No matched NHTSA crash-test rating is available yet. We do not assign stars from a feature count or assume an unchanged model has the same rating.
Autorrive assessment
A complete, matched NHTSA crash-test record is needed for an Autorrive score.
Additional independent testing
IIHS evaluates crash protection, crash prevention and equipment using its own tests and grading system.
A verified independent assessment is not yet included in this report. NHTSA results above remain separate from an Autorrive composite score.
Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Knee airbags Yes
Additional reported safety equipment · 4 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Parking AssistDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Oct 24, 2026.
Recalls, investigations and service information +
Open safety recalls
A current VIN-specific recall result is not available in this report. Crash-test ratings do not establish whether recalls have been repaired. Ask the dealer for the current recall status and completed repair records for this VIN.
VIN: JTHBJ46G492337241
Matched year, make and model · not VIN-specific
NHTSA investigations and service information
Defect investigations
0 NHTSA investigations found for this model year
Manufacturer communications
43 communications found for this model year
These records can include service bulletins, repair instructions, campaigns, warranty extensions, software updates and other manufacturer notices. The total is not a problem rate or reliability score.
View example records
Document 11027560
Some 2005 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This Service Bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare and treat the interior of the vehicle for odor remediation. Refer to the applicable model and model year Repair Manuals and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) website for the most up-to-date safety and precautionary guidelines. This Service Bulletin is to provide a general overview and direction for the odor remediation process.
Document 10174889
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
Document 10174888
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, PG002-90, L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003 93, and PG002-90. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1990 ? 2020 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin.
Document 10176283
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
Document 10177780
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. ST004-01, SU001-08, and L-SB-0174-08. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this service bulletin before proceeding. This Service Bulletin provides best practice procedures for vehicle pulling complaint, diagnosis, and repair for 2002 ? 2021 model year Lexus vehicles. This information supplements Repair Manual procedures when the symptoms are: ?Vehicle Pulling: The vehicle moves to the right or left when the driver holds the steering wheel while driving straight ahead without exerting steering effort. ?Steering Wheel Off Center: The vehicle travels straight, but the steering wheel is not pointed straight ahead. The vehicle is not pulling. Before repairing a vehicle pulling to one side, it is necessa
Document 10179697
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should be repaired accordingly and will be covered under warranty if applicable. Cases that are determined to be a ?seep? should be documented on the repair order and inspected at the next service interval. Follow the Repair Information in this bulletin to determine if the concern in question is a fluid leak or fluid seep and review the Repair Procedure section to address this condition.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Checked Oct 24, 2026. Records match 2009 Lexus ES, not a specific VIN.
Evidence before awards. Autorrive Top Safety Picks are evaluated within a model year and category only when sufficient comparable evidence is available. Find another safety report →
Vehicle information checked Oct 24, 2026. Model-level information is identified separately from equipment reported for this VIN.
Vehicle specifications
Specifications and features
VIN-decoded specifications
Gross vehicle weight rating
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Dealer-provided specifications
Engine
3.5L V6 DOHC 24V Dual VVT-I
Dealer-listed features 17
Fog Lights
Side-Impact Air Bags
Sunroof/Moonroof
Cruise Control
Push Start
Homelink
Keyless Entry
Power Seats
Automatic Climate Control
Heated Seats
Bluetooth
Leather Seats
Navigation System
Parking Assist
Premium Audio
Rain Sensing Wipers
Alloy Wheels
VIN-decoded details come from NHTSA vPIC. Features are listed by the dealer for this vehicle; confirm equipment with the dealer.
Exact VIN decode
Factory configuration and equipment
Series
GSV40L
Vehicle type
PASSENGER CAR
Doors
4
Engine
3.5L · 6-cylinder · V-Shaped
Engine manufacturer
Toyota
Engine model
2GR-FE
Engine cooling
Water
Valve train
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Manufactured in
MIYAWAKA, FUKUOKA, JAPAN
Source: NHTSA vPIC. Decoded Oct 24, 2026. Blank fields are omitted because manufacturer VIN reporting varies.
EPA-matched vehicle configuration
Fuel economy, emissions and ownership estimates
City
19 MPG
Highway
27 MPG
Combined
22 MPG
Fuel type
Premium Gasoline
EPA vehicle category
Midsize Cars
Fuel used per 100 miles
4.5 gallons
Estimated annual fuel cost
$3,600
Estimated monthly fuel cost
$300
Estimated fuel cost per 100 miles
$24.00
EPA five-year additional cost
$6,500
Tailpipe COâ‚‚
404 g/mile
Petroleum use
13.5 barrels/year
Matched to this vehicle's decoded configuration: ES 350 · Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L. Source: U.S. EPA. Retrieved Oct 24, 2026.
Check availability
Send your basic contact information now. Trade and financing details are optional on the next screen.
Finance and Insurance Products
This vehicle may qualify for:
Availability and eligibility vary. Ask the dealer about coverage and terms.
Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Dealer reported
Electronic stability control (ESC) Dealer reported
Brake assist Dealer reported
Traction control Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Knee airbags Yes
Seat belt pretensioners Dealer reported
Additional reported safety equipment · 22 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Parking AssistDealer listed
Anti-whiplash front seat head restraintsDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Oct 24, 2026.
Dealer-listed features 97
Fog Lights
Side-Impact Air Bags
Sunroof/Moonroof
Cruise Control
Push Start
Homelink
Keyless Entry
Power Seats
Heated Seats
Bluetooth
Leather Seats
Navigation System
Parking Assist
Premium Audio
Rain Sensing Wipers
Alloy Wheels
Interior 25
Driver seat power reclining, lumbar support, cushion tilt, fore/aft control and height adjustable control
Dual-zone front climate control
Automatic climate control
Leather steering wheel
Power tilting steering wheel
Power telescopic steering wheel
Cloth front seat upholstery
Cloth rear seat upholstery
Cabin air filter
Rear under seat climate control ducts
Rear console climate control ducts
Bucket front seats
Driver seat with 8-way directional controls
Front seat center armrest
Front passenger seat with 8-way directional controls
Driver seat with 2-way power lumbar
Front passenger seat with 2-way power lumbar
Rear bench seat
Rear seat center armrest with trunk pass-thru
Anti-whiplash front seat head restraints
Seating capacity: 5
Passenger seat power reclining, lumbar support, cushion tilt, fore/aft control and height adjustable control
Cloth door trim insert
Carpet front and rear floor mats
Genuine wood door panel insert
Exterior 15
First-row sliding and tilting glass sunroof with power 1-touch activation sunshade
17 x 7-inch front and rear silver aluminum wheels
P215/55VR17 AS BSW front and rear tires
Compact spare tire with steel wheel
Spare tire mounted under the cargo floor
4 doors
Fully galvanized steel body panels with side impact beams