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2017 Lexus ES350 recalls and problems

1 recall and 22 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Lexus ES350.

1
recalls
22
owner complaints
8
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

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.

2017 Lexus ES350 recalls

Steering: linkages, tie rod assembly

NHTSA campaign 17V415000 · reported June 29, 2017 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 1,761 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017 Lexus ES350 vehicles. The right-hand side tie rod lock nut may loosen over time.
The risk
If the lock nut loosens, the tie rod may separate causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lock nut and, if it is found loose, replace the lock nut, steering gear assembly, and tie rod assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 26, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is HLC.

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.

Sep 21, 2022 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 55,000 miles · crash reported

The contact owns a 2017 Lexus ES350. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the contact stated that a beeping alert sounded to notify him that he was approaching another vehicle. As the contact attempted to depress the brake pedal, the brake pedal failed and the contact rear-ended the vehicle. The air bags…

Apr 7, 2022 · Vehicle speed control · 7,500 miles · crash reported

The contact owns a 2017 Lexus ES350. The contact stated that while in reverse and slowly reversing into a parking space, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration and crashed into a tree. The contact indicated that the unintended acceleration occurred while pressing the brake pedal and also the crash…

Aug 31, 2021 · Visibility · 31,200 miles

The contact owns a 2017 Lexus ES350. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the sunroof exploded without warning. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed but not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 31,200.

May 11, 2021 · Electrical system

2017 LEXUS ES350. CONSUMER WRITES REGARDING VEHICLES SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM BEING DISCONNECTED.

Feb 16, 2021 · Unknown or other · 52,425 miles

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY IN VA AND I HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION AND I LATER FOUND OUT THE SUNROOF EXPLODED ON ITS OWN NO CARS AROUND, NO OVER PASS IT JUST EXPLODED INTO LITTLE PIECES.

ES350 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2014 12840
2015 11610
2016 12110
2017 12280
2018 2510
2019 2500
2020 1530

Across all years, the 2007 ES350 has the most complaints (539). All Lexus ES350 years →

Questions

Does the 2017 Lexus ES350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Lexus ES350, the most recent reported on June 29, 2017 (Steering: linkages, tie rod assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Lexus ES350?
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (3 complaints), followed by unknown or other (3).
How many 2017 Lexus ES350 complaints mention a crash or fire?
8 of 22 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 21, 2022.