2007 Lexus Es Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Lexus Es. Part of Generation 5 (XV40) — 2007–2012.

20062008
Complaints
160
per 10K Sold
19.3
US Sales
82,867
Crashes
19
Fires
1
Injuries
16
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 2007 Lexus Es Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#134 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:92,778 mi
Crash-related:2
#217 complaints

Structural Problems

Avg mileage:73,650 mi
#313 complaints

Body Structure

Avg mileage:84,200 mi
Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Lexus Es.

Airbags
34
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
92,778
Structural Problems
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
73,650
Body Structure
13
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
84,200
Wipers & Visibility
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
76,581
Engine Problems
11
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
1
Avg Miles
125,246
Headlight/Taillight Failures
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
64,957
Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
110,000
Transmission / Drivetrain
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Interior Panels:Dashboard
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Side/Rear Glass
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2007 Lexus Es — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2007 Lexus Es reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2007 Lexus Es has 160 NHTSA complaints, 19 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 34 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2007 Lexus Es?
Top reported problems: Airbags (34 complaints, avg 92,778 mi); Structural Problems (17 complaints, avg 73,650 mi); Body Structure (13 complaints, avg 84,200 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Lexus Es?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 89,031 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2007 Lexus Es?
NHTSA complaints for the 2007 Lexus Es include 19 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 16 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2007 Lexus Es have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2007 Lexus Es as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2007 Lexus Es?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2007 Lexus Es shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Lexus Es reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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