2020 Lexus ES350 Problems & Complaints

Better than average71% fewer complaints than a typical year of the ES350 at the same age

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2020 Lexus ES350 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 71% fewer than a typical ES350 model year at the same age, making the 2020 one of the better ES350 years. The most reported problem area is the air bags (2 complaints). One recall covers this model year.

5complaints
1recalls
3crashes
0fires
4injuries
0deaths

Most common 2020 Lexus ES350 problems

  • Air bags
    240%
  • Electrical system
    240%
  • Driver assistance
    240%
  • Other / not specified
    120%
  • Speed control & acceleration
    120%
  • Brakes
    120%
  • Seat belts
    120%

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

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Owner complaints per model year, Lexus ES350. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best ES350 years: 2018, 2014, 2015. Years to avoid: 2007, 2008, 2011, 2009, 2010. Compare all years →

2020 Lexus ES350 recalls (1)

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 20V-682 · Nov 4, 2020 · 1,525,742 vehicles

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.

2020 Lexus ES350 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
3.5L 6-cyl8-speed automaticFWD22 / 32 / 26

EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2020 Lexus ES350 a good car?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2020 ES350 rates better than average: 71% 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 2020 Lexus ES350?

The air bags — 2 complaints, 40% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the electrical system (2) and driver assistance (2).

How many recalls does the 2020 Lexus ES350 have?

There is 1 recall for the 2020 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.

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.