2007 Lexus ES 350: problems, recalls and reliability
0 recalls and 74 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is air bags (88% of complaints).
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0
recalls
74
owner complaints
1
fire reports
95,000
typical failure mileage, mi
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
No recall campaignsProblems tend to appear late (median 95,000 mi)Weak spot: air bags (88%)1 fire report
Common problems
Computed from 74 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
Air Bags (airbags and crash sensors)88% · 61 complaints
Structure (body, frame, doors, rust)7% · 5 complaints
Suspension (shocks, springs, ride quality)1% · 1 complaint
Visibility/Wiper (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)1% · 1 complaint
Exterior Lighting (headlights, taillights)1% · 1 complaint
“The contact owns a 2007 Lexus ES350. The contact stated that the dashboard was sticky with a glare coming from the dashboard. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was unavailable.”Owner report · Structure · Jun 2021
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 lexus es 350. The contact stated that the dashboard was melting and created a blinding glare that could cause a crash. The vehicle was taken to prestige lexus of ramsey (1000 nj-17, ramsey, nj 07446, (855) 484-6393), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact also received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v340000 (air bags). The failure mileage was 90,000.”Owner report · Air Bags · Aug 2018
“The dasboard is melting severely which causes a bright glare day and night, causing visibility and safety concerns. There is also a very obnoxious smell to it. I bought this car used and didn't notice the issue at the time. Lexus should just own up to it and replace the dash no matter how old the car is since it is a safety hazard to me and others on the road. I personally try not to drive during the daytime when its the worst but thats not always feasible.”Owner report · Visibility/Wiper · Jul 2018
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“I have a family of five and have not been able to use my vehicle to take my whole family anywhere for almost a year now. Any time I have a passenger I have to ask that they sit in the back seat. The dealership was supposed to contact me to determine airbag replacement date and provide a loaner car if they could not replace the airbag in a timely manner. I have not been able to get through to the dealership and have not received a return call. I feel I have been patient but this has become a burden on me and my family and I would like the airbag to be fixed as soon as possible so I can use my vehicle as a family car as intended.”Owner report · Air Bags · Feb 2018
“Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly. While driving the vehicle the front right passenger side shakes as if something's loose while driving”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Jan 2018
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 lexus es 350. The contact stated that the dashboard on the passenger side began to melt. The local dealer (jm lexus, 5350 w sample road, margate, fl 33073) was contacted and informed the contact that a diagnostic test needed to be scheduled. The contact did not schedule an appointment. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.”Owner report · Structure · Dec 2017
“My wife involved an accident when she was driving crossing an intersection in the city of pomona, ca. She was impacted by the crossing car on the driver's front and side plus the left rear passenger's side right behind the driver. The car was totaled, but none of the front and side airbags were deployed during the impact, which caused the left clavicle bone fracture, head injuries, and leg injuries to my wife. The car was confirmed to equip with side curtain airbags, and knee airbags.”Owner report · Air Bags · Aug 2017
“Takata recall dealership said they have no idea when replacement airbags are coming......tjhey did not evenoffer a guess,,,,what am I supposssed to do???”Owner report · Air Bags · Jul 2017
“Have contacted lexus of louisville, ky numerous times since 6-1-17 and they are dragging their feet, telling me they don't have the parts to repair my car. This is an active safety recall and a danger to me as I have to use this vehicle.0”Owner report · Air Bags · May 2017
“The defect has been identified for over two years. However, takata and lexus have failed to produce a correction. I have a 2014 acura rdx with a takata air bag issue as well, it has been corrected. The delay on the lexus is unacceptable.”Owner report · Air Bags · May 2017
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 2 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
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Is the 2007 Lexus ES 350 reliable?
NHTSA has 74 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on record for the 2007 Lexus ES 350. The most complained-about area is air bags (88% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2007 Lexus ES 350 problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 95,000 miles or less.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.