NHTSA lists 31 complaints for the 2012 Lexus ES, 5 of them mention a crash and 1 mention a fire. 6 complaints mention an injury, with 8 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-07.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as LEXUS ES.
Complaints per 100k sold unavailable. No sales source is available for this record.
| System | Complaints | Share of this vehicle's complaints |
|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 19 | 61.3% |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 | 16.1% |
| STRUCTURE | 4 | 12.9% |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 | 12.9% |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 3 | 9.7% |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 | 3.2% |
| System | Subsystem | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE | INTERIOR PANELS | 2 |
| STRUCTURE | BODY | 1 |
One complaint can name several systems, so shares can add to more than 100 percent.
These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.
| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| restraint or airbag | 13 | 59.1% | 0.94 |
| unclear | 3 | 13.6% | 0.83 |
| loss of control | 2 | 9.1% | 0.85 |
| electrical electronic | 1 | 4.5% | 1.00 |
| fire or overheating | 1 | 4.5% | 0.98 |
| mechanical failure | 1 | 4.5% | 0.47 |
| visibility or lighting | 1 | 4.5% | 0.54 |
| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| moderate | 10 | 45.5% | 0.80 |
| low | 5 | 22.7% | 0.56 |
| high | 3 | 13.6% | 0.78 |
| none | 3 | 13.6% | 0.74 |
| critical | 1 | 4.5% | 0.65 |
Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 22 tagged complaints of 31 complaints (71.0%).
Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.
Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.
0 recalls.
0 investigations; 0 open.
43 manufacturer communications.
| System | Count |
|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT | 17 |
| STRUCTURE | 11 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| ENGINE | 4 |
| AIR BAGS | 3 |
| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 3 |
| POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| VISIBILITY | 2 |
Date: 2025-12-15. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Some 2005 a 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedure
Date: 2025-02-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Some 2010 a 2026 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgarda ?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgarda ?. The wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especial
Date: 2025-02-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Some 2010 a 2026 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgarda ?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgarda ?. The wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especial
Date: 2024-07-29. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Some 2005 a 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedure
Date: 2024-07-29. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Some 2005 a 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedure
Date: 2024-06-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Some 2005 a 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedur
Date: 2024-06-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Some 2005 a 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedur
Date: 2024-04-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer.
Date: 2024-04-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof,
Date: 2024-04-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer.
None listed.
| NHTSA model label | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ES | 31 |
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