2021 Lexus ES350 Problems & Complaints

Better than average65% fewer complaints than a typical year of the ES350 at the same age

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2021 Lexus ES350 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 65% fewer than a typical ES350 model year at the same age, making the 2021 one of the better ES350 years. The most reported problem area is the wheels & tires (2 complaints).

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

Most common 2021 Lexus ES350 problems

  • Wheels & tires
    240%
  • Body & structure~0 miles
    120%
  • Lights
    120%
  • Driver assistance~8,000 miles
    120%

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

Lexus 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 →

2021 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 2021 Lexus ES350 a good car?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2021 ES350 rates better than average: 65% 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 2021 Lexus ES350?

The wheels & tires — 2 complaints, 40% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the body & structure (1) and lights (1).

How many recalls does the 2021 Lexus ES350 have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2021 Lexus ES350. You can still confirm with your VIN using our 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 2021 Lexus ES350 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 8,000 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.