Lexus ES250 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Lexus ES250, across 3 model years (1995–2023). The 2023 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Lexus ES250 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No ES250 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2023 ES250: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 1996 ES250: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 1995 ES250: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Lexus ES250 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Lexus ES250 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 ES250 | 1 | 0 | 5★ | Unknown or Other | |
| 1996 ES250 | 1 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1995 ES250 | 1 | 0 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Lexus ES250 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2023 (1), 1996 (1), 1995 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Lexus ES250?
Air Bags, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Lexus ES250 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.