2021 Lexus LS Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other LS years
- Not enough data 11th of 29 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Lexus LS. That ranks 11th out of 29 LS model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 20%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2021 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 | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2021 Lexus LS recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Lexus LS500 and 2018-2020 Lexus LS500 Hybrid vehicles equipped with the "Executive Package." The front passenger seat may have been assembled with interference between internal parts that can cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor to incorrectly detect the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: Incorrect detection of an occupant may result in improper air bag deployment during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the front passenger seat, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 24LA03.
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.
My vehicle has the V6 twin turbo engine thatâs been recalled on other years and models and was diagnosed with an internal engine failure. The mechanic at the dealership couldnât figure out the problem so an expert TAS Lexus specialist was called in and couldnât figure out the problem either…
Both headlight assemblies on a 2021 Lexus LS 500 show external lens delamination, along with visible condensation inside the sealed units. The vehicle has been garage kept, has not been involved in any accidents, and has no external damage to the headlight assemblies. The outer lens surfaces are…
I was driving and my sunroof exploded sounding like a gun shot. The sunroof shattered and was blown apart on all 4 sides. Glass fell in my face and all over me
OEM Bridgestone Turanza EL440 RFT 245/45 R20 These tires have not retained recommended air pressure for more than a few weeks at a time since new. Inspection earlier this year by a Bridgestone dealer found no problem with a tire that had lost 5 psi in a week. The tire subsequently began making a…
The car slipped because of tread wear on the inner side of all four tires. Car has manufacturer installed tires.
Other Lexus LS years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 LS | 1 | 2 |
| 2024 LS | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 LS | 1 | 2 |
| 2021 | 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 LS | 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 2021 Lexus LS?
Owners most often report engine, exterior lighting, tires problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Lexus LS?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2021 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 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.