The Verdict
Worst problem area
Fuel System
Fuel System leads by volume: 2 of 5 complaints (40%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 9 in 2024 to 5 in 2025.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 5
- Recall campaigns
- 1
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $1,400–$2,500
- Combined MPG
- 25–44
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | vs. 2025 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,400–2,500 | 1,400–2,500 | 1,400–2,500 | 600–700 | 600–700 | |
| Combined MPG/MPGe | 25–44 | 25–44 | 25–44 | 112–127 | 112–127 | |
| City / Highway MPG/MPGe | 22–43 / 31–44 | 22–43 / 31–44 | 22–43 / 31–44 | 118–135 / 105–118 | 118–135 / 105–118 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 201–352 | 202–352 | 200–352 | 0 | 0 | |
| Complaints filed | 11 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Lexus ES have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2025 Lexus ES?
Fuel System: 2 of 5 NHTSA complaints (40%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Lexus ES get?
EPA rates it 25–44 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Lexus ES?
EPA estimates $1,400–$2,500 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 22 mpg (low) | 32 mpg | 25 mpg (low) | $2,500 (high) | 347 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 22 mpg (low) | 31 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $2,500 (high) | 352 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 24 mpg | 33 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,200 | 320 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 43 mpg (high) | 44 mpg (high) | 44 mpg (high) | $1,400 (low) | 200 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
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- Defect
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.