- The problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- The risk
- A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
Vehicle safety record
2023 Lexus ES Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2023 Lexus ES have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in October 2025 for the display function.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical ES year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2023 Lexus ES recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Mirai, Lexus LS500, LS500H, 2023-2024 Lexus ES250, ES300H, ES350, 2024 Lexus LC500, and LC500H vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Due to incorrect programming of the parking-assist electronic control unit (ECU) software, the rearview camera image may not immediately display within a couple of seconds after the shifter is placed into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- The risk
- A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will update the parking assist ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TA01 and 24LA01.
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Lexus ES: every year compared
All ES years2023 Lexus ES vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Lexus ES | 0 | 2 | C | |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 26 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2023 Genesis G70 | 25 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 24 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2023 Cadillac CT5 | 13 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2023 Acura TLX | 12 | 4 | B | Compare |
| 2023 Genesis G80 | 9 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2023 Infiniti Q50 | 8 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2023 Audi A6 | 3 | 1 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2023 Lexus ES
Does the 2023 Lexus ES have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 Lexus ES: display function (October 2025); display function (February 2024). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2023 Lexus ES had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2023 Lexus ES a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 45 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Lexus ES year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Lexus ES years have the most complaints?
2021 (28), 2020 (18), 2016 (9). See every Lexus ES year compared.
What should I do if my 2023 Lexus ES has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data