1999 Lexus ES300 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ES300 years
- Fewer complaints than other years 9th of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Lexus ES300. That ranks 9th out of 12 ES300 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (10 complaints, 37%), typically at around 108,700 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 3 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 27owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Lexus ES300 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 37% | 108,700 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 11% | 81,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 7% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 7% | 101,068 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 7% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 7% | 140,000 | — | — |
| Child Seat | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 4% | 85,135 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Lexus ES300 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Lexus ES300.
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NHTSA defect investigations
- Engine seizure (DP02004) — opened Apr 30, 2002, closed Jun 20, 2002.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 lexus es300. The contact was unable to turn the ignition switch and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact mentioned that the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage…
1999 lexus es300. Consumer requests information on toyota defective products *tgw the consumer stated his mother was involved in a near fatal accident and suffered injuries as a result of the accident. *jb
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 lexus es300. The contact was driving approximately 5 mph in the reverse position. When the accelerator pedal was depressed a sudden acceleration occurred causing the vehicle to crash into another vehicle. The vehicle continued to travel and crashed into a residential…
Call lexus and made complain about my car and the problems i am having getting resolution has been frustrating. They are requesting that i tow my car to the dealership before they do anything to fix my vehicle. *tr
My car accelerated without my control and all attempts to bring it to a stop by using the braking system was futile. After engaging the emergency brakes the car slowed down and stopped. Car was towed by triple aaa to ntb in alexandria va. Report the incident to toyota /lexus customer service and…
Other Lexus ES300 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 ES300 | 5 | 0 |
| 2006 ES300 | 3 | 0 |
| 2005 ES300 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 ES300 | 116 | 0 |
| 2002 ES300 | 153 | 2 |
| 2001 ES300 | 29 | 0 |
| 2000 ES300 | 56 | 0 |
| 1999 | 27 | 0 |
| 1998 ES300 | 52 | 1 |
| 1997 ES300 | 45 | 2 |
| 1996 ES300 | 37 | 1 |
| 1995 ES300 | 38 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Lexus ES300?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, power train, air bags problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 10 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Lexus ES300?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 Lexus ES300 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other ES300 model years, the 1999 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.