2021 Lexus ES Hybrid Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2021 Lexus ES Hybrid has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Forward Collision Avoidance (2 reports).

1Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your ES Hybrid?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2021 Lexus ES Hybrid recalls

Passenger Front Airbag May Fail to Deploy in a Crash

Recall 23V865Dec 20, 2023999,901 vehicles affected

A short circuit can develop in the occupant classification sensor, which may stop the front passenger airbag from deploying in a crash.

Most common 2021 Lexus ES Hybrid problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Electrical System1
Seat Belts1

What owners report

2024-09-26, Seat Belts
The contact owns a 2021 Lexus ES 300H. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH and attempting to stop, the front driver’s side seat belt failed to retract. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
2023-01-24, Electrical System
On Nov 9, 2022 I first noticed the problem. When I drove back to home Vancouver, WA from California I used cruise control all the way. I was driving at 70 and ahead of me was traffic. The car in front of me slowed down and the cruise control was on which was supposed to detect the car ahead and slowed down using the brakes but it didn’t and my rpm went high almost 4-5. I called the dealership about the incident while on the way. I was asked if there were any issues like lights, warning/message but there was nothing. I have a video about it. When I arrived home turned off the car. Woke up the next day, took it to the dealership and the car is working fine. I showed one of the service reps t

2021 Lexus ES Hybrid questions

Does the 2021 Lexus ES Hybrid have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2021 Lexus ES Hybrid: Passenger Front Airbag May Fail to Deploy in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Lexus ES Hybrid?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance (2), Electrical System (1), Seat Belts (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Lexus ES Hybrid has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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