2009 Lexus LS Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other LS years
- Far more complaints than other years 5th of 29 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Lexus LS. That ranks 5th out of 29 LS model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (4 complaints, 31%), typically at around 73,500 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 13owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Lexus LS problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 31% | 73,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 23% | 16,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 23% | 32,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 23% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 15% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 15% | 75,540 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 15% | 86,500 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 15% | 16,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 8% | 16,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Lexus LS recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2009 Lexus LS.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
This particular model 2009 Lexus LS460 apparently has an issue with the ABS system module (ABS Brake pump actuator) and when it fails it is like a domino effect not to mention having to reprogram the cars whole computer system all over again, I researched this issue and found that the issue is…
The battery died and we have replaced it with 3 new batteries and something keeps draining the battery. We have had multiple mechanics come and try to figure out what is going on with it, checked the alternator, checked every fuse, checked everything and no one can figure it out
My wife was driving, we got check engine & VSC sign, we checked with car mechanic, who asked us to take to dealer, they diagnosed & fixed some parts & charged us around 1000.00 $, Next day she drove around 6 miles, she was ready to enter highway sign came, stop car immediately at safe place, she…
Brake shake violently when applied makes loud noises does this most times car has new brakes and rotors mechanic thinks itâs the brake actuator makes car unsafe to drive
I was driving and my steering locked up and my check VSC light came on, and check power steering system came on and told me to check with dealer.If someone can please contact me ASAP would be wonderful and appreciated..Thank you
Other Lexus LS years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 LS | 1 | 2 |
| 2024 LS | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 LS | 1 | 2 |
| 2021 LS | 5 | 1 |
| 2020 LS | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 LS | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 LS | 15 | 2 |
| 2016 LS | 5 | 0 |
| 2015 LS | 3 | 0 |
| 2014 LS | 3 | 0 |
| 2013 LS | 6 | 0 |
| 2012 LS | 5 | 0 |
| 2011 LS | 9 | 0 |
| 2010 LS | 8 | 0 |
| 2009 | 13 | 0 |
| 2008 LS | 43 | 1 |
| 2007 LS | 45 | 1 |
| 2006 LS | 17 | 1 |
| 2005 LS | 5 | 1 |
| 2004 LS | 8 | 1 |
| 2003 LS | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 LS | 7 | 0 |
| 2001 LS | 3 | 0 |
| 2000 LS | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 LS | 3 | 0 |
| 1998 LS | 2 | 0 |
| 1997 LS | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 LS | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 LS | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Lexus LS?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Lexus LS?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2009 Lexus LS a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other LS model years, the 2009 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.