	Dashboard was replace via recall Takata airbags replaced via recall

Lexus ES in Ontario, Canada Jul 2016 - Oct 2016
Sep 2016 163060 mi C $140	All locks don't open. Rear passenger door is intermittent.

Lexus ES in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2016 - Jul 2022
Dec 2016 186000 mi US $1300	New spark plugs. New air filter. Needed to remove battery at shop due to huge amount of battery acid build on terminals, i could remove battery. Replace battery and have battery linkage soaked to remove acid, engine coil replacement
Jul 2022 160000 mi US $100	Door handle came, broken connection

Lexus ES in Ohio, United States Mar 2006 - Apr 2011
Nov 2006 4000 mi	Transmission was running rough. Dealer replaced transmission. No further issues noted after replacement.

Lexus ES in Oregon, United States Jul 2016 - Jul 2017
Apr 2017 164000 mi US $90	Replaced faulty Coil Pack

Lexus ES in Utah, United States May 2017 - Jun 2020
Jun 2017 121000 mi	Aimed headlights

Lexus ES in Ontario, Canada Mar 2011 - Apr 2016
May 2011 42740 mi	Long shifting in 3-4 gears only when cold for 2-3 min
Nov 2013 91360 mi C $1700	Mark Levinson audio amp blown. Mark Levinson subwoofer blown
Jan 2014 93800 mi C $600	Wind deflector on panoramic roof shattered - not clear whether due to low temperatures (-20) or ice from highway

Lexus ES in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2018
Dec 2012 88000 mi US $60	Passenger side window tabs that hold window in place allowing it to go up/down were broken.
Jul 2013 101000 mi US $300	Malfunctioning blender door
May 2014 121800 mi US $250	Blender door motor/driver's side malfunctioning.

Lexus ES in Maryland, United States Aug 2007 - Sep 2020
Mar 2015 130000 mi US $375	Oxygen Sensor died. CEL still on. I'm leaning towards a bad error reset as it has been near two months and everything seems okay.
Jun 2015 142000 mi US $350	Another oxygen sensor died and was replaced. Another oxygen sensor died. Make sure to replace in pairs.
Jun 2016 159000 mi US $1300	Front right axle was leaking fluid. Replaced axle and joints.
Jan 2018 190000 mi US $400	left axle replaced.

Lexus ES in Tennessee, United States Aug 2007 - Sep 2009
Sep 2008 38000 mi	Front Drivers side wheel bearing was bad. Wheel bearing was replaced.

Lexus ES in Nevada, United States Jun 2008 - Apr 2017
Jan 2009 50000 mi	Rattle in dash.
Aug 2012 85700 mi US $340	Timing coil replaced
Dec 2014 116000 mi US $500	Headlight assemblies replaced. Intermittent problem. I think it had something to do with the ballast.
Jun 2015 123000 mi US $480	CV joints replaced

Lexus ES in Ontario, Canada Jun 2006 - Nov 2009
Sep 2006 2790 mi	wind noise engine knocking on cold start CD player frozen dashboard rattles steering shake seat heater not working
Jan 2007 8990 mi	engine knocking on cold start wind noise -replaced door and window seals
Apr 2007 10540 mi	Window seal on driver side fails and window won't close- seal replaced Steering shake - new wheel alignment - doesn't help Windshield wipers hit window frame on high - adjusted
Jan 2009 31620 mi	Squeaks in the dashboard.

Lexus ES in California, United States Aug 2008 - Jun 2022
Jul 2012 52000 mi	HID light bulbs were replaced... very expensive normally but my dealer replaced them out-of-warranty.
Jun 2013 61000 mi	bad smells in the AC were resolved.
Feb 2018 78900 mi US $500	check engine, vsc, and traction light on. Dealer diagnosed and replaced O2 sensor bank2 sensor2 (one of the oxygen sensors). Part cost: $220, labor almost $400. Discount applied so final cost: almost $500. :-(

Lexus ES in Texas, United States Jul 2007 - Mar 2015
May 2009 38000 mi	Oil supply line to bank 1 leaking oil from valve cover. Replaced gaskets and oil supply line. Screeching noise when braking in reverse. Dealer said was a design issue. Installed pad kit and shim kit for anti-squeak.
Mar 2011 72000 mi	Wheel alignment, Caster/Cam adjustment kit Wheel alignment, Caster/Cam adjustment kit
Jan 2012 82000 mi US $331	Replaced Blower Motor
Jul 2012 89500 mi US $1500	Replaced left and right rear door locks with rebuilt motors= $700 Right Front axle boot leaking - replaced. $425 Rough shifting. Dealer upgraded software = $150
Dec 2012 94000 mi US $350	Replaced front passenger door lock with rebuilt motors= $350 Right Front axle boot leaking - replaced. (Same as July 2012)
Jun 2014 115000 mi	CD Player quit working several months ago. Too expensive to repair.
Feb 2015 125000 mi US $1880	Replaced All(4) Oil Control Valves. Replaced Spark Plugs.
Mar 2015 125000 mi	Chk engine and VSC warning came on again. This is what I just spent $2000 to fix last month. After keeping the car a week, the dealer says they now need to replace the engine. Quoted $9000 with a 70K mile engine. Bought new car-Infiniti

Lexus ES in Arizona, United States Dec 2006 - Jun 2016
Feb 2011 58000 mi	check engine light, gas cap not tight enough

Lexus ES in Florida, United States Dec 2006 - Jun 2022
May 2007 5000 mi	GPS navigation wasn't always picking up signal
Sep 2008 10000 mi	GPS navigation wasn't picking up signal. Dealer replaced DVD, which has updated GPS satellite info, and this resolved the problem.
May 2009 13000 mi	Mud flap was loose and causing a rattle when car was driven at highway speeds.
Sep 2015 42000 mi US $147	Found grease leaking from inner axle boot seal; replaced and resealed inner axle boot. ($500 paid by extended warranty of total $647 cost)
Sep 2016 47000 mi US $2667	Replaced rack and pinion steering after it was found to be worn out in regular servicing inspection.
Apr 2017 50226 mi US $1156	Replace alternator after failure (which required car to be towed to dealer). Also replaced battery, which was on warranty.
May 2017 51000 mi US $114	Look into other issues pointed out by dealer such as oil leak that would require expensive repairs according to dealer; this shop found car in sound condition and not needing other repairs. I put in stop-leak fluid which probably helped. check out noise that turned out to be a loose flap.
Oct 2021 68939 mi US $4318	Replace leaking power steering hoses Replace leaking sway bar end Replace ball joint Replace engine mount Replace brake pads (front & rear)

Lexus ES in California, United States Dec 2006 - Mar 2007
Jul 2006 2300 mi	Transmission failure. Replaced.
Oct 2006 6500 mi	Navigation / Climate Control computer failure. Replaced.
Nov 2006 6700 mi	Navigation / Climate Control computer failure. Replaced for second time.
Dec 2006 6900 mi	Strut leak. Replaced strut.
Jan 2007 7000 mi	Leak around timing belt cover. Had to remove engine to repair. Oil leak around timing belt cover. Had to remove engine to repair.

Lexus ES in Illinois, United States Dec 2006 - Mar 2010
Jan 2007 9000 mi	Transmission lurching issue

Lexus ES in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2007 - Sep 2016
Sep 2013 18600 mi	Two plastic rings in tire pressure monitor stuck intermittently and were replaced at no cost

Lexus ES in Louisiana, United States Dec 2006 - Feb 2010
Apr 2009 15000 mi	Drivers side window came out of track due to breakage of rail inside door- entire track plus window replaced in about 45 minutes.
Sep 2009 18000 mi	CD changer stuck- could not eject, play or change CD's in multiplayer in dash. Fix- entire unit replaced by Lexus at no charge.

Lexus ES in Ontario, Canada Oct 2008 - Oct 2011
Oct 2011 32860 mi	Excessive wind noise, dealer ordered / installed replacement parts to resolve the issue.

Lexus ES in Maryland, United States Oct 2007 - May 2010
Nov 2007 500 mi	Brake squeak; pads and shims replaced under warranty per TSB.
Dec 2007 1000 mi	Aux audio input ground loop causing hum; noise filter installed under warranty per TSB.
Jan 2008 8000 mi	Rear seat cushion loose; plastic clip replaced under warranty.
Feb 2008 10000 mi	Infrequent transmission flare (gear slip) during upshift. Torque converter "shock/thunk". TSB exists for latter; but dealer refused to repair claiming "normal operation".
Jul 2008 19000 mi	Rattle in dash; dealer attempted repair under warranty per TSB.
Aug 2008 21000 mi	XM satellite radio intermittently dead (no sound). Dealer replaced XM receiver under warranty.
Dec 2008 25500 mi	HVAC system spews white powder into cabin when fan on. Known problem (TSB exists). New A/C condenser ordered.  Transmission's torque converter thunks periodically causing car to shudder. TSB exists for this issue (VIN in range listed), but dealer said it didn't apply, and service writer condescendingly dismissed my concern. Trans also slips/flares intermittently. Multiple rattles in dashboard and excessive wind noise from front side windows. Both are known issues (TSBs apply). Dealer said wind noise normal & TSBs not applicable to car. Dealer "forgot" to fix rattles (2nd time they did this). Automatic gear shift lever occasionally sticks half way between "R" and "P", instead of going into "P". Service writer laughed condescendingly and said I was too picky. Tech noted problem and lubed. Fixed for 1 month; then problem returned 1. Trans torque converter thunks plus shift flares. Dealer claims normal and laughed at my reference to TSB & refused repair. 2. Gear shift sticks between R & P; Lubed. A/C spews white dust; evaporator ordered. 3. Door wind noise w/TSB; dealer refused fi
Jan 2009 28000 mi	Defective coating on A/C evaporator coil caused white powder to come out A/C vents. Dealer replaced evaporator coil to fix. Numerous rattles in dashboard. Dealer fixed per TSB, removing entire dash, replacing plastic clips, adding felt, etc.  When dealer replaced A/C evap coil, they failed to reinstall rubber boot on bottom of steering shaft, resulting in road noise & cold air entering cabin. I fixed this myself. I also clipped wires down that they'd failed to do correctly.
May 2009 33000 mi	Dealer damaged dash,trim & A/C during prev visit. A/C air mix actuator was binding/buzzing, and A/C buttons didn't function correctly. Dealer replaced A/C computer& actuator, Nav/radio/HVAC assy, & int trim.Dyed scuffs on dash. Secured much loose trim
Aug 2009 37000 mi	Right side High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamp flickers and then goes out after 15 min of use. Left lamp flickers slightly when car door slammed. Dealer replaced both HID bulbs under warranty.  Right front blinker and marker lamp stopped working after dealer replaced headlamp bulb. I determined dealer had disconnected two wiring harnesses and forgotten to reconnect them. I fixed it myself. Due to difficult access area, repair took me 3 hrs.
Sep 2009 39000 mi	Discovered dealer damaged HVAC when replaced heater core. Driver footwell duct broken off blower box & resecured with foamrbr tape! Blower box cracked in 2 visible places. Temp sensor caulked to ext of box, not installed inside.  Status lamp on park assist button no longer lights.
Oct 2009 41000 mi	Intermittent issue: When turning steering wheel, hear several click sounds and feel simultaneous vibration. Transmission intermittently thunks/shudders when torque converter engages. It also intermittently slips/flares when up-shifting.
Dec 2009 41001 mi	Transmission torque converter shudders intermittently at specific speeds, causing car to feel as if it's stumbling. Known problem for this year/VIN. Factory rep visited dealer & tested, claimed "operating normally". Automatic gear shift lever occasionally sticks & stays in dead space of shift gate between "R" and "P", instead of spring returning it to "P". Factory rep tech claims "operating normally". Requested factory buy-back of car: trans still thunks/slips, nav system buggy, piston slap, etc. Factory rep assessed car; sent letter saying "normal operating characteristics". www.youtube.com/watch?v=tN0VA5L1b1w www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SATd8tUA54 Pwr steering column grinds. Steering whl clicks. Engine has piston slap. Gear shift binds. Factory rep: "normal"; no repair. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWusu_L4cns http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tN0VA5L1b1w http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=09gZP1Jkrt
May 2010 49000 mi	Engine: loud piston slap for 10 min after start; continues indefinitely (but less noisy). Torque converter defect causes shudder. Nav system buggy.

Lexus ES in California, United States Jun 2010 - Jul 2016
Mar 2012 26000 mi US $375	Local mechanic noted Oil leak by timing chain cover when oil was changed. My Vehicle is presently in shop. Repairs under drive train warranty. Rear brakes had 15% left. Lexus Dealer replaced @$375.00
Jul 2016 45000 mi US $800	leaky rear strutes

Lexus ES in Ohio, United States Jun 2010 - Feb 2011
Jul 2010 36000 mi	Exhaust pipe striking frame during starting.
Sep 2010 37000 mi	Thumping under car during starting. Cause not found. Problem intermittent and still exists.
Feb 2011 39000 mi	Intermittent thumping under car when sold. Also tapping sound in engine that was always "normal."

Lexus ES in Delaware, United States Jun 2010 - Dec 2014
Mar 2011 47000 mi US $115	Applying brakes produced a fairly loud click from the driver side front wheel area. Dealer Said they cleaned and lubricated some moving part. The repair also cleared up a mushy feeling brake pedal.
Jun 2012 63000 mi US $150	Clicking noise from front brakes. Lubricated brakes. Second time repaired.
Oct 2014 84000 mi	Passenger window left track; clips or rollers at bottom of window failed. Had to replace entire window.

Lexus ES in North Carolina, United States Sep 2010 - Sep 2012
Jul 2012 84000 mi US $500	Radio would not work, had to replace amp still didn't work right, very poor service.
Sep 2012 84000 mi	Radio not working when sold.

Lexus ES in Washington, United States Oct 2010 - Jun 2016
Nov 2010 32000 mi	Passenger side window tab broken and glass dislodged. Glass and tab replaced under warranty.
Jun 2013 58000 mi	Water pump failed at 57K miles and 6 years 10 days. Replaced under "goodwill" warranty
Mar 2015 77000 mi US $1200	Replaced leaking struts and also rebuilt power steering pump

Lexus ES in Texas, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2018
Jul 2010 52500 mi	Driver's side Power window regulator was going out causing noises.
Mar 2011 67000 mi	Steering column was squeaking loudly when adjusted. Lexus lubed and adjusted
Mar 2014 100000 mi US $150	Battery died
Sep 2017 150000 mi US $1000	rack and pinion replace

Lexus ES in Alberta, Canada Jan 2010 - Dec 2015
Aug 2012 53280 mi C $1250	Nav unit "crashed", had to be replaced
Nov 2015 88040 mi C $900	A/C parts were replaced

Lexus ES in Arizona, United States Feb 2009 - Mar 2010
Mar 2009 16000 mi US $75	AC filter (paid only for parts) and evaporator changed (factory warranty).

Lexus ES in Ontario, Canada Dec 2008 - Jun 2018
Jan 2012 64480 mi	oil hydraulic line subject to recall failed prior to replacement work being done. dealer repaired but took 2 days to fix. nearly fried the engine due to being down 3 quarts of oil.

Lexus ES in North Carolina, United States Feb 2011 - Feb 2020
Feb 2014 119000 mi US $4400	oil leaking into engine, rod replaced cv joints cv joints and rod replaced as well as leak in engine
Sep 2017 184000 mi US $1400	car stopped in the middle of highway. Car dealer replaced Alternator

Lexus ES in Minnesota, United States Mar 2008 - Mar 2014
May 2009 14000 mi	transmission did not shift correctly and had to be replaced.

Lexus ES in Arizona, United States Sep 2009 - Apr 2020
Jul 2010 36000 mi	They also reprogrammed the computer for the transmission due too rough shifting.
Aug 2011 49500 mi US $200	Tire pressure monitor sensor replace.
Feb 2016 98400 mi US $76	Replaced right side CV boots, inner axle seal, and axle nut.
Oct 2017 118000 mi US $118	Drivers window off track due to bolt falling off.
Jul 2018 128000 mi US $517	Replaced left side CV boots, inner axle seal, and locking nut.
Jul 2019 134000 mi US $200	1 engine mount replaced.
Mar 2020 138000 mi US $40	Hood struts

Lexus ES in New Jersey, United States Dec 2006 - Jul 2011
Jun 2010 17000 mi	HID headlight bulb failed. Dealer replaced under warranty.