2017 Lexus ES Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2017 Lexus ES recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2017 Lexus ES.

Most common 2017 Lexus ES problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Exterior Lighting	1
Engine	1
Unknown Or Other	1

What owners report

2026-10-07, Unknown Or Other
My car was not really hired just front bumper cover was and number plate was damaged

2025-09-11, Engine
I have purchased two Lexus ES350s--a 2007 and a 2017. Both cars have been serviced at Lexus of Atlanta and both have had transmission failure. On August 28, 2025, after my car passed emissions and had just been serviced a month prior at the dealership, my car abruptly jumped and stalled, and the "Traction Control" message popped up. This was extremely scary as I was driving in Atlanta traffic. I immediately had it towed to Lexus of Atlanta. I received a call from my Service Advisor with whom I have worked for many years and he said it is my transmission and quoted me $10,000+. He also had zero empathy, could not tell me why my car all of the sudden "died" and essentially said, "these things

2023-11-29, Exterior Lighting
The automatic headlights are giving me issues and not wanting to come on and off properly along with the auto high beams

2017 Lexus ES questions

Does the 2017 Lexus ES have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2017 Lexus ES at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Lexus ES?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (1), Engine (1), Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.