There are no safety recalls for the 2007 Lexus ES, but owners have filed 125 complaints with NHTSA.
2007 Lexus ES problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Air Bags | 34 | |
| Unknown or Other | 31 | |
| Structure | 31 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 13 | |
| Engine | 11 | |
| Visibility | 6 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | |
| Service Brakes | 6 | |
| Electrical System | 6 | |
| Power Train | 4 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 13
- Electrical System › Instrument Panel › Speedometer/Odometer — 3
- Visibility › Glass, Side/Rear — 1
- Visibility › Power Window Devices and Controls — 1
- Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 1
- Structure › Interior Panels › Dashboard — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 80,123 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2007 Lexus ES complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · at 200,000 miles · reported Jun 24, 2026
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2007 Lexus ES 350. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 120,000. It was later discovered upon checking the Carfax report that the mileage was 200,000.
Electrical System · at 172,523 miles · reported Apr 9, 2026
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2007 Lexus ES350. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. The contact stated that the mileage on the title was 0 at the time of the purchase; however, the mileage was 114,536. The Carfax report indicated that the mileage was 172,523.
Air Bags · reported Nov 12, 2025
I was driving and my car has a certain jerking motion to it, as I tried to break and accelerate the car wasnât able to stop or move properly. As a result I rear ended the car in front of me. In addition to that my airbag wouldnât go off after the accident so it seems like there was a malfunction. Lexus always assured me that all system ran well and that there was nothing wrong with the car. I made all necessary repairs they told me to make a despite my questions about the car being fully functional, they still didnât warn me and told me that my car was fine every time I took it in or got…
Engine · reported Oct 14, 2025
While entering into a parking spot the car suddenly surged, went over a curb, and crashed into a store front. The driver had her foot on the brake. We checked to see if the floor mat was against the accelerator and it was not. I have a photo of the mat.
Electrical System · at 160,000 miles · reported Sep 29, 2025
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2007 Lexus ES350. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after purchasing the vehicle. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 113,000. It was later discovered that the mileage on the Title was approximately 160,000. The contact stated that the dealer informed him that the prior owner had manipulated the odometer.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2007 Lexus ES have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2007 Lexus ES as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Lexus ES?
Owners report air bags problems most often (34 reports), followed by unknown or other (31). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 80,123 miles.
Are Lexus recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lexus dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.