There are no safety recalls for the 2013 Lexus ES, but owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA.
2013 Lexus ES problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Service Brakes | 10 | |
| Electrical System | 8 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | |
| Unknown or Other | 5 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | |
| Visibility | 3 | |
| Air Bags | 3 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 2
- Structure › Body — 2
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1
- Exterior Lighting › Hazard Flashing Warning Lights — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
- Electrical System › Instrument Panel › Speedometer/Odometer — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 45,000 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 2013 Lexus ES complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Service Brakes · reported Oct 1, 2026
Brake Master Cylinder need to be replaced due to internal malfunction. If not replaced, the master cylinder may fail and I could face a safety issue in the form of brake pedal or brake failure. The problem has been confirmed by Lexus Southwest Houston who performed diagnostic and found code C1391 to be present. The dealer cannot initiate goodwill request regarding an expired CSP despite my low mileage. I called Lexus and open a case. The case manager confirmed the code was present with the dealership who perform the diagnosis. Case manager denied goodwill based strictly on calendar expiration…
Electrical System · at 199,000 miles · reported Jul 9, 2026
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Lexus ES350. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale on Facebook Marketplace. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 127,000; however, a Carfax vehicle history reported the mileage at 199,000.
Air Bags · reported Feb 2, 2026
Lexus of Sarasota Fl confirmed a Faulty brake actuators causing brake , skid control and ABS light to come on which created an immediate and extremely dangerous driving situation as I was on an interstate highway driving at 70 mph. Itâs been confirmed that multiply Lexus models and years have had numerous brake actuator . Multiple failures have been documented yet ONLY a few were given recall status!!This is outrageous and an immediate review of this oversight needs to be addressed
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 130,000 miles · reported Jan 16, 2026
The contact owns a 2013 Lexus ES 300H. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked abnormally. The service ABS, Brakes, and hazard warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed; however, no cause for the failure was determined. An appointment with the dealer was scheduled to inspect the vehicle. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
Structure · reported Sep 4, 2025
Lexus recall 2010-2015 models because pain is peaking. My car is a 2913 es 350 and the paint is pealing but Lexus do not want to fix it. It is the same problem as the recall Lexus because paint is peaking. What can I do or what can you do
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2013 Lexus ES have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2013 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 2013 Lexus ES?
Owners report service brakes problems most often (10 reports), followed by electrical system (8). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 45,000 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.