NHTSA vehicle safety data
2017 Lexus Es350
The 2017 Lexus Es350 has 1 NHTSA recall and 22 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Lexus dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2017 Lexus Es350, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
NHTSA #17V415000Reported June 29, 2017 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Defect description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017 Lexus ES350 vehicles. The right-hand side tie rod lock nut may loosen over time.
Safety consequence
If the lock nut loosens, the tie rod may separate causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.