Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2007 Lexus ES350
The 2007 Lexus ES350 has a moderate number of complaints and recall campaigns, particularly concerning airbags and vehicle speed control. While it's generally a reliable vehicle, inspect for known issues relating to these areas.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2007 Lexus ES350 has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 465 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #19V741000 Frontal Air Bag Inflators May Explode NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V006000 Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V340000 Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V388000 PEDAL ENTRAPMENT NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #07E082000 ACCESSORY FLOOR MAT NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Air Bags 189 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 126 complaints
- Structure 40 complaints
- Power Train 33 complaints
- Unknown or Other 17 complaints
- Exterior Lighting 16 complaints
Of the 465 complaints on file, 59 report a crash and 5 a fire; across all 465 complaints, owners report 47 injuries and 4 deaths (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Airbag inflator failure
How to check: Ensure recall repairs have been completed.
Accelerator pedal sticking
How to check: Ask about recall and check pedal operation.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual noises from engine.
Red flag: Loud knocking or ticking noises
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Observe dashboard for any warning lights.
Red flag: Any persistent warning lights
- 03
City driving
What to check: Test brakes for smooth operation.
Red flag: Grinding or squealing noises
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Check for smooth gear shifts.
Red flag: Jerky or delayed shifts
- 05
Cruising
What to check: Ensure steering is responsive.
Red flag: Vague or unresponsive steering
- 06
Parking
What to check: Check ease of steering maneuverability.
Red flag: Steering stiffness or noise
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Have all recall repairs been completed?
- Has the vehicle ever been in an accident?
- Are there any current mechanical issues?
- How frequently was the car serviced?
- Have you experienced any airbag issues?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Repair and service records
- Recall repair confirmations
- Vehicle history report
- Title and registration papers
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2007 Lexus ES350 at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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