2021 LEXUS ES Problems

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AIR BAGS

25 complaints

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus ES-300H. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Dec 17, 2025

Still no parts for fix

Oct 29, 2025

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus ES 300H. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags). The contact called the dealer for over a year for parts availability updates and was informed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Sep 30, 2025

Recall on my vehicle has been out for 1.5 years. Dealer states no parts yet & that I should be fine. But I don’t feel safe if my passenger air bag won’t deploy in any emergency.

Jun 30, 2025

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus ES250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Jun 17, 2025

+ 20 more complaints for this component

STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2021 Lexus ES. While the contact's wife was driving at unknown speeds, the messages stating "vehicle notification system, a malfunction in the vehicle notification system has been detected, contact dealer", and "notification system malfunction visit your dealer" were displayed. The contact stated that the steering wheel automatically maneuvered to the left side of the lane and the contact's wife avoided a crash, however, the failure recurred and the contact's wife crashed into the rear bumper of a vehicle with the front bumper of the contact's vehicle. The contact stated that while the wife was depressing the brake pedal, it failed to respond and the contact's wife crashed into the vehicle a second time. No police report was filed. No injuries were sustained. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000.

Apr 26, 2024

Crash: 1

STEERING

1 complaint

Power steering malfunction with red steering wheel sign Car doesnot turn either side Power steering low Visit your dealer

Aug 08, 2023

4.7/5.0

66 reviews

Where to Find VIN for Problems Check

To check for problems and complaints on your 2021 LEXUS ES, you'll need the VIN number. Find your VIN in one of these 4 common locations.

Where to Find VIN Number on 2021 LEXUS ES for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports

Each character in your 2021 LEXUS ES 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.

2021 LEXUS ES VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

How to Check 2021 LEXUS ES Problems in 3 Steps

Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 2021 LEXUS ES dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

Browse owner-reported complaints organized by vehicle component (engine, transmission, brakes, electrical) to identify common issues and problem patterns for this model year.

Check Safety Issues

Review crash and fire incidents for each component to assess safety concerns. Contact your LEXUS dealer or report problems to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 2021 LEXUS ES have?

The 2021 LEXUS ES currently has 27 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 2021 LEXUS ES?

The most common problems reported for the 2021 LEXUS ES are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 2021 LEXUS ES problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 2021 LEXUS ES comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 2021 LEXUS ES?

You can report safety problems with your 2021 LEXUS ES directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 2021 LEXUS ES VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 2021 LEXUS ES reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 2021 LEXUS ES. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.