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2013-2020 · 8 model years

Lexus ES300H Problems by year

Owners have filed 73 complaints about the Lexus ES300H across 8 model years, and it has 3 recalls. The 2013 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (40), while 2017 has far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the brakes, followed by the electrical system.

Most complaints for its age201340 complaints · 1 recallSee the 2013
Complaints
73
Recalls
3
Crashes
15
Fires
0
Injuries
7
Deaths
0

ES300H complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20200100-A
20190100-A
20185010AirbagsC
20171000Transmission & drivetrainA
20167020BrakesC
20156110Fuel systemC
201414130Electrical systemF
201340180BrakesF

Most common ES300H problems

Lexus ES300H recalls 3

Latest ES300H complaints

2013 Lexus ES300HBrakes

The contact owns a 2013 Lexus ES300 Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a sudden and significant reduction in braking efficiency. The contact stated that the brake pedal became extremely stiff and rigid, requiring excessive force to be depressed to stop the vehicle. Simultaneously, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 127,000.

Filed Incident Service brakes, hydraulicNHTSA 11743520
2013 Lexus ES300HBrakes

Brakes malfunctioned almost resulted in a life threatening car accident. Car is at the Lexus dealership for repair. The have confirmed problem. Yes there were warning lights moments before needing the brakes and it not working whn pushed.

Filed Incident Service brakesNHTSA 11635965
2013 Lexus ES300HBrakes

While driving on the highway electronic brake boost suddenly failed, leading to brake malfunction. This is common malfunction of this model. This leads to potentially hazardous situation when in emergency or even regular traffic breaking car would not break as expected.

Filed Incident Service brakesNHTSA 11613251
2013 Lexus ES300HVisibility & wipers

Roughly 6-12 months ago the dashboard on my Lexus started to melt and become sticky, creating a glare on my windshield and impeding my ability to see the road causing dangerous situations. Both daytime and nighttime driving have been affected by this defect. I've contacted the local dealership, but they confirmed that no recalls are available and that the only solution is for me to replace the entire dash.

Filed Incident Unknown or other · Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11603755
2013 Lexus ES300HBrakes

2013 Lexus Es300h driving on [[redacted]] , I felt the brake didn't work during the street. It's hard to push the brake, and I almost hit the car in front. OMG, I was very scared. I saw an ABS brake light, and I tried to turn into a parking lot and find the nearest Pepboys in Birmingham, Alabama to inspect the system. I was informed of a problem with the Brake Booster Assembly. I'm sorry I can't afford to pay the labor, service and parts at this time. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Service brakesNHTSA 11581147
2013 Lexus ES300HElectrical systemAcceleration & cruise controlBrakes

I was driving down the highway coming up on a traffic jam put on the brakes and several warning. Lights came on the dash and my power brakes failed. I was barely able to stop the car without hitting someone. From that point forward the brakes did not work properly, the regenerative braking system did not function. also, the cruise control stopped functioning. I took the car to the Lexus dealer, they tested the car and stated it need a new brake booster brake assembly and that there was a safety warranty issue...

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that was extended out 10 years and up to 150,000 miles and although my car only had 79,000 miles on it was three months past the warranty date and the refused. They reset the car brakes apparently and I was able to drive the car for several days while I spoke with Lexus, and then the car brakes failed again.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Vehicle speed control · Service brakesNHTSA 11555537

Questions about the Lexus ES300H

Which Lexus ES300H years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2013 (40), 2014 (14), 2016 (7). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2013 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Lexus ES300H years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2017, 2019, 2020 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other ES300H years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Lexus ES300H problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the brakes (19), electrical system (13), acceleration & cruise control (12) most often.

How many recalls does the Lexus ES300H have?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls across all Lexus ES300H model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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