2005 Lexus ES recalls and problems
No recalls and 59 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Lexus ES.
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2005 Lexus ES recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Description of Defect: The crankshaft pulley (harmonic balancer) experienced an adhesive bond failure between its inner hub and outer metal ring, mirroring the exact factory defect in NHTSA Campaign 11V539000 (Lexus Campaign BLG). The issue manifested directly following an air conditioning Freon recharge at a licensed…
Authorized dealership service department (Toyota West/Germain Automotive Group) performed structural repairs and released a vehicle back to me as safe. I operated this vehicle on public highways with my child. Upon subsequent inspection, the same dealership declared the vehicle a 'Total Loss' due to structural frame…
FORMAL COMPLAINT: CONSUMER FRAUD & SAFETY VIOLATION Dealership: Germain Toyota West (Columbus, OH) Case Reference: #[…] To the Consumer Protection Division: I am filing a formal complaint regarding Theft by Deception, Gross Negligence, and Reckless Endangerment by this dealership. 1. THEFT & BILLING FRAUD On Oct…
[…] : “for parts it's $375. I'll drop the labor down to $80 for $455 total…”You: “Well I already have the sway bar links but yes that's fine bro. […] : “Got it let me see if I can change the order real quick. […] : “Got it changed 👍🏽”Screenshot that whole block.Text 2 – “Good to go” / work doneFind where he talks…
passenger dash airbag is coming apart at the seems.
ES model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 0 | 27 | 8 | 5 |
| 2003 | 0 | 23 | 9 | 0 |
| 2004 | 0 | 16 | 5 | 0 |
| 2005 | 0 | 59 | 13 | 0 |
| 2006 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | 0 | 125 | 9 | 1 |
| 2008 | 0 | 68 | 7 | 0 |
Across all years, the 2007 ES has the most complaints (125). All Lexus ES years →
Questions
- Does the 2005 Lexus ES have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2005 Lexus ES as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 Lexus ES?
- Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (24 complaints), followed by vehicle speed control (15).
- How many 2005 Lexus ES complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 13 of 59 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 11 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 25, 2026.