Most common 2016 Lexus ES350 problems
Share of the 21 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Lexus ES350 complaints by model year
Best ES350 years: 2018, 2014, 2015. Years to avoid: 2007, 2008, 2011, 2009, 2010. Compare all years →
2016 Lexus ES350 recalls (1)
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota RAV4 vehicles manufactured October 30, 2015, to February 3, 2016, 2016 Lexus RX350 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2015, to February 8, 2016, and 2016 Lexus ES350 vehicles manufactured September 1, 2015, to February 29, 2016.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 4, 2016, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
What 2016 Lexus ES350 owners say
Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Lexus ES350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25-30 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to slow or stop the vehicle. The vehicle crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. There was no injuries sustained by either drivers. The vehicle was towed to an auto body shop to be repaired. Lexus of milwaukee located at 1433 w silver spring dr, milwaukee, wi 53209, [phone], was contacted by phone and questioned about possible recalls for which the vehicle might have been subjected to. The contact was informed that the vehicle had been repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 16V198000 (service brakes, hydraulic, electronic stability control) sometime in 2017. The manufacturer was not contacted or informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 24,000. …
There has been a recall on Lexus 2016 es 350 in April 2016 for the brake actuator which could cause brake pressure to fail. I have called several times the Lexus dealership in escondido, ca. Tells me....... "we don't have the parts and we will call you when we get the parts." I am driving a brand new car that does not comply with a portion of FMVSS 126, loss of vehicle stability control, increasing the risk of a crash. It is now mid August 2016. I will probably be dead if the brakes go out and I will not be able to report to you where the incident happened. What can I do to save my self and possibly others?
2016 Lexus ES350 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 21 / 31 / 24 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 Lexus ES350 a good car?
Based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2016 ES350 rates better than average: 80% fewer complaints than a typical year of the ES350 at the same age. 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 2016 Lexus ES350?
The brakes — 3 complaints, 14% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the speed control & acceleration (2) and electrical system (2).
How many recalls does the 2016 Lexus ES350 have?
There is 1 recall for the 2016 Lexus ES350, the most recent from April 7, 2016 (electronic stability control (esc)). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Lexus ES350?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2018, 2014 and 2015. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2007, 2008, 2011, 2009 and 2010. See the full Lexus ES350 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2016 Lexus ES350 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 24,000 miles; 83% 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.