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Lexus Ls460l problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Ls460l from 2007 to 2010: 39 owner complaints and 8 recalls across 4 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2007 (20), 2008 (11), 2010 (7). Best fuel economy: 19 mpg combined (2010).

Lexus Ls460l
Photo: C Ling Fan from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Brakes10
Speed control / throttle6
Engine5
Electrical4
Body & structure4
Fuel & propulsion3
Transmission & drivetrain3
Fuel system3

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
200722019
200821119
20092119
20102719

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Lexus Ls460l?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2007 (20), 2008 (11), 2010 (7).

How many recalls has the Lexus Ls460l had?

Across 2007–2010, NHTSA lists 8 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).