2002 Lexus ES vs 2003 Lexus ES
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Lexus ES | 2003 Lexus ES |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 27 | 23 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 24 | 24 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 107,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lexus ES | Lexus ES |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 8 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 6 |
| Power Train | 5 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 3 |
| Structure | 5 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 3 |
| Steering | 2 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
2002 Lexus ES
2003 Lexus ES
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.