NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Lexus ES 350 Safety Ratings
The 2024 Lexus ES 350 scores 90 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 9 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2024 Lexus ES 350 has no recalls on record. This absence of recalls, combined with its overall crash rating and a NHTSA Safety Index score of 90 out of 100, places the vehicle firmly in the Exceptional band for safety. The published federal data indicates a strong safety profile for this specific model year.
The 2024 Lexus ES 350 received a five-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 90 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 91 Sedans from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Lexus ES 350 ranks 48 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 | 90 / 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 | 9 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 48 of 91 Sedans tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Lexus ES 350?
The 2024 Lexus ES 350 holds its Safety Index at 90/100, matching the 2023 model year exactly and sustaining the Exceptional band for a second consecutive year. That flat movement is itself meaningful: the index held despite the vehicle entering a period when new complaint filings typically begin to accumulate. The defect record sub-score of 19 out of 20 reflects the zero-recall outcome for this specific model year, which is the single most consequential data point here. The crash-protection sub-score of 61 out of 70 aligns with the NHTSA star profile, where the five-star side result anchors the rating but the four-star frontal and rollover scores prevent a perfect protection tally. The avoidance technology sub-score is a full 10 out of 10, driven by forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all being standard equipment on this year. The nine reported complaints are modest in volume and carry no confirmed injury or fire allegations, though the air bag and lane departure categories bear watching as the vehicle ages further into the used market.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Lexus ES 350 perform in crash tests?
The 2024 Lexus ES 350 achieved a five-star overall safety rating from NHTSA. Its side-impact protection was rated perfect, earning five stars. In frontal crash tests, the ES 350 received four stars, matching its four-star rollover rating. The rollover risk was measured at 11 percent, with a dynamic tip result of No Tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19399
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Lexus ES 350 have any recalls?
The 2024 Lexus ES 350 has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and there are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as campaigns can be added after a vehicle enters the used market.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Lexus ES 350?
Nine owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2024 ES 350. The top alleged problem areas are Air Bags and Lane Departure, each with two reports, followed by single allegations involving Back Over Prevention, Seat Belts, Service Brakes, and Vehicle Speed Control. All are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
9 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Lexus ES 350?
A recall check via NHTSA's VIN-specific tool is paramount for this 2-year-old vehicle; confirm any open recall remedies have been completed by the selling dealer or prior owner. While no open campaigns are present currently, recall filings can emerge after a vehicle's initial sale.
- The 2024 ES 350 carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, the cleanest possible defect record for this model year and the primary driver of its 19/20 defect sub-score.
- NHTSA awarded this specific model year a five-star side-impact result alongside four-star frontal and rollover scores, with a rollover risk measured at 11 percent and a No Tip dynamic result.
- Nine unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year, with Air Bags and Lane Departure each appearing twice as the most frequently alleged problem components.
- The Safety Index of 90/100 did not change from 2023 to 2024, meaning this year maintained Exceptional standing rather than improving or declining, a stable but not advancing trajectory.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Lexus ES 350 places
The 2024 Lexus ES 350 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Lexus ES 350 safety questions
Was the 2024 Lexus ES 350 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Lexus ES 350, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 90 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 2024 Lexus ES 350 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 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 2024 Lexus ES 350 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 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 2024 Lexus ES 350?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 9 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 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.
Other ES 350 years
Rivals in Sedan (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Hyundai Elantra N | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19399), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus ES 350 2024.
- 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 48 of 91 in the Sedan class for 2024.
- 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.