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Lexus ES (2007–2011): what actually fails

The documented failure patterns on used Lexus ESs — the mileage window where each shows up, and what the repair typically costs at an independent shop. This is the same data NoLemon's Brief checks against every VIN.

Lexus ES
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2007–2011 TYPICAL 0k–200k MI $500–$2,000

Melting / sticky dashboard

Dashboards in hot climates turn sticky and shiny, throwing sun glare onto the windshield. Look at and touch the dash top in direct sunlight — a glossy, tacky surface is the tell. Lexus ran a free replacement program that has ended, so a new dash pad is now $1,000–2,000 out of pocket; use it to negotiate.

BEFORE YOU BUY
Ask for repair records covering this item. If it hasn't been addressed and the car is in or near the mileage window, price the $500–$2,000 repair into your offer — or make it the seller's problem.

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