2016 Lexus ES Recalls
1 NHTSA safety recall on record for the 2016 Lexus ES — components, risks, and free remedies, plus how to check your exact VIN.
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 Lexus ES. It concerns the service brakes, hydraulic. Recall repairs are free at franchised Lexus dealers, and a VIN check shows which campaigns apply to a specific vehicle.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA
2016 Lexus ES recalls (NHTSA)
| Campaign # | Reported | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
16V198000 |
2016-04-07 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota RAV4 vehicles manufactured October 30, 2015, to February 3, 2016, 2016 Lexus RX350 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2015, to February 8, 2016, and 2016 Lexus ES350 vehicles manufactured September 1, 2015, to February 29, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with an ABS actuator that may have a damaged O-ring which could result in improper brake fluid pressure control during ABS, Traction Control, or Stability Control activation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems." | Contact a dealer |
Source: U.S. NHTSA recalls database. Recalls apply to specific build dates/batches — decode your VIN to confirm which apply to your exact vehicle. Last updated .
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How many recalls does the 2016 Lexus ES have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 Lexus ES, covering the service brakes, hydraulic (1).
What is the most recent recall on the 2016 Lexus ES?
Campaign 16V198000, reported to NHTSA on 2016-04-07, for the service brakes, hydraulic / antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota RAV4 vehicles manufactured October 30, 2015, to February 3, 2016, 2016 Lexus RX350 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2015, to February 8, 2016,…
How do I check if my 2016 Lexus ES has an open recall?
NHTSA tracks recalls by VIN, because a recall usually applies only to specific production dates and component batches — not every 2016 Lexus ES. Decode your 17-character VIN on VinSnap (or NHTSA's own VIN lookup) to see exactly which recalls apply to your vehicle and whether the free remedy has already been completed.
Are recall repairs free on a 2016 Lexus ES?
Yes. Under U.S. law, safety-recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised Lexus dealers, regardless of the vehicle's age, mileage, or warranty status. You should not be charged for parts or labour on an open safety recall.
What should I do if my 2016 Lexus ES has an open safety recall?
Contact a franchised Lexus dealer with your VIN and book the free recall repair. If the recall is marked "Park It" or "Park Outside", follow that guidance immediately. Keep your contact details current with the manufacturer so recall notices reach you.