Model-year record
2019 Lexus LS
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Complaints filed
7
Reports to NHTSA, 2019
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
24.5
EPA estimate
Known issues
Fuel/Propulsion System issues lead owner complaints (29% of 7 reports), followed by power train (29%).
Share of all 7 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11322723, ODI 11374773.
Individual complaint reports(7)
Showing the 7 most recent reportsEngineDec 2023 · ODI 11561359Details +Close −
The contact owns a 2019 Lexus LS500. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle decelerated to 20 MPH and made a knocking sound. The contact was able to drive 15 MPH and pulled over off the roadway. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle, and the contact was informed that the engine was blown. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 19,000.
- Reported
- Dec 2023
- Incident date
- Dec 2023
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Power TrainMay 2023 · ODI 11520866Details +Close −
I have a 2019 LS500 I’ve been hearing noise from my tires and Also my tire shredded literally at 3k miles. It took manufacture 6 months after that to recall all 4 tires. I was very scared to drive the car. When it happened I was going 80. The car swerved all over the highway. If there had been a car near me it most likely would have been fatal. The absolute most terrifying experience I have ever been through. I feel they should have replaced all the sorry [XXX] run-flats way sooner I drive all over us. Buying this Lexus 500 LS has this far been a horrible DANGEROUS mistake. I need this problem fixed or I need my full money back. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
- Reported
- May 2023
- Incident date
- Apr 2023
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Power TrainMay 2021 · ODI 11418764 · crash · 1 injuriesDetails +Close −
The contact owns a 2019 Lexus LS500. The contact stated that he pulled into his driveway, placed the gear in park, got out of the vehicle to get something but without warning the vehicle rolled backward over the contact, dragging the contact to the end of the driveway where the vehicle crashed into the curb. No Air Bags deployed. The contact sustained an injury to the left side of his body, fractured ankle, fractured ribs left and right side of the body, laceration to the forehead. Medical attention was contacted and did take the contact to the hospital where he was treated for his injury. The vehicle was not towed. The vehicle at this time was located at the contact's residence. The vehicle body received damages to the driver-side door panel and the door. The dealer was contacted and informed of the failure however no further assistance was provided. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that no recalls were under the VIN. The failure mileage was approximately 10,200. The VIN was not available.
- Reported
- May 2021
- Incident date
- Apr 2021
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- Crash 1 injuries
WheelsApr 2021 · ODI 11412925Details +Close −
THE TIRES WORE OUT ON THE OUTSIDES EDGES WITH ONLY 15,000 MILES OF USE ON THE CAR.
- Reported
- Apr 2021
- Incident date
- Mar 2021
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Fuel/Propulsion SystemNov 2020 · ODI 11374773Details +Close −
A RECALL WAS ANNOUNCED JANUARY 13, 2020, MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER20LB01 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER20V012, AND THE RECALL STATUS SAYS: RECALL INCOMPLETE, REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE. SUMMARY THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH A LOW-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP WHICH MAY STOP OPERATING. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES MAY BE DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, AND THE ENGINE MAY RUN ROUGH. THIS MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE STALL, AND THE VEHICLE MAY BE UNABLE TO BE RESTARTED. IT IS NOW 10 MONTHS SINCE THE ANNOUNCEMENT AND LEXUS HAS NOT FIXED THE PROBLEM.
- Reported
- Nov 2020
- Incident date
- Jan 2020
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Fuel/Propulsion SystemApr 2020 · ODI 11322723Details +Close −
FUEL PUMP ISSUE IDENTIFIED IN JANUARY 2020. COULD CAUSE STALL AND ACCIDENT ON HIGHWAY. STILL NO FIX AVAILABLE AFTER 4 MONTHS. PROBABLY IN EXCESS OF 2,000,000 VEHICLES (LEXUS AND TOYOTA) AFFECTED AND REPRESENT A HAZARD ON THE ROADS OF THE US.
- Reported
- Apr 2020
- Incident date
- Apr 2020
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Service BrakesOct 2019 · ODI 11265937 · crashDetails +Close −
TL* THE CONTACT'S FATHER OWNS A 2019 LEXUS LS500. WHILE REVERSING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN IT WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED TWICE WHILE REVERSING. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TELEPHONE UTILITY BOX. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP TO HAVE THE REAR BUMPER REPAIRED. LEXUS OF THOUSAND OAKS (3755 AUTO MALL DR, THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91362, (805) 267-3400) REFERRED THE CONTACT TO THE REPAIR SHOP. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2,000.
- Reported
- Oct 2019
- Incident date
- Sep 2019
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- Crash
Recalls(1)
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Air Bags · 24V275000Details +Close −
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.
Remedy: 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.
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Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
No NHTSA crash test is on record for this year. Some vehicles and model years were not tested or do not have a published NCAP result.
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS 500h | 3.5L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S10) | 25 | 33 | 28 |
| LS 500h AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S10) | 23 | 31 | 26 |
| LS 500 | 3.4L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S10) | 19 | 30 | 23 |
| LS 500 AWD | 3.4L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S10) | 18 | 27 | 21 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2019 Lexus LS: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2019 Lexus LS?
Owners filed 7 NHTSA complaints about the 2019 Lexus LS. This is raw owner-reported complaint volume with no production or exposure normalization, so it is not a reliability score or a best/worst-year ranking.
What are the most common problems on the 2019 Lexus LS?
The most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (29% of complaints) and power train (29%).
How many recalls does the 2019 Lexus LS have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2019 Lexus LS, covering components such as air bags. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Lexus LS get?
The EPA rates the 2019 Lexus LS between 21 and 28 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.