2013 Lexus ES300 Problems & Complaints

Better than average82% fewer complaints than a typical year of the ES300 at the same age

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2013 Lexus ES300 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 82% fewer than a typical ES300 model year at the same age, making the 2013 one of the better ES300 years. The most reported problem area is the windows, wipers & sunroof (2 complaints, typically around 4,000 miles).

5complaints
0recalls
2crashes
0fires
2injuries
0deaths

Most common 2013 Lexus ES300 problems

  • Windows, wipers & sunroof~4,000 miles
    240%
  • Brakes~11,000 miles
    240%
  • Lights~0 miles
    120%
  • Seat belts~2,000 miles
    120%
  • Air bags~2,000 miles
    120%
  • Speed control & acceleration~11,000 miles
    120%

Share of the 5 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Lexus ES300 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Lexus ES300. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best ES300 years: 2013, 1999, 2001. Years to avoid: 2002, 2003. Compare all years →

2013 Lexus ES300 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.5L 4-cyl hybridCVTFWD40 / 39 / 40

EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2013 Lexus ES300 a good car?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 ES300 rates better than average: 82% fewer complaints than a typical year of the ES300 at the same age. It is one of the best ES300 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Lexus ES300?

The windows, wipers & sunroof — 2 complaints, 40% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the brakes (2) and lights (1).

How many recalls does the 2013 Lexus ES300 have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2013 Lexus ES300. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Lexus ES300?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2013, 1999 and 2001. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2002 and 2003. See the full Lexus ES300 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2013 Lexus ES300 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 4,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.