2010 Lexus ES Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

No safety recalls on file

The 2010 Lexus ES has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (20 reports).

0Recalls
41Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2010 Lexus ES recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2010 Lexus ES.

Most common 2010 Lexus ES problems

Problem areas named in the 41 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags20
Unknown Or Other6
Structure6
Visibility/Wiper4
Electrical System2
Steering2
Power Train2
Suspension1
Seats1
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)1

What owners report

2026-07-29, Unknown Or Other
on the front dashboard there is a lot of oil deposit which is from the dashboard material which is reflective and sticky, this oil deposit reflects on the windshield and is making visibility hard when driving in sunlight... i have reached out to the Lexus corporate and they have indicated that the recall is over (even though i never got the recall notice. This is happening to other drivers with the same model as well.
2025-08-29, Unknown Or Other
Good afternoon, The first thing that I need to say (which will become obvious when seeing the attachments) is that I made an “extremely foolish,” decision on March 13, 2025 when I decided to purchase this Lexus 2010 vehicle from Audi Orange Park. I was without a car and had a work trip coming up and along with other distractions I most definitely was not paying attention to the “swindling” that was happening right in front of my eyes. The transaction was VERY FAST and when signing the documents the gentleman had me sign on my phone and did allow me to use the IPAD that he was using so you can imagine how difficult it was for me to possibly see anything that I was signing. YES, I WA
2025-08-21, Unknown Or Other
I have the full panoramic glass roof. The seal around the whole roof has rotted away. There is nothing wrong with the glass, but I believe the missing molding makes the glass less secure. Without the molding, rainwater is seeping into who knows what electrical components within the vehicle. Lexus will not replace the molding or the glass at their expense. This is a dangerous manufacture defect that should be repaired by Lexus.
2025-08-16, Structure
Dear NHTSA Vehicle Safety Team, I am submitting a safety complaint regarding my 2010 Lexus ES350 (VIN: [XXX] ) concerning a dashboard melting issue. Several years ago, Lexus issued a recall for melting dashboards, including my vehicle. At that time, I did not request a replacement. However, after the recall period ended, my dashboard began to melt. The material becomes sticky, shiny, and unsafe under sunlight. During daytime driving, the melted dashboard reflects sunlight onto the windshield, making it difficult and dangerous to see the road clearly. I have contacted my local Lexus dealer and Lexus corporate headquarters, but both refused assistance, citing the expired recall period. Desp
2025-05-15, Power Train
Purchased this car on [XXX] from Alpina Motors on Eastern Blvd in Maryland. In February took the car to Ron's Auto Repair, and he said that the brakes were metal on metal, so he replaced the Brakes and Rotors for $510. On [XXX] while driving on the Garden State Parkway with my [XXX] son the axle broke. Scaring me and my son because of losing control and not knowing what to do. Had to call my grandmother to get car towed and repaired at Scotts Auto in Carney's Point, NJ for $465. On 05/01/2025 I asked the dealer if he could he check my transmission fluid. He stated he couldn't because he didn't have a tool. On 05/02/2025 I took the car to Midas Auto Service on Eastern Ave in Balto. The tech

2010 Lexus ES questions

Does the 2010 Lexus ES have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2010 Lexus ES at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Lexus ES?

Based on 41 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (20), Unknown Or Other (6), Structure (6).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 Lexus ES 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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