2019 Lexus ES recalls
Reported Apr 10, 2019 · 564 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus ES vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a driver knee air bag assembly mounted to the lower instrument panel (IP) that may have been improperly installed, possibly affecting the deployment of the knee air bag in the event of a crash.
Risk: In the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury if the knee air bag does not deploy properly.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driver knee air bag assembly, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 8, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are KLD and KLE.
2019 Lexus ES problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 | |
| Engine | 9 | |
| Air Bags | 6 | |
| Power Train | 5 | |
| Service Brakes | 4 | |
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | |
| Structure | 3 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 3
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 2
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1
- Electrical System › Adas › Parking Assist › Sensors — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 1
- Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 11,000 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 2019 Lexus ES complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Exterior Lighting · reported Nov 6, 2026
The OEM triple beam headlights have water inside the headlight housing. This has is a very common issue with similar vehicles and has caused my light to stop functioning which is a safety hazard. Tons of people who own this vehicle with the triple beam headlights also suffer from this flaw. The headlight cannot be fixed by repairing the bulbs that stop functioning, the whole headlight must be replaced. It seems that these headlights were not sealed correctly from factory. Many owners pay to seal them if they notice the problem on time before it affects the light functionality.
Air Bags · reported Apr 29, 2026
I've had my car for 3 years now and it randomly decided to throw a SRS airbag malfunction warning that will not go away. I know most of the last gen es350 had airbag recalls but the 2019 model year really didn't and I think its something similar. The car runs fine but the fact that my airbags wont deploy because of this warning makes it very unsafe.
Back Over Prevention · at 58,968 miles · reported Apr 23, 2026
The contact owns a 2019 Lexus ES 300H. The contact stated that while starting and operating the vehicle, the display screen frequently failed to operate as intended. The contact stated that occasionally the display screen activated as needed but intermittently the screen was black. The failure occurred consistently whenever the vehicle was turned off for longer than two hours. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V744000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The dealer was notified of the failure, but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer…
Power Train · reported Mar 6, 2026
I am reporting a potential transmission issue with my 2019 Lexus ES 350. At around 70,000 miles, the vehicle began developing a whining noise at low speeds when the accelerator pedal is depressed. The noise has persisted and appears to be gradually worsening. The symptoms match numerous complaints I have seen from other owners regarding premature failure of the UA80 transmission, particularly the whining sound during low-speed acceleration. This issue began approximately one year ago and raises concerns about a possible widespread defect affecting this transmission model. I want Lexus to…
Suspension · reported Dec 26, 2025
The component that failed is the Under Engine Cross Member. This is available for inspection. My safety was put at risk due to the Cross Member being bent so much that is didn't screw back in correctly, thus could have caused the engine to have fallen out of the car or worse. The problem was reproduced at Hendrick Lexus Kansas City. This concern was confirmed by the Technician along with a video. The vehicle was supposed to had been inspected the first time at Park Lexus to certify it as a Certified Pre Owned by Lexus, 200 point inspection. After a week of me owning the car, I sent it back to…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2019 Lexus ES have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2019 Lexus ES: 19V-288 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2019 Lexus ES?
Owners report fuel/propulsion system problems most often (12 reports), followed by engine (9). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 11,000 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.