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Lexus ES 300h Safety
NHTSA safety across every Lexus ES 300h model year we cover.
Across the 7 model years of the Lexus ES 300h we cover (2019 to 2025), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2024 at 91 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2019 at 84. No recalls are on record across those years.
The Lexus ES 300h is a front-wheel-drive hybrid luxury sedan competing in the entry-to-mid luxury segment, aimed squarely at buyers who want a refined, fuel-conscious alternative to the standard ES without sacrificing comfort or brand prestige. It slots comfortably alongside rivals like the Genesis G80 and Volvo S90, drawing buyers who prioritize a calm, premium driving experience with the added benefit of hybrid efficiency.
The Lexus ES 300h achieved a notable safety record across its 2019 to 2025 model years. A standout statistic is its zero recall count for this entire six-year production window, a rare occurrence in the automotive industry. This absence of recalls, combined with its strong crash-test performance, contributed to its best NHTSA Safety Index score of 91 out of 100 in the 2022 model year, placing it in the Exceptional safety band. All covered years consistently scored within the Strong-to-Exceptional range. The vehicle's crash-test results show a perfect 5 out of 5 stars for side-impact protection. Frontal and rollover protection each earned a solid 4 out of 5 stars. While these are respectable figures for a front-wheel-drive sedan, the frontal protection score indicates room for improvement. Owner complaints totaled 39 across all model years, including 9 reported crashes and 5 reported injuries. No fatalities have been reported in the data. On the whole, the Lexus ES 300h presents a clean safety profile within its segment.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Lexus ES 300h as a polished, serene luxury sedan that prioritizes passenger comfort and a hushed cabin environment over driver engagement. Most praise the hybrid powertrain's seamless integration and the interior's build quality, while noting that the driving dynamics lean toward relaxed rather than sporty. It is consistently viewed as a sensible, well-rounded choice in the entry luxury segment.
- The ES 300h earned a best NHTSA Safety Index score of 91 out of 100 in the 2022 model year, placing it in the Exceptional band, one of the stronger results in its luxury sedan class.
- Across all model years from 2019 to 2025 that MotorCaliber covers, Lexus has issued zero recalls for the ES 300h, an unusually clean record for a six-year production span.
- Side-impact crash protection scores a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in the best available test data, though frontal and rollover protection each come in at 4 out of 5, meaning there is still a gap from a perfect overall crash-test profile.
- Owner complaints across covered years total 39, with 9 reported crashes and 5 reported injuries noted among them. NHTSA flags these as unverified allegations, and the overall complaint volume is relatively low for a model with this many years on sale.