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2017 Lexus ES problems

The most common problem on the 2017 Lexus ES is engine and cooling. It has fewer complaints than a typical ES model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
94/100
Owner complaints
3
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
13
Worst area
Engine
Fuel economy
40mpg

The worst 2017 Lexus ES problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Engine
    1
  • Lights
    1

Problems by type

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  • Engine
    1
  • Lights
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 2017 Lexus ES 13

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 13 bulletins for the 2017 Lexus ES

2017 Lexus ES fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.5L 4‑cyl HybridFWD403940

What 2017 Lexus ES owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 7, 2026 · MD

My car was not really hired just front bumper cover was and number plate was damaged

Filed Sep 11, 2025 · Engine · GA

I have purchased two Lexus ES350s--a 2007 and a 2017. Both cars have been serviced at Lexus of Atlanta and both have had transmission failure. On August 28, 2025, after my car passed emissions and had just been serviced a month prior at the dealership, my car abruptly jumped and stalled, and the "Traction Control" message popped up. This was extremely scary as I was driving in Atlanta traffic. I immediately had it towed to Lexus of Atlanta. I received a call from my Service Advisor with whom I have worked for many years and he said it is my transmission and quoted me $10,000+. He also had zero empathy, could not tell me why my car all of the sudden "died" and essentially said, "these things happen and it is what it is." Those were actually his exact words. No one can explain why the transmission failed when I have had the car serviced routinely by the dealership from where the car was purchased. I just had the car serviced in July. I had no indication that the car was malfunctioning. I am unsure if the transmissions need to be recalled but this is a serious safety concern.

Filed Nov 29, 2023 · Lights · SC

The automatic headlights are giving me issues and not wanting to come on and off properly along with the auto high beams

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Questions about the 2017 Lexus ES

Is the 2017 Lexus ES reliable?

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2017 Lexus ES, fewer than a typical ES model year.

What is the 2017 Lexus ES year score?

The 2017 Lexus ES scores 94 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Lexus ES: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Lexus ES?

Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint. Next is lights (1).

How many recalls does the 2017 Lexus ES have?

No recalls on record.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Lexus ES get?

Official estimates for the 2017 Lexus ES range from 40 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, FWD) gets 40 city and 39 highway.

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