Is the 2014 Lexus ES 300H reliable?

The 2014 Lexus ES 300H has 8 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2014 Lexus ES 300H?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (2 complaints, avg repair $500); STEERING (1 complaints, avg repair $500); FUEL SYSTEM (1 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2014 Lexus ES 300H?

No recalls have been issued for the 2014 Lexus ES 300H.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Lexus ES 300H?

The 2014 Lexus ES 300H gets 40 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1200. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2014 Lexus ES 300H?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2014 Lexus ES 300H is approximately $1,971/year (sedan-luxury class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2014 Lexus ES 300H

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2014 Lexus ES 300H has 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 8. The most common issue is electrical problems (25% of all complaints), specifically: the button to start and start the vehicle is right next to the radio button. both buttons are pushed to turn them on and off. i accidentally hit the engine start button instead of the radio button, all power to the vehicle was turned off, complete loss of power steering, brakes and engine. in order .

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 7)

ELECTRICAL

2 complaints

25%

• THE BUTTON TO START AND START THE VEHICLE IS RIGHT NEXT TO THE RADIO BUTTON. BOTH BUTTONS ARE PUSHED TO TURN THEM ON AND OFF. I ACCIDENTALLY HIT THE ENGINE START BUTTON INSTEAD OF THE RADIO BUTTON, ALL POWER TO THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF, COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER STEERING, BRAKES AND ENGINE. IN ORDER
• 2014 LEXUS ES300H. DISCREPANCY IN THE SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER SYSTEMS. *TA THE SPEEDOMETER APPEARED TO REGISTER SPEEDS TWO-TO-THREE MILES AN HOUR FASTER THAN THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN. IT WAS DETERMINED BY SETTING THE CRUISE CONTROL TO A GIVEN SPEED, THEN OBSERVING THE UNIT'S AVERAGE SPEED READOUT.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“THE BUTTON TO START AND START THE VEHICLE IS RIGHT NEXT TO THE RADIO BUTTON. BOTH BUTTONS ARE PUSHED TO TURN THEM ON AND OFF. I ACCIDENTALLY HIT THE ENGINE START BUTTON INSTEAD OF THE RADIO BUTTON, ALL POWER TO THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF, COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER STEERING, BRAKES AND ENGINE. IN ORDER ”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2014 Lexus ES 300H

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,200

Per month

$100

Per mile

10.0¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$1,200/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,231/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2014 Lexus ES 300H

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,971

Full coverage / month

$164

Liability only / year

$710

vs US avg

+18%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-luxury)1.28x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1971

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Lexus ES 300H Service Intervals

Oil change

10K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

5K mi

Brake fluid

30 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

100K mi

Spark plugs

120K mi

Cabin air filter

30K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

60K mi

Toyota Motor Corporation-recommended 10K interval with 0W-20 synthetic. Hybrid models use conventional service intervals; battery is 10-year warranty.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Lexus New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

4 yr / 50K mi

Powertrain

6 yr / 70K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

10 yr / 150K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

6 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

4 yr / unlimited mi

Hybrid battery is now 10yr/150K miles for 2020+ hybrids

These are the terms for a new Lexus. If you're buying a used 2014 ES 300H, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Lexus dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

VISIBILITY(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 8 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: THE BUTTON TO START AND START THE VEHICLE IS RIGHT NEXT TO THE RADIO BUTTON. BOTH BUTTONS ARE PUSHED TO TURN THEM ON AND OFF. I ACCIDENTALLY HIT THE ENGINE START BUTTON INSTEAD OF THE RADIO BUTTON, ALL POWER TO THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF, COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER STEERING, BRAKES AND ENGINE. IN ORDER
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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STEERING: THE BUTTON TO START AND START THE VEHICLE IS RIGHT NEXT TO THE RADIO BUTTON. BOTH BUTTONS ARE PUSHED TO TURN THEM ON AND OFF. I ACCIDENTALLY HIT THE ENGINE START BUTTON INSTEAD OF THE RADIO BUTTON, ALL POWER TO THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF, COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER STEERING, BRAKES AND ENGINE. IN ORDER
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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FUEL SYSTEM: THE BUTTON TO START AND START THE VEHICLE IS RIGHT NEXT TO THE RADIO BUTTON. BOTH BUTTONS ARE PUSHED TO TURN THEM ON AND OFF. I ACCIDENTALLY HIT THE ENGINE START BUTTON INSTEAD OF THE RADIO BUTTON, ALL POWER TO THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF, COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER STEERING, BRAKES AND ENGINE. IN ORDER
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BRAKES: THE BUTTON TO START AND START THE VEHICLE IS RIGHT NEXT TO THE RADIO BUTTON. BOTH BUTTONS ARE PUSHED TO TURN THEM ON AND OFF. I ACCIDENTALLY HIT THE ENGINE START BUTTON INSTEAD OF THE RADIO BUTTON, ALL POWER TO THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF, COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER STEERING, BRAKES AND ENGINE. IN ORDER
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Lexus ES 300H — Year Comparison

How does 2014 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

2014

8Below Average

Full years-to-avoid analysis →

NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints: 8
Recalls: 0
Fire reports: 0
Crash reports: 0
Injury reports: 0
Segment avg: 8

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