2019 Lexus Es: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2019 Lexus Es: 1 recall, 34 owner complaints and up to 44 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #19V288000 · 2019 · 564 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles are equipped with a driver knee air bag assembly mounted to the lower instrument panel (ip) that May have been improperly installed, possibly affecting the deployment of the knee air bag in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury if the knee air bag does not deploy properly.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driver knee air bag assembly, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 8, 2019.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 7 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Fuel & propulsion (12): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (6).
- Engine (9): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (6), won't start (2).
- Airbags (6): the most common themes are fails to deploy (3).
- Transmission & drivetrain (5): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), hard / delayed shifting (2).
The 2019 Lexus Es has 34 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 30 Es model years for complaints (1.5× the average Es year). Complaints peaked in 2020 (9 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 11,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (5 complaints, 0 recalls), 2020 (18 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 43 | 45 | 44 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 33 | 26 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2019 Lexus Es have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2019 Lexus Es. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2019 Lexus Es problems?
Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel & propulsion (12), engine (9), airbags (6).
What gas mileage does the 2019 Lexus Es get?
EPA ratings run up to 44 mpg combined (2.5 L, Automatic (AV-S6)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2019 Lexus Es repair manual?
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