2008 LEXUS LS
1 recalls, 59 complaints - 60 TSBs
09V020000 Jan 16, 2009
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
TOYOTA IS RECALLING 214,570 MY 2006-2008 LEXUS IS, MY 2006-2007 GS AND MY 2007-2008 LS PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ALUMINUM FUEL DELIVERY PIPES (FUEL RAILS). ETHANOL FUELS WITH A LOW MOISTURE CONTENT WILL CORRODE THE INTERNAL SURFACE OF THE FUEL RAILS. AS THIS CONDITION PROGRESSES, THE ENGINE... Read more
Consequence
OVER TIME, THE CORROSION MAY CREATE A PINHOLE RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FUEL DELIVERY PIPES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA/LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
Complaint Statistics
59 total complaints
2 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | 14 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 13 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 6 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 4 |
| ENGINE | 3 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 3 |
| POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 5, 2026
Incident date: Apr 23, 2026
brakes are bad paint and body arent in good condition have had some stalling problems
VISIBILITY/WIPER
May 5, 2026
Incident date: Apr 23, 2026
The panoramic sunroof glass on my 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid spontaneously shattered while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied in an indoor garage for approximately one week. There was no external impact, airborne object, or temperature extreme involved. The vehicle is stored in a covered underground ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
May 5, 2026
Incident date: Apr 23, 2026
The panoramic sunroof glass on my 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid spontaneously shattered while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied in an indoor garage for approximately one week. There was no external impact, airborne object, or temperature extreme involved. The vehicle is stored in a covered underground ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 14, 2026
Incident date: Jan 1, 2026
The car has a burning rubber order when driven intermittently, with smoke coming from the vents. This has been evaluated by Porsche Silver Spring 3 times June, October, November of 2025. June dealer unable to reproduce, October they reproduced it and replaced a heater. The problem has persisted b... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 11, 2025
Incident date: Apr 10, 2025
Sunshade on panoramic sunroof broke off and tore sunshade. Took it to MB service center and was told it is known issue for that model and many more with some part snapping off causing the damage and cost to repair is between 2500-3000. Have been reading online and lot of people seem to have same iss... Read more
SUSPENSION
Dec 19, 2024
Incident date: Dec 2, 2024
Vehicle experiences death wobble in the front suspension system. While driving, vehicle suddenly shakes violently and is difficult to control. Vehicle was repaired at an authorized Ford dealership in 2021 but has since experienced the same dangerous affects of death wobble. Vehicle was inspected by ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 19, 2024
Incident date: Dec 2, 2024
Every time I tow my travel trailer within 150 miles or so I will get a message that the Diesel Exhaust fluid (DEF)is low and needs to be filled soon. Within 50 miles of that happening I will get the message that the DEF is low and will be speed limited in 500 miles. When I stop and fill the DEF flui... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Nov 28, 2024
Incident date: Oct 1, 2024
The vehicle had a shudder when I first bought it and towed a boat. Around 60-70 it felt like a tire out of balance. The truck is stock no alterations. New tires and the vehicle has the same shudder. Had the tires balanced three times at different tire shops with no correction. I was getting my oi... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Nov 28, 2024
Incident date: Oct 1, 2024
Headlights on low beam have a very low distance reach. This is more apparent if you are going up or down an incline. On inclines, the Steering adaptive headlights change in such a way that you have very little distance in your sight. There is also a very sharp delineation of light vs dark at its m... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 20, 2024
Incident date: Jun 3, 2024
Bought vehicle from Joe Machens Chrysler, Columbia, MO. [XXX]. The net day after a long drive out of town, the owner put vehicle in reverse to leave home and there was an issue. The vehicle sounded like it had “run over a metal garbage can.” It vibrated the floorboard as well. It happens only w... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 20, 2024
Incident date: Jun 3, 2024
Prius Gen III has a known defect with failing Brake booster parts. In Nov 2023, while driving my 2010 Prius (~160K miles), suddenly brake, ABS, Traction control, skid indicator lights popped up on the dashboard and I have lost the ability to brake effectively. There was a brake pressure loss and ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jun 20, 2024
Incident date: Jun 3, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started to idle rough with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion into the engine. The contact was informe... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
May 2, 2024
Incident date: Jul 15, 2023
AEB warning light came on while driving and there was no object in sight.The light remained on the car was driving sporadically. Did not know what was wrong until I got home and looked at my manual. This was the 1st time it happened and it was frightening. This occurred 5/1/24.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 9, 2024
Incident date: Apr 9, 2024
I brought my car to dealership three times in two month period time. The first time was because car wasn’t starting and I need to replace spark plugs , second time was because camshaft position sensor and now the engine has failed
ENGINE
Mar 21, 2024
Incident date: Nov 19, 2022
My 2020 Toyota Corolla had a warning light turn on, on 3/20/2024. The warning read "Engine Maintenance Required". I looked up this issue and read that many people were having similar issues with the coolant bypass valve. I took my car to my local Toyota dealership and they confirmed it was the coola... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Feb 14, 2024
Incident date: Jun 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the ABS inadvertently activated while making a turn. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the ABS pump was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicl... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 12, 2023
Incident date: Dec 5, 2023
On two different occasions and in two different places my vehicle stalled.Once on a highway in a traffic jam and once coming off a highway exit on my way home. In both cases the vehicle simply lost power. It is a 2019 Pacifica Touring L. I looked it up and saw similar complaints concerning the hyb... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 26, 2022
Incident date: Oct 26, 2022
Dash board sticky and cracking. Dash feels like glue is on it and getting worst.
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 18, 2022
Incident date: Feb 24, 2022
The contact owns a 2008 Lexus LS460. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to stop the vehicle. The contact drove the vehicle off the roadway onto a grassy shoulder to slow the vehicle to prevent a crash. The contact then called the deal... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 16, 2022
Incident date: Oct 1, 2019
Hello, For over 2 years now, I have had to get oil added to my vehicle multiple times (estimated 2-3 times after my regular interval oil change of 5,000 miles. I get the warning message from the engine stating low oil. I have taken my vehicle to a Lexus dealership, Lexus of Huntsville, AL to ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jan 3, 2022
Incident date: Nov 11, 2021
Parking Break was stuck on and would not release. Owner removed spare tire and loosened parking break system, but light was still flashing. Dealer check for code and reset. The same thing happened again and the Dealer has started they’ve installed a new relay and if happens again it will be ver... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 15, 2021
Incident date: Dec 30, 2020
Car doesn’t run probably. Seat are getting ripped
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 15, 2021
Incident date: Dec 30, 2020
Car doesn’t run probably. Seat are getting ripped
POWER TRAIN
Sep 15, 2021
Incident date: Dec 30, 2020
Car doesn’t run probably. Seat are getting ripped
SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 7, 2021
Incident date: Jan 10, 2018
WHEN PRESSING THE BRAKE PADDLE, I GET A CLICKING NOISES FROM THE BRAKES. HAPPY HE ONLY HAS 80,000 MILES. DON'T KNOW IF WAS IN THE ORIGINAL RECALL FROM LEXUS BUT FOR THE COST OF A REPAIR THAT THEY KNEW WAS GOING TO. E A PROBLEM THEY SHOULD ALL REPAIRS. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND I BELIEVE LEXUS SHOUL... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Dec 2, 2020
Incident date: May 12, 2018
I NOTICE A SMALL BUBBLE SPOT ON THE BOTTOM MIDDLE FRONT PASSAGE DOOR AND UP UNTIL THANKSGIVING 2020 A HUGE RUST SPOT. THAN ON DECEMBER 1 2020 I WAS AT A STORE SAW TWO OTHER LS460 WITH THE SAME RUST SPOT MIDDLE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR. IT'S NOT EASY TO REMOVE RUST SPOT I WOULD NEED TO GET A WHOLE NEW DO... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 1, 2020
Incident date: Jun 16, 2020
BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY (IN MOTION) INTO A CITY STREET, CAR STOPPED ABRUPTLY AND WOULD NOT START AGAIN. IMMEDIATELY WARNING LIGHTS VCS, BRAKE AND ABS SHOWED ON PANEL. THE ABS CONTROL MODULE WAS REPLACED 6/25/20 COSTING ME $2,708.36 (INVOICE ATTACHED). IN MARCH (03/06/20) I PAID $2,014.96 FOR TIRES A... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jun 17, 2020
Incident date: Jun 11, 2020
WHILE I WAS DRIVING ONE DAY, MY CAR'S BRAKING SYSTEM LOSS POWER TO THE BRAKES AND I ALMOST HIT ANOTHER CAR. THE CAR BEGAN BEEPING AND WILL NOT STOP WHILE THE CAR IS ON. I SIGNED UP FOR DRIVERS.LEXUS.COM TO OBTAIN THE VEHICLE SERVICE HISTORY REPORT AND THE BRAKE ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED BACK I... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 17, 2020
Incident date: Jun 11, 2020
WHILE I WAS DRIVING ONE DAY, MY CAR'S BRAKING SYSTEM LOSS POWER TO THE BRAKES AND I ALMOST HIT ANOTHER CAR. THE CAR BEGAN BEEPING AND WILL NOT STOP WHILE THE CAR IS ON. I SIGNED UP FOR DRIVERS.LEXUS.COM TO OBTAIN THE VEHICLE SERVICE HISTORY REPORT AND THE BRAKE ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED BACK I... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
May 18, 2020
Incident date: May 18, 2020
BRAKE ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY MECHANICAL DEFECT, ISSUES WITH BRAKING SYSTEM THAT IS A WELL KNOWN CONCERN WITH SIMILAR MODELS. LEXUS OFFERED A WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM FOR PRIMARY COVERAGE BUT THAT ENDED 12/17 AND THERE IS NO COVERAGE BEYOND THAT DATE. THIS DEFECT IS A SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERN THAT PLAG... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 10, 2020
Incident date: Apr 8, 2020
AS I AM DRIVING THE VEHICLE I FEEL VIBRATIONS THEN MY DASH ILLUMINATE WITH VSC, ABS, SKID CONTROL, BRAKE LIGHT AS WELL AS THE TRIANGLE WITH EXCLAMATION. NOTIFICATIONS STATES THAT I SHOULD PULL OVER IMMEDIATELY CONTACT DEALER BRAKE MALFUNCTION. I HAVE MY TWO YEAR OLD SON IN THE CAR WITH ME. LITERALL... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 10, 2020
Incident date: Apr 8, 2020
AS I AM DRIVING THE VEHICLE I FEEL VIBRATIONS THEN MY DASH ILLUMINATE WITH VSC, ABS, SKID CONTROL, BRAKE LIGHT AS WELL AS THE TRIANGLE WITH EXCLAMATION. NOTIFICATIONS STATES THAT I SHOULD PULL OVER IMMEDIATELY CONTACT DEALER BRAKE MALFUNCTION. I HAVE MY TWO YEAR OLD SON IN THE CAR WITH ME. LITERALL... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 26, 2020
Incident date: Jan 13, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS LS460. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE VSC (VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL) WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO E... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Feb 26, 2020
Incident date: Jan 13, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS LS460. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE VSC (VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL) WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO E... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 25, 2020
Incident date: Jan 1, 2018
MY CAR IS STALLING ALL THE LIGHTS ARE ON. I WAS TOLD THAT THE RECALL WAS OUT FOR THIS ONE.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Feb 25, 2020
Incident date: Jan 1, 2018
MY CAR IS STALLING ALL THE LIGHTS ARE ON. I WAS TOLD THAT THE RECALL WAS OUT FOR THIS ONE.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Feb 25, 2020
Incident date: Jan 1, 2018
MY CAR IS STALLING ALL THE LIGHTS ARE ON. I WAS TOLD THAT THE RECALL WAS OUT FOR THIS ONE.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 25, 2020
Incident date: Feb 25, 2020
MY 2008 LEXUS LS600HL HAS A DEFECTIVE BRAKE ACTUATOR. LEXUS IS AWARE OF THE ISSUE ON THESE CARS AND PUT OUT A WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT ON THE ACTUATOR BUT ONLY FOR CERTAIN LS THAT FALL WITHIN A CERTAIN VIN# RANGE. MY VEHICLE VIN DID NOT MAKE IT INTO THE WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT BUT IS EXPERIENCING THE ISSUE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 25, 2020
Incident date: Feb 25, 2020
MY 2008 LEXUS LS600HL HAS A DEFECTIVE BRAKE ACTUATOR. LEXUS IS AWARE OF THE ISSUE ON THESE CARS AND PUT OUT A WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT ON THE ACTUATOR BUT ONLY FOR CERTAIN LS THAT FALL WITHIN A CERTAIN VIN# RANGE. MY VEHICLE VIN DID NOT MAKE IT INTO THE WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT BUT IS EXPERIENCING THE ISSUE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 15, 2020
Incident date: Jan 1, 2012
LEXUS ISSUED A RECALL FOR SEVERAL INTERIOR PARTS ON MY MAKE AND MODEL OF VEHICLE AS WELL AS OTHERS FOR SEVERAL YEARS THAT WERE MADE WITH A FAULTY INTERIOR PRODUCT WHICH ACTUALLY MELTS. THERE ARE A COUPLE OF PARTS MADE OF THE SAME MATERIAL DOING THE SAME THING THAT WERE NOT INCLUDED WHICH I BELIEVE S... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 29, 2019
Incident date: Nov 14, 2019
MY BRAKES HAVE BEEN MAKING A CLICKING AND TAPPING SOUND. THEY ALSO FEEL SPONGY AND HARD TO STOP THE CAR. I WAS DRIVING HOME AND THE DASH LIGHTS "BRAKE MALFUNCTION" CAME ON. I CONTINUED TO MY HOUSE AND UPON ENTERING MY DRIVEWAY, THE BRAKES SEEMED TO HAVE DIFFICULTY STOPPING THE CAR. UPON RESEARCHING ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 15, 2019
Incident date: Oct 11, 2018
BRAKE PEDAL MAKING STRANGE NOISE, I STOPPED AT THE DILLERSHIP-ALL MY BRAKES WAS CHANGED TO BRAND AND TOYOTA PARTS FROM. BUT THIS CLICKING IS NOT DISAPPEAR. I'M AFRAID TO DRIVE THIS CAR. PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHY DILLERSHIP CAN'T RESOLVE IT AND WHY IT'S NOT ON RECALL YET. I JUST WAS LOOK TO A REVIEW IT'... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 6, 2019
Incident date: Nov 6, 2017
THE DOOR PANELS AND DASHBOARD GETS STICKY DURING WARM DAYS. ALSO, IT HAS PEELED EASILY WHEN BARELY SCRAPED. OTHER LEXUS MODELS HAVE ALREADY BEEN RECALLED FOR SAME ISSUE.
ENGINE
Feb 8, 2019
Incident date: Feb 8, 2019
MY LEXUS LS460 SPONTANEOUSLY STARTED ON FIRE IN A PUBLIC PARKING LOT. NO WARNING LIGHTS ,NO KNOWN CAR PROBLEMS. I HAD PARKED MY CAR TO RUN INTO A STORE. WHEN I TURNED IT OFF IT MADE A LOUD REPETITIVE CLACKING SOUND. I TURNED IT BACK ON AND TURNED IT OFF AGAIN. SAME THING. I TURNED IT BACK ON AND TR... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 8, 2019
Incident date: Feb 8, 2019
MY LEXUS LS460 SPONTANEOUSLY STARTED ON FIRE IN A PUBLIC PARKING LOT. NO WARNING LIGHTS ,NO KNOWN CAR PROBLEMS. I HAD PARKED MY CAR TO RUN INTO A STORE. WHEN I TURNED IT OFF IT MADE A LOUD REPETITIVE CLACKING SOUND. I TURNED IT BACK ON AND TURNED IT OFF AGAIN. SAME THING. I TURNED IT BACK ON AND TR... Read more
Fire
SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 30, 2018
Incident date: Feb 28, 2018
ABS ACTUATOR IS MALFUNCTIONING/ DYSFUNCTIONAL. I SPOKE WITH THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THE PART WAS RECALLED.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 21, 2018
Incident date: Jan 7, 2016
I HAVE BEEN WAITING A LONG TIME TO GET THESE DEFECTIVE DOOR PANELS REPLACED ON MY LEXUS LS 460,2008 THESE PANNELS BECOME STICKY MOLTEN ,DISINTEGRATING IN SUMMER WHEN PARKED OUT DOOR
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mar 6, 2018
Incident date: Jun 30, 2016
INTERIOR DOOR PANELS AND GLOVE COMPARTMENT BECOME STICKY AND SHINY WHEN THE CAR IS IN THE SUN FOR ANY PERIOD OF TIME. LEXUS USED INFERIOR MATERIALS AND IS NOT STANDING BEHIND THEIR DEFECT. THIS REFLECTS POORLY, ESPECIALLY FOR A PRESUMABLY LUXURY BRAND.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Feb 28, 2018
Incident date: Jun 9, 2017
DRIVER SIDE MIRROR DOES NOT LOCK INTO POSITION. WHEN DRIVING, WIND CAUSES SIDE MIRROR HOUSING TO MOVE AFFECTING VISIBILITY AND CAUSING UNSAFE CONDITION.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 15, 2017
Incident date: Mar 9, 2017
DASH PANEL AND DOOR PANEL MELTING AND SHININING
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Technical Service Bulletins, 2008 LEXUS LS
60 manufacturer communications from 41 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 11 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 4 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 3 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 3 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 2 |
| 062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN | 2 |
23LE04- Multiple
Mar 2, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
DP: Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assembly are covered by Lexus?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 4 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Lexus care about the customers? ownership experience. Lexus is pro
Safety Recall 22
Apr 13, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
L-SB-0006-22
Mar 9, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: This Service Bulletin includes procedures to replace damaged or loose front carpet floor retainer(s) without replacing the carpet assembly. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to replace the loose or damaged carpet floor retai
L-SB-0004-22
Feb 24, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purp
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
200000 WHEELS
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus Safety Re
Mar 31, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
103200 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT
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
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
102400 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:LUBRICANT
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
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
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
L-SB-0028-20
Aug 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Some 2006 ? 2020 model year Lexus hybrid vehicles may exhibit an excessive buildup of dust, lint, or debris in the HV battery cooling fan or intake filter. This condition could reduce the efficiency of the HV battery cooling system.
L-SB-0028-20
Aug 4, 2020
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
TSB: Some 2006 - 2020 model year Lexus hybrid vehicles may exhibit an excessive buildup of dust, lint, or debris in the HV battery cooling fan or intake filter. This condition could reduce the efficiency of the HV battery cooling system.
L-SB-0028-20
Aug 4, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Some 2006 ? 2020 model year Lexus hybrid vehicles may exhibit an excessive buildup of dust, lint, or debris in the HV battery cooling fan or intake filter. This condition could reduce the efficiency of the HV battery cooling system.
L-SB-0028-20
Aug 4, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: Some 2006 ? 2020 model year Lexus hybrid vehicles may exhibit an excessive buildup of dust, lint, or debris in the HV battery cooling fan or intake filter. This condition could reduce the efficiency of the HV battery cooling system.
L-SB-0023-20
Jun 23, 2020
200000 WHEELS
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
Lexus Safety Re
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
L-SB-0179-17 Obs
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
L-SB-0008-20
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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,
L-SB-0016-19_Rev
Jan 15, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE January 15, 2020 Rev1: ? The Warranty Information and Repair Procedure sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in thi
L-SB-0047-19
Dec 13, 2019
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TSB: Some 2007 ? 2017 model year LS460/LS460L and 2008 ? 2016 model year LS600h vehicles may exhibit a squawk/bark noise from the brake actuator when depressing and/or releasing the brake pedal. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin
L-SB-0047-19
Dec 13, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: Some 2007 ? 2017 model year LS460/LS460L and 2008 ? 2016 model year LS600h vehicles may exhibit a squawk/bark noise from the brake actuator when depressing and/or releasing the brake pedal. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
L-SB-0001-18-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
ZLZ_Lexus POL18-
Jan 23, 2019
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Customer Support Program Bulletin: Lexus has received reports indicating that a combination of high humidity, high temperatures, and light intensity may cause the surface of the Dashboard (Instrument Panel) and/or certain interior trim pane
ZLZ_Dealer Packe
Jan 23, 2019
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Dealer Packet: January 23,2019 Lexus has expanded this Customer Support Program to include certain IS 250/350 vehicles. Lexus has received reports indicating that a combination of high humidity, high temperatures, and light intensity may ca
ZLZ_Lexus POL18-
Jan 23, 2019
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Customer Support Program Bulletin: Lexus has received reports indicating that a combination of high humidity, high temperatures, and light intensity may cause the surface of the Dashboard (Instrument Panel) and/or certain interior trim pane
L-TT-0235-17_Rev
Nov 28, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
ZLZ_Job_Aid_11.1
Nov 14, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Job Aid: CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM ZLZ. Repair Coverage for the Dashboard (Instrument Panel) and/or Certain Interior Trim Panels. Inspection Application Navigation Instructions
ZLZ-Dealer Packa
Nov 14, 2018
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Dealer Packet: November 14 , 2018 The inspection application is now available. Lexus has received reports indicating that a combination of high humidity, high temperatures, and light intensity may cause the surface of the dashboard (instrum
ZLZ-Lexus POL18-
Oct 22, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer Support Program Bulletin: Lexus has received reports indicating that a combination of high humidity, high temperatures, and light intensity may cause the surface of the Dashboard (Instrument Panel) and/or certain interior trim pane
ZLZ-Lexus POL18-
Oct 22, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer Support Program Bulletin: Lexus has received reports indicating that a combination of high humidity, high temperatures, and light intensity may cause the surface of the Dashboard (Instrument Panel) and/or certain interior trim pane
ZLZ-Lexus POL18-
Oct 8, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer Support Program Bulletin: Lexus has received reports indicating that a combination of high humidity, high temperatures, and light intensity may cause the surface of the Dashboard (Instrument Panel) and/or certain interior trim pane
ZLZ_Dealer Packa
Sep 27, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Package: Lexus has received reports indicating that a combination of high humidity, high temperatures, and light intensity may cause the surface of the dashboard (instrument panel) and/or certain interior trim panels in some of the s
ZLZ_Dealer Packa
Sep 27, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer Package: Lexus has received reports indicating that a combination of high humidity, high temperatures, and light intensity may cause the surface of the dashboard (instrument panel) and/or certain interior trim panels in some of the s
ZLG_Lexus POL16-
Jun 20, 2018
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Warranty Policy Bulletin: Lexus has received some reports where various brake system related warning lamps illuminate due to internal malfunctions of the Brake Actuator Assembly.
L-SB-0021-14_Obs
Jan 24, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0001-18.
L-TT-0237-18
Jan 16, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TT: Special Service Tools: Injector Seal Tool Sets. In the event that injector seal repair is required on vehicles equipped with a direct injection fuel system, a Special Service Tool Set is required to properly install the seal onto the in
L-SB-0179-17
Nov 28, 2017
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, and PG002-90. Service Bulletin Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01,
L-SB-0113-12_Rev
Nov 21, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 22, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2014 ? 2018 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. In the event that a Lexus vehicle becomes submerge
L-SB-0021-14 Rev
Sep 19, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Revision Notice: Applicability section has been updated to include 2016-2017 applicable model year Lexus vehicles. The Repair Procedure section, Required Tools & Equipment section, and the Repair Procedure section has been updated.
LSB008214
Oct 16, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautions
LSB002514B
Jul 7, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
LSB002514
Jul 4, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
LSB002514
Jul 4, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
LSB002114
Jun 12, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.
LSB002114
Jun 12, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.
L-TT-0007-10
Apr 29, 2014
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit) and or P0340 (Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit) due to inconsistent rational speed of the engine's crankshaft.
LSB009213B
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
220000 SEATS
Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT rec
L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
142000 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT rec
LTT014513
Nov 2, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior
LEXUS SERVICE
Feb 26, 2013
074000 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (PWS)
Fuel Delivery Pipe Replacement
LSB-0059-12
Jul 10, 2012
181000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
LEXUS: PRECAUTION INFORMATION ON REMOVAL, INSPECTION, INSTALLATION OF ACCELERATOR PEDAL SENSOR ASSEMBLY, WHICH REQUIRES NO LUBRICATION. MODELS 2001-13 CT200H, ES300, 300H, 330, 350, GS300, 350, 450, 450H, 460, GX460, 470, HS250H, IS F, IS
LSB-0029-11
May 27, 2011
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
TOYOTA: THE COOLING FAN MOTOR MAY BE INOPERATIVE WHICH CAN CAUSE ENGINE COOLANT TEMP TO INCREASE. 2007-2011 LS460. *RM
SB-0001-11 REV1
Jan 6, 2011
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
LEXUS: INFORMATION ON AN IMPROVED TRANSMISSION FLUID. *RM
05207
Sep 21, 2007
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
FLOOR MAT INSTALLATION DURING (PDS) PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE. *NJ
03307
Aug 8, 2007
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
TIRE PRESSURE WARNING VALVE/SENSOR ACTIVATION. *NJ
LEXUS LS - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the LEXUS LS across all model years (1998, 2025).
27
Total Recalls
293
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
21
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
LEXUS LS - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 3 | View |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 2021 | 1 | 5 | View |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 2018 | 2 | 20 | View |
| 2016 | 0 | 7 | View |
| 2015 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 2014 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 2013 | 0 | 8 | View |
| 2012 | 0 | 6 | View |
| 2011 | 0 | 12 | View |
| 2010 | 0 | 9 | View |
| 2009 | 0 | 23 | View |
| 2008 (current) | 1 | 59 | |
| 2007 | 1 | 58 | View |
| 2006 | 1 | 26 | View |
| 2005 | 2 | 6 | View |
| 2004 | 2 | 11 | View |
| 2003 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 2002 | 2 | 10 | View |
| 2001 | 2 | 3 | View |
| 2000 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 3 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 1997 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1996 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 1995 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1994 | 0 | 6 | View |