NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Lexus ES 300h Safety Ratings
The 2019 Lexus ES 300h scores 84 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 29 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Lexus ES 300h achieved a strong foundation for its NHTSA Safety Index of 84/100, which places it in the Strong band. This model year also presents a clean recall record. These factors combine to demonstrate a well-supported safety profile for a used sedan in this segment.
The 2019 Lexus ES 300h received a five-star overall crash rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 84/100, based on NHTSA crash-test and defect data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 119 Sedans from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Lexus ES 300h ranks 60 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 84 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 10.5% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 29 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 60 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Lexus ES 300h?
What defines the 2019 Lexus ES 300h from a safety data standpoint is the combination of a spotless recall record and a strong NHTSA crash performance that together produce a Safety Index of 84/100. No prior-year Index is on file for comparison, so this score stands on its own merits rather than as a trend line. The crash-protection sub-score of 61 out of 70 is the primary driver of that 84, reflecting the five-star overall and side ratings alongside solid four-star results in frontal and rollover disciplines. The avoidance-tech sub-score of 7 out of 10 reflects forward collision warning and electronic stability control arriving as standard equipment, though lane departure warning is absent, a gap that keeps the tech score from climbing higher. The defect-record sub-score of 15.75 out of 20 reflects the zero-recall baseline tempered by 29 unverified owner complaints, with Fuel and Propulsion System allegations alone accounting for nearly half of all filed reports. For a seven-year-old vehicle, the absence of any recall campaign is a meaningful data point, and the five-star overall crash result remains the headline figure for safety-focused shoppers evaluating this specific model year.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Lexus ES 300h perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Lexus ES 300h achieved a five-star overall safety rating from NHTSA. This performance included a perfect five stars in the side-crash test. Both frontal and rollover protection were rated at four stars. The rollover risk was measured at 11 percent, with a dynamic tip result of No Tip. All crash-test categories received a rating.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14077
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Lexus ES 300h have any recalls?
The 2019 Lexus ES 300h carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns. No recall components are on file, and no park-outside or do-not-drive advisory has been issued for this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check before purchase, as recall status can change after any publication.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Lexus ES 300h?
NHTSA has logged 29 unverified owner complaints against the 2019 ES 300h. The top alleged problem areas are the Fuel and Propulsion System with 12 reports, the Engine with 8, and the Electrical System, Service Brakes, Air Bags, and Vehicle Speed Control each drawing 4 or 3 reports. These are unverified consumer allegations only.
29 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Lexus ES 300h?
No vehicle purchase should proceed without a VIN check against NHTSA's recall database. Confirming all open campaigns have been addressed by a dealership remains a critical step for any consumer.
- The 2019 ES 300h holds zero NHTSA recall campaigns, a clean defect record that directly contributes to its 15.75 out of 20 defect sub-score within the 84/100 Safety Index.
- NHTSA's side-crash test awarded this model year a perfect five stars, while frontal and rollover protection each scored four stars and rollover risk measured 11 percent with a No Tip dynamic result.
- Forward collision warning and electronic stability control are standard on this model year, but lane departure warning is listed as not available, a specific tech gap reflected in the 7 out of 10 avoidance-tech sub-score.
- Twenty-nine unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA against this model year, with Fuel and Propulsion System allegations leading at 12 reports and Engine allegations following at 8, none of which have produced a recall campaign.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Lexus ES 300h places
The 2019 Lexus ES 300h qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Lexus ES 300h safety questions
Was the 2019 Lexus ES 300h crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Lexus ES 300h, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 84 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Lexus ES 300h crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Lexus ES 300h earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 10.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Lexus ES 300h have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Lexus ES 300h as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Lexus ES 300h?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 29 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Lexus ES 300h. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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Rivals in Sedan (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Acura RLX Sport | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi Rs5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S4 | 98/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S 60d | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14077), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus ES 300h 2019.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 60 of 119 in the Sedan class for 2019.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.