2014 Lexus ES350 recalls
Recall 15V-728: Forward Collision Avoidance
Reported Nov 3, 2015 · 30,812 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 19, 2012 to October 27, 2015 and 2013-2015 Lexus ES350 and ES300h vehicles manufactured June 18, 2012 to July 6, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with a Pre-Collision System (PCS) as optional equipment. In these vehicles, the PCS may unexpectedly activate and apply the brakes when the radar detects a steel joint or plate in the roadway as an object.
Risk: A vehicle that unexpectedly brakes increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain PCS components, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this campaign are F1V and F2E.
2014 Lexus ES350 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | |
| Service Brakes | 3 | |
| Engine | 3 | |
| Air Bags | 3 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Seats | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Visibility | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 2
- Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 11,214 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 2014 Lexus ES350 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Air Bags · reported Dec 14, 2021
GM is unable to provide an ETA on a replacement airbag that is under an open safety recall. It has been months since I started contacting my nearest GMC dealer and GM customer support. It is unacceptable they can immediately repair let alone being un able to even provide a time frame for the replacement airbags.
Service Brakes · reported Nov 12, 2021
Brakes, tires, transmission went out, suspension craked licking oil Car steering wheel vibration, car pulling, brakes didnât respond, i pulled to side before hitting a car Yes 2 different shops currently at express transmission Currently under inspection because of transmission going out while driving on freeway No warning lights, air bags are off I donât know why bought car 4 months ago Dealership said they maintenance the vehicle that was a lie i had it maintenance not to long ago car needed it car went out in matter of hrs not days it was hrs it never alerted me something was wrong…
Service Brakes · at 45,000 miles · reported Mar 23, 2021
Sudden unintended acceleration with braking problems. Three episodes. The first episode was a complaint to the dealer with documentation in the car's service record. The second of which was worked-up for one week by the dealer with no answers. The third episode occurred going down a parking ramp and resulted in loss of control of the car and injuries to both fenders. The car's "black box" was not activated during the last episode. The car accelerated right after it had begun moving forward. During the other episodes, the acceleration occurred right after being started. During the third and…
Air Bags · at 101,000 miles · reported Apr 14, 2020
The contact owns a 2014 lexus es350. The contact stated while driving 61 MPH, he hit a deer. The airbags did not deploy as his face hit the steering wheel. The contact stated he saw smoke from the engine compart however, no fire was seen. The contact stated he sustained head injuries however, he did not seek medical attention. The vehicle was towed to a collision center by the insurance company. The cause of the failure has not been determined by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 101,000.
Engine · at 47,000 miles · reported Mar 23, 2020
The contact owns a 2014 lexus es350. The contact stated while driving at approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed to the floor for the vehicle to respond. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle is included in NHTSA campaign number: 20v012000(Fuel system, gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered a rental vehicle. The failure…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2014 Lexus ES350 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Lexus ES350: 15V-728 (forward collision avoidance). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2014 Lexus ES350?
Owners report fuel/propulsion system problems most often (3 reports), followed by service brakes (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 11,214 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.