I purchased this vehicle about a month ago and i have a problem and issue with the Gas Pedal It makes loud noise and snaps back when the foot is lifted off the gas pedal. my wife had too stop couple times on the side of the road because of that loud gas pedal snapping noises i took it back to the dealer and first they didn't care about it and brushed me off saying that's normal then i complained to the Lexus Headquarters and they said to the Wesley Chapel Lexus dealer to change the entire gas pedal assembly and they are going to replace that tomorrow but they have already told me that the noise won't go away so to me its a defective part and dangerous too drive with that Lexus should recall all Hybrid ES cars and fir the Gas pedal snapping noise issue The 2026 Lexus Hybrid ES gas pedal doesn't make that noise so if the 2026 don't make the noise then why does all the other HYbrid Es makes the snapping noises my car is 2022 Lexus Hybris ES hope to get some clarity regarding this matter soon
The worst 2022 Lexus ES problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Driver assistance2
- Tires2
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Engine1
Problems by type
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- Driver assistance2
- Tires2
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Seat belts1
- Suspension1
- Wheels1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2022 Lexus ES 37
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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- Some 2018 – 2025 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform™ 2.0 Navigation System, require a...
- Some 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a...
- Some customers may experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot...
- Some 2021 – 2024 model year ES 250 and 2022 – 2024 model year NX 250 vehicles with A25A-FKS engines may...
- The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air...
- To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to...
- The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master...
- Some 2010 – 2026 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard™. The...
2022 Lexus ES fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4‑cyl Hybrid | FWD | 43 | 44 | 44 |
| 2.5L 4‑cyl | AWD | 25 | 34 | 28 |
| 3.5L 6‑cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 |
What 2022 Lexus ES owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I am reporting a potentially serious front suspension failure involving my 2022 Lexus ES 350 with approximately 65,000 miles. The vehicle was at a Lexus dealership for service when I was informed that both front strut assemblies had sheared while the vehicle was raised on the lift. The dealership advised that the vehicle was unsafe to drive and that both front strut assemblies required replacement. The dealership has indicated that corrosion may have contributed to the failure. However, approximately 10,000 miles earlier, the vehicle had undergone service/inspection and I was not advised of severe corrosion, structural deterioration, or an unsafe condition involving the front suspension. I am concerned that two front suspension components on a relatively recent vehicle could deteriorate to the point of structural failure without prior warning. Had this occurred while the vehicle was being driven at highway speed, the consequences could potentially have been serious. The exact cause of the failure is still being evaluated. I have asked the dealership to preserve the removed strut assemblies for possible independent inspection. I am submitting this complaint so the federal safety agency can document the incident and determine whether similar front strut or suspension failures have occurred on other Lexus ES vehicles.
When i open the trunk of my 2022 Lexus ES 350 vehicle, the lid pop out and bounce back, hitting my head and causing a minor concussion and bleeding on my forehead; I believe the trunk strut was malfunctioned
Within approximately three weeks of purchasing this vehicle, the blind-spot monitoring and rear traffic sensor systems were found to be completely inoperative. All dashboard warning lights related to these systems were illuminated the night before discovery, then went dark the following morning. A subsequent inspection by a licensed Lexus dealership confirmed the failure was caused by prior undisclosed rear collision damage. Both rear blind-spot modules showed zero CAN bus communication. The following diagnostic trouble codes were confirmed: U0233, U023387, U0232, P057113, P157800, P1152A, P160400, C13807E, U0163, C142571, and B1576. The rear bumper had been improperly repaired using adhesive rather than factory fasteners. The rear lamp was barely installed and misaligned. A screw was installed in an incorrect location. The dealership noted that attempting to remove the bumper to visually inspect the blind-spot modules would cause additional damage due to the poor prior repair. The blind-spot monitoring system is a primary active safety system. Its complete failure due to concealed structural damage constitutes a material safety defect. The problem was confirmed in writing by a licensed Lexus dealer. Supporting dealer inspection documentation is uploaded.
There is already a service bulletin for the vacuum pumps on these cars, but it should be made into a recall because these pumps generate the vacuum needed by the brake system. I took it to the Lexus dealer for replacement out of warranty, which I had to pay out-of-pocket, since service bulletins only apply to cars under warranty, and they still installed another replacement vacuum pump that was impacted by the service bulletin and still had the issues. It wasn’t until a field technician came out and confirmed that they installed the old vacuum pump style (2019-2023), which was the one they should have avoided installing. Failure of this part could impact the braking system and cause an accident.
While the vehicle was parked and no one was pressing the brake pedal, the ABS actuator pump continued to run and made a constant buzzing/whirring noise. This suggests that the actuator is cycling excessively to maintain brake pressure. I am concerned this could eventually lead to loss of ABS function or reduced brake assist, increasing the risk of an accident. No dashboard warning lights are currently illuminated, but the problem happens repeatedly and can be reproduced. The vehicle has not yet been inspected by the dealer, but I am aware other Toyota/Lexus hybrid models have had similar brake actuator issues in the past.
All 4 tires showed the belts/cords in several places. Tire size: 235/45R18 . We took our car to our Lexus dealer for the 30,000 mile inspection and service. This car had the original manufacturer installed tires, with the tread wear showed that all 4 tires had more mileage remaining. The Lexus mechanic took photos of all is work, which included photos of the belts/cords actually visible in multiple spots on all 4 tires. We took one of these tires to show the Firestone dealer, but could not take all four. The Lexus dealer said it was not safe to drive this car on I95 at high speeds because a blow-out was quite possible, and our lives (and possible others)were in danger. So we bought and had installed four new tires in order to drive about 40 miles to our home. There were no warning messages about this (or any) problem. This problem can be confirmed by our dealer, Lexus of Warwick, Rhode Island. We called Bridgestone when we got safely home and were told that we had to drive the car to show the tire problem to a Firestone Service Center, but this was impossible since driving the car with unsafe tires was not reasonable. We have one bad tire we can show anyone, and the Lexus Service people can confirm that the same visible belt issue was bad on all four tires.
I had my vehicle serviced at Westside Lexus on March 20, 2024. My vehicle, a 2022 Lexus 300h F Sport, was brought in for 20,000-mile service, and not only has the issue not been resolved, but it has also led to a dangerous situation that could have resulted in serious and potentially fatal harm. To elaborate, after the service, I noticed that the car did not drive as smoothly nor sound as quiet as normal for my hybrid vehicle. I also heard noise as I entered/exited the driveway, drove over speed bumps, backed up, and exited the vehicle. This noise was similar to my experience after a prior service appointment when I noticed on the highway that my rear passenger tire was wobbly, posing a significant risk to my family’s safety and that of others on the road. As with my previous experience, I heard more noise and what sounded like loose parts after a few weeks. When I checked, my rear passenger tire was loose again. As a 15-year Toyota owner, I trusted Lexus for its reputation for safety, dependability, quality, and customer care, but this experience has shaken my confidence in your brand. For each service appointment, I consent to the recommended services. It is unacceptable for a Lexus service center to return a vehicle in a condition that is unsafe to drive. Here are the details of my service visit: · Service Date: March 20, 2024 · Work Order Number: 687595 · Vehicle Mileage: 20,105 · Description of Service Performed: 20,000-mile service and four-wheel alignment Upon discovering the issue and having Lexus Roadside Assistance tow the vehicle back to the dealership.
The contact owns a 2022 Lexus ES300 Hybrid. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the driver's side seat belt would not extend out and the driver was unable to access and latch the seat belt. The contact indicated that the failure was intermittent and during the failure, audible alarms were activated and warning messages were displayed. After restarting the vehicle the failure had self-corrected. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the seat belt assembly but the failure continued to occur. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 50.
The contact owns a 2022 Lexus ES350. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the TPMS warning light illuminated. The contact stated that when the vehicle was taken to add air to the tire with the required 35 PSI, the TPMS warning light was turned off independently. The contact stated that the TPMS warning light illuminated again and when the required 35 PSI was in the tires the warning light illuminated, stating that the tire pressure was low. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure with the sensors or tires was not determined. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer several times, where the cause of the failure was not determined; however, the dealer replaced the tire pressure sensors to indicate the tire was low at 29 PSI instead of the required 35 PSI. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 13,615.
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Questions about the 2022 Lexus ES
Is the 2022 Lexus ES reliable?
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the 2022 Lexus ES, fewer than a typical ES model year.
What is the 2022 Lexus ES year score?
The 2022 Lexus ES scores 86 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 2022 Lexus ES?
Driver assistance and stability, with 2 complaints. Next is tires (2).
How many recalls does the 2022 Lexus ES have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Lexus ES get?
Official estimates for the 2022 Lexus ES range from 25 to 44 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, FWD) gets 43 city and 44 highway.
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