NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Lexus ES 350 Safety Ratings
The 2019 Lexus ES 350 scores 84 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 33 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Lexus ES 350 has no recalls on file with federal safety regulators. This fact contributes to its NHTSA Safety Index of 84/100, placing it in our "Strong" band. While owner complaints have been registered, their validity has not been established. For a used vehicle, the 2019 ES 350 presents a robust safety profile based on the published data.
The 2019 Lexus ES 350 4 DR FWD received a five-star overall crash rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 84/100, based on NHTSA crash-test and recall 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 350 ranks 61 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 | 33 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 61 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Lexus ES 350?
The 2019 Lexus ES 350 stands out within the MotorCaliber dataset for a combination that is harder to achieve than it looks: a clean recall slate and a five-star overall NHTSA crash result arriving together in the same model year. The 84/100 Safety Index breaks down as 61 out of 70 for crash protection, 7 out of 10 for avoidance technology, and 15.5 out of 20 for defect record. That defect-record component benefits directly from the zero-recall count, which is the single most defining safety fact about this specific year. The avoidance-tech sub-score reflects a meaningful gap: forward collision warning and electronic stability control are both standard, but lane departure warning is absent, pulling that category below its ceiling. No prior-year Index is on file for comparison, so a year-over-year movement cannot be calculated. The 33 owner complaints, while unverified, concentrate heavily on the Fuel and Propulsion System and Engine, a pattern worth monitoring even without confirmed defect status. Taken together, the 2019 model year presents a strong but not perfect safety picture, with the recall-free record and top-line crash scores as its clearest strengths.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Lexus ES 350 perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Lexus ES 350 achieved a five-star overall safety rating from NHTSA. Its side protection registered the maximum five stars. Both frontal impact and rollover resistance were rated at four stars; the rollover risk was assessed at 11 percent, with the dynamic tip test showing no tip. All safety categories received a rating.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14076
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Lexus ES 350 have any recalls?
The 2019 Lexus ES 350 has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no components flagged, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive orders associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as records can be updated at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Lexus ES 350?
NHTSA has received 33 unverified owner complaints for this model year. Alleged problem areas include 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 between 3 and 4 reports. All are unverified allegations.
33 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Lexus ES 350?
As a seven-year-old model, any prospective buyer should conduct a VIN-specific recall check through NHTSA. While there are currently no recalls on file for this vehicle, campaigns can be initiated retroactively. It is crucial to confirm that any future recall remedy has been completed by a dealership prior to taking delivery.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file with NHTSA for the 2019 model year specifically, a key driver of the 15.5/20 defect-record sub-score.
- NHTSA's five-star overall rating is supported by a perfect five-star side score, while frontal and rollover each landed at four stars with an 11 percent rollover risk.
- Lane departure warning is absent on this model year, which limits the avoidance-technology sub-score to 7/10 despite forward collision warning and electronic stability control being standard.
- Thirty-three unverified complaints are logged, with the Fuel and Propulsion System alone accounting for 12 alleged reports, the highest concentration of any single component for this year.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Lexus ES 350 places
The 2019 Lexus ES 350 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Lexus ES 350 safety questions
Was the 2019 Lexus ES 350 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Lexus ES 350, 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 350 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Lexus ES 350 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 350 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Lexus ES 350 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 350?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 33 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Lexus ES 350. 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 14076), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus ES 350 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 61 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.