abstract:The Lexus ES is a series of mid-size luxury sedans sold by Lexus since 1989. Six generations of the sedan have been introduced to date, each offering V6 engines and front-wheel drive.
Threeyears ago, it recalled 2007 and 2008 ToyotaCamrys and Lexus ES 350s becausetheaccelerator could stick under floor MATS, a precursor to amuch biggerrecall last fall.
The company said it would create 750 new jobs to build the LexusES, a luxury model that is based on the Toyota Camry, also produced at the Kentucky plant.
These include the family friendly Toyota Highlander crossover SUV, the budget-minded Yaris subcompact and the fuel-sipping Prius hybrid hatchback, along with the upscale LexusES 350 sedan and RX 350 crossover.