NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Lexus ES 350 Safety Ratings
The 2022 Lexus ES 350 scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 10 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Lexus ES 350 achieved a perfect score in NHTSA's overall crash rating, complemented by a full score for its avoidance technology. This model year also stands out with zero recorded recalls. These factors contribute to its NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100, an Exceptional band score. This federal data indicates a robust safety showing for the vehicle.
The 2022 Lexus ES 350 4 DR FWD received a five-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100 based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Lexus ES 350 ranks 38 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 10.5% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 10 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 38 of 90 Sedans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Lexus ES 350?
The 2022 model year marks a meaningful step forward for the ES 350 in MotorCaliber's federal-data scoring. The Safety Index rose five points to 91 out of 100, moving the vehicle from the Strong band it held in 2021 at 86 into the higher Exceptional band. That climb is driven by a perfect avoidance-technology score of 10 out of 10, reflecting forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all listed as standard equipment, and a spotless defect record of 20 out of 20 anchored by zero recall campaigns. Crash protection contributed 61 of a possible 70 points, consistent with NHTSA awarding five stars overall and in the side-impact category, while frontal and rollover ratings each landed at four stars. The rollover risk figure of 11 percent and the No Tip dynamic result add further context to that four-star rollover score. The complaint volume of 10 unverified reports is modest for a model year of this age and carries no allegations of crash, fire, injury, or death. Taken together, the 2022 ES 350's federal safety data picture is defined by the absence of any recall action and by crash-test results that hold up across all tested categories.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Lexus ES 350 perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Lexus ES 350 achieved a five out of five star overall safety rating from NHTSA. Its side-impact protection also garnered a perfect five stars. Frontal crash protection was rated at four out of five stars. The vehicle's rollover rating was four out of five stars, with an 11 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" dynamic test result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16615
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Lexus ES 350 have any recalls?
The 2022 Lexus ES 350 has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and no park-outside or do-not-drive advisory has been issued for this model year. That clean defect record contributes directly to its perfect 20 out of 20 defect-record sub-score in the Safety Index.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Lexus ES 350?
NHTSA has logged 10 unverified owner complaints for this model year. The most frequently alleged components are Service Brakes, Tires, and Wheels, each with two reports, followed by single unverified allegations involving Lane Departure, Engine, and Seat Belts. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged in any report.
10 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Lexus ES 350?
The 2022 ES 350 has no open recalls at the time of this publication. This absence of active safety campaigns is a strong starting point for the vehicle. As always, shoppers should verify the VIN of any specific vehicle through NHTSA's recall lookup tool to ensure no new campaigns have been initiated and that any future remedies have been completed prior to purchase.
- The 2022 ES 350 is the first model year in this data set to reach the Exceptional Safety Index band, jumping five points from the 2021 score of 86 in the Strong band.
- Zero NHTSA recall campaigns are on file for this specific model year, producing a perfect 20 out of 20 defect-record sub-score in the Safety Index breakdown.
- NHTSA's side-impact test returned a peak five out of five stars, while frontal and rollover tests each returned four out of five stars, with rollover risk measured at 11 percent and a No Tip dynamic result.
- All 10 owner complaints logged with NHTSA for this model year are unverified allegations; none allege a crash, fire, injury, or death, and the highest-frequency components cited are Service Brakes, Tires, and Wheels at two reports each.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Lexus ES 350 places
The 2022 Lexus ES 350 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Lexus ES 350 safety questions
Was the 2022 Lexus ES 350 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Lexus ES 350, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Lexus ES 350 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 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 2022 Lexus ES 350 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 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 2022 Lexus ES 350?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 10 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Lexus ES 350. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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Rivals in Sedan (2022)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16615), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus ES 350 2022.
- 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 38 of 90 in the Sedan class for 2022.
- 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.