2011 Lexus LS 460 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 24, 2019 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other LS 460 years
Not enough data 7th of 11 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Lexus LS 460. That ranks 7th out of 11 LS 460 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 20%), typically at around 10,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2011 Lexus LS 460 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System1 · ~10,000 mi
Engine1 · ~48,000 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~71,000 mi
Suspension1
Unknown or Other1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System120%10,000——
Engine120%48,000——
Engine and Engine Cooling120%———
Fuel/propulsion System120%71,000——
Suspension120%———
Unknown or Other120%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2011, with 3 complaints
2011: 3201132017: 1201712019: 120191

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2011 Lexus LS 460 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 Lexus LS 460.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

I started to smell a strong fuel smell at startup inside and outside of the car. Then the fuel smell dissipate after driven.

Fuel/propulsion System · received Mar 24, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11191201

When i'm driving, especially when turning a corner, my car suddenly decelerates for several seconds even when i'm pressing the excelerator. If i needed power in a crunch situation, i would be out of luck. This mainly happens during in-town driving. I've experienced this many times but this is my…

Engine · received May 7, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 10983916

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 lexus ls460. The contact attempted numerous times to start the keyless ignition and the vehicle failed to start. When the failure occurred there was an additional remote key fob located inside the vehicle; however once the second key fob was permanently removed from the…

Electrical System · received Dec 16, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10440199

Engine went into safe mode while traveling about 65 miles an hour while pressing the gas pedal, it appears a cylinder misfired. *kb

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Oct 12, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10429570

Vibration at low speed 30 to 40 miles and hour, also vibration at 60 and above. Tires have been replaced and vibration continues. *kb

Suspension · received Oct 12, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10429571

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Lexus LS 460?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Lexus LS 460?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2011 Lexus LS 460 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other LS 460 model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.