Most common 2019 Lexus ES350 problems
Share of the 5 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 →
2019 Lexus ES350 recalls (2)
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017…
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on…
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987.
What 2019 Lexus ES350 owners say
Fuel & propulsion system
Tl* the contact owns a 2019 Lexus ES350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V012000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was called. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts would be available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Dealer has advised the consumer, vehicle is not safe to drive and has been in the garage since 3/17/20. Consumer test runs the car weekly for maintaince until parts arrive.
Tl* the contact owns a 2019 Lexus ES350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V012000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called Lexus of maplewood (3000 us-61, maplewood, mn 55109; [phone]) where it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2019 Lexus ES350 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | FWD | 22 / 33 / 26 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2019 Lexus ES350 a good car?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 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 2019 Lexus ES350?
The fuel & propulsion system — 3 complaints, 60% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the steering (1) and wheels & tires (1).
How many recalls does the 2019 Lexus ES350 have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2019 Lexus ES350, the most recent from November 4, 2020 (fuel pump). 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 2019 Lexus ES350 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 13,000 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.