
2010 Lexus ES350
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2010 Lexus ES350 has 150 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 5.8x the segment average of 26. The most common issue is air bags problems (72% of all complaints), specifically: location: 605 north, before del amo blvd. exit. at 5 pm on september 22, 2011 i was in the extreme left lane of the freeway, next to the carpool lane. a light gray truck (with flatbed) swerved right in front of me at a very high speed. there were just a couple feet of distance between the truck an. There are 5 recalls issued for this model year.
150
Total Complaints
5
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
5.8x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
AIR BAGS
108 complaints- • LOCATION: 605 NORTH, BEFORE DEL AMO BLVD. EXIT. AT 5 PM ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2011 I WAS IN THE EXTREME LEFT LANE OF THE FREEWAY, NEXT TO THE CARPOOL LANE. A LIGHT GRAY TRUCK (WITH FLATBED) SWERVED RIGHT IN FRONT OF ME AT A VERY HIGH SPEED. THERE WERE JUST A COUPLE FEET OF DISTANCE BETWEEN THE TRUCK AN
- • THE 2010 LEXUS E35 I WAS A PASSENGER IN WAS REAR ENDED IN A MULTI-CAR ACCIDENT ON JUNE 11, 2011, ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 80 IN ROXBURY TOWNSHIP, NEW JERSEY. THERE WERE THREE CARS INVOLVED IN THIS COLLISION AND THE LEXUS I WAS RIDING IN WAS THE ONLY CAR WHOSE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. AS RESULT I SU
- • TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LEXUS ES350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIE
“LOCATION: 605 NORTH, BEFORE DEL AMO BLVD. EXIT. AT 5 PM ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2011 I WAS IN THE EXTREME LEFT LANE OF THE FREEWAY, NEXT TO THE CARPOOL LANE. A LIGHT GRAY TRUCK (WITH FLATBED) SWERVED RIGHT IN FRONT OF ME AT A VERY HIGH SPEED. THERE WERE JUST A COUPLE FEET OF DISTANCE BETWEEN THE TRUCK AN”
— NHTSA complaint filing
When Problems Appear on the 2010 Lexus ES350
Based on 38 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 16K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.
AIR BAGS
OTHER
BODY/STRUCTURE
BRAKES
SPEED CONTROL
Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.
Recalls (5)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Toyota 4Runner, 2014-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, and 2014-2017 Lexus GX460 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Toyota is also recalling certain 2011-2013 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Lexus IS250, IS350, 2011-2016 4Runner, 2011-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2011-2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, 2011-2017 Lexus GX460, and 2011-2012 Lexus ES350 vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Toyota is also recalling certain 2010-2013 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Lexus IS350, 2010-2016 4Runner, 2010-2013 Lexus IS250, 2010-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2010-2014 Lexus IS-F, and 2010-2012 Lexus ES350 vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, or replace the air bag assembly. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are "Zone A" Toyota: G0P, Lexus: GLG; "Zone B" Toyota: G0R, Lexus GLH; "Zone C" Toyota: H0A, and Lexus: HLA.
Fuel Cost Calculator for 2010 Lexus ES350
Live EIA pricesBased 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
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Estimated Insurance Cost for 2010 Lexus ES350
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Recommended Lexus ES350 Service Intervals
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
Hybrid battery is now 10yr/150K miles for 2020+ hybrids
These are the terms for a new Lexus. If you're buying a used 2010 ES350, 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
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 150 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐AIR BAGS: LOCATION: 605 NORTH, BEFORE DEL AMO BLVD. EXIT. AT 5 PM ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2011 I WAS IN THE EXTREME LEFT LANE OF THE FREEWAY, NEXT TO THE CARPOOL LANE. A LIGHT GRAY TRUCK (WITH FLATBED) SWERVED RIGHT IN FRONT OF ME AT A VERY HIGH SPEED. THERE WERE JUST A COUPLE FEET OF DISTANCE BETWEEN THE TRUCK AN
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐OTHER: THIS CONCERNS MY 2010 LEXUS ES 350, ACQUIRED NEW ON NOV. 30, 2009. ON1/23/10 I FOUND THE DRIVER FLOOR MAT LOOSE. UNDERNEATH WERE THE TWO LIGHT PLASTIC CLIPS, ONE OF WHICH (THE ONE ON THE GAS-PEDAL SIDE) WAS OUT OF ITS SOCKET ON THE FLOOR AND WAS LYING FREE ON THE FLOOR. WITH CONSIDERABLE DIFFICULTY
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐SPEED CONTROL: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LEXUS ES 350. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK WHILE DRIVING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. ON ONE OCCASION, HE ATTEMPTED TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE AT A GAS STATION BUT THE ENGINE SURGED. HE WAS ABLE TO GAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. HE CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND TH
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐BODY/STRUCTURE: 2010 LEXUS ES350. CONSUMER STATES UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED HE ENGAGED THE CRUISE CONTROL, BUT DUE TO SPEED RESTRICTIONS WHERE HE WAS DRIVING, HE APPLIED THE BRAKE AND DROVE TO THE TOP. ONCE ON LEVEL GROUND AND WITH A CLEAR LANE AHEAD, HE ENGAGED RESUME. TO HIS SURPRISE THE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 5 recalls have been completed — free at any Lexus dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Lexus ES350 — Year Comparison
How does 2010 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 150
- Recalls
- 5
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 13
- Injury reports
- 12
- Segment avg
- 26
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