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Lexus Ls Problems

The Lexus LS is the flagship luxury sedan that helped establish Lexus as a premium brand. With 566 total complaints across its long production history, the 2007 and 2008 model years show the highest complaint rates. Service brake problems are the most commonly reported issue, along with electrical system concerns and engine problems.

566
Total Complaints
11
Total Recalls
30
Model Years
0
Reported Deaths
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Years to Avoid

These years have significantly more complaints than average.

2008 2007 2006
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Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

1995 1996 1997

Common Problem Categories

Service Brakes 108
Unknown Or Other 62
Electrical System 56
Engine 40
Structure 38

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2025 6 2 0 0 Good
2024 0 2 0 0 Good
2023 2 2 0 0 Good
2021 6 1 0 0 Good
2020 0 1 0 0 Good
2019 2 1 0 0 Good
2018 34 2 0 0 Below Average
2016 14 0 2 0 Average
2015 6 0 0 0 Good
2014 6 0 0 0 Good
2013 16 0 0 0 Average
2012 12 0 4 0 Average
2011 24 0 4 0 Average
2010 18 0 0 0 Average
2009 46 0 0 0 Below Average
2008 110 0 0 4 Avoid
2007 114 0 4 0 Avoid
2006 52 0 18 0 Avoid
2005 12 0 0 0 Average
2004 22 0 4 0 Average
2003 2 0 0 0 Good
2002 20 0 0 0 Average
2001 6 0 0 0 Good
2000 2 0 0 0 Good
1999 6 0 4 0 Good
1998 4 0 0 0 Good
1997 2 0 0 2 Good
1996 6 0 0 0 Good
1995 4 0 0 0 Good
1994 12 0 0 0 Average

Lexus Ls Years to Avoid

2007, 2008, 2006

Best Lexus Ls Years

1997, 1998, 2000, 2003, 2019, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common problems with the Lexus LS?

Service brake issues lead with 108 complaints, followed by electrical system problems (56), engine concerns (40), and structural issues (38). The brake problems are particularly concentrated in the 2007-2008 models.

Which Lexus LS years should I avoid?

The 2007 (114 complaints) and 2008 (110 complaints) model years should be avoided. The 2006 model (52 complaints) also shows elevated issues. These years coincide with a generation change.

Is the Lexus LS reliable?

The Lexus LS generally has good reliability befitting its luxury status, though the 2007-2008 models show notable issues. Most other model years have relatively few complaints considering the vehicle complexity.

What is the best year for the Lexus LS?

Multiple years show excellent reliability with only 2-6 complaints each, including 1997, 1998, 2000, 2003, 2019, and 2023. The recent models and 1990s classics both show strong reliability records.