Lexus LC500 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Lexus LC500, across 4 model years (2018–2021). The 2018 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.
Lexus LC500 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No LC500 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2018 LC500: 5 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2021 LC500: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2020 LC500: 1 complaint, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Lexus LC500 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Lexus LC500 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 LC500 | 1 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2020 LC500 | 1 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2019 LC500 | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2018 LC500 | 5 | 3 | — | Unknown or Other |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Lexus LC500 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2018 (5), 2021 (1), 2020 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Lexus LC500?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Lexus LC500 have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.