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2021 Lexus ES

1 recalls · 27 complaints · Safety Score B

B
Safety Score
66/100
1
Recalls
27
Complaints
1
Crash Reports
0
Fire Reports

Recall History

23V86500020/12/2023
Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir...

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue to be mailed in phases through January 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.

Recent Complaints

DateComponentCrashFire
12/17/2025Air BagsNoNo
10/29/2025Air BagsNoNo
09/30/2025Air BagsNoNo
06/30/2025Air BagsNoNo
06/17/2025Air BagsNoNo
05/13/2025Air BagsNoNo
04/16/2025Air BagsNoNo
04/08/2025Air BagsNoNo
03/27/2025Air BagsNoNo
03/14/2025Air BagsNoNo

Most Complained-About Components

Air Bags25
Steering,service Brakes1
Steering1

Frequently Asked Questions

The 2021 Lexus ES has 1 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 27.

The 2021 Lexus ES has a Safety Score of 66/100 (Grade B). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).

The 2021 Lexus ES received a Safety Score of B. This vehicle has a better-than-average safety record. There are 1 crash reports on file.

Contact your nearest Lexus dealership to schedule a free recall repair. You can also check your specific vehicle by VIN at NHTSA.gov. Manufacturers are required by law to fix recall-related defects at no cost.

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Safety Score is calculated from recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash/fire reports (20%), and safety trend (10%).