There are no safety recalls for the 2018 Lexus ES, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
2018 Lexus ES problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Structure | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 200 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 2018 Lexus ES complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Power Train · at 200 miles · reported Dec 2, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Lexus ES 350. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked abnormally. The driver was able to drive to the residence. Upon test-driving the vehicle, the contact noticed that the vehicle was hesitating and jerking. The contact stated that the vehicle made an abnormal clicking sound while driving the following day, and the vehicle later became undrivable. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an unknown dealer, where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The vehicle was not repaired due…
Air Bags · reported Jul 28, 2025
On 7/25/25, I was rear-ended while driving my 2018 Lexus ES 300h with my child in the front seat. Despite the force of impact and resulting injuries, none of the airbags deployed. Moments after the crash, a âSRS Airbag System Malfunctionâ message appeared on my dashboard. That message is now gone, but airbag and seatbelt lights remain active. I suffered knee injuries from contact with the dashboard, and my child sustained a busted lip and head pain. Iâm concerned that a malfunction in the airbag or supplemental restraint system contributed to these injuries. I have video evidence of the…
Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Sep 22, 2023
This has occurred since I purchased the vehicle new. Might happen a couple of times per month. If I slightly back off from acceleration just for a split second and then decide that I can proceed, when I go back to accelerating, the engine will have no power for 2-3 seconds and then will finally return to normal function. At the same time for seconds only, a message will appear on the dash stating that the brake and accelerator have been depressed at the same time. This all happens in a matter of seconds. And the brake has never been touched! Dealer repeating tells me that can NOT happen unless…
Structure · reported Aug 7, 2023
The Heat Shield on Exhaust becomes loose, rattles and comes off while driving. Danger to to other drives behind me. See the number of complaints over here - https://www.clublexus.com/forums/rx-3rd-gen-2010-2015/863952-exhaust-heat-shield-loose-and-rattling.html
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Lexus ES have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2018 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 2018 Lexus ES?
Owners report structure problems most often (1 reports), followed by unknown or other (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 200 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.