2007 Lexus LS460L Problems
- Complaints
- 20filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 52,500miles, 18 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 4.6L 8-cyl RWD · 16 city / 24 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2007 Lexus LS460L (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 20 consumer complaints for the 2007 Lexus LS460L. The part named most often is brakes, with 7 complaints (35% of the total), followed by fuel system (5) and electrical system (3). 18 of the complaints include a mileage, and 44% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 52,500 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 9 technical service bulletins for this model year. Fuel system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the hoses, lines/piping, and fittings filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes7 35%
- Fuel system5 25%
- Electrical system3 15%
- Engine3 15%
- Engine cooling1 5.0%
- Other or unknown1 5.0%
- Seat belts1 5.0%
Also reported: Body and structure (1), Suspension (1), Tires (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “During low speed braking. There is a buzzing noise/vibration coming from the brake pedal and engine compartment. I am pretty certain, but not 100% that when this noise is present, my braking ability is diminished. It is a very unsettling feeling when it does happen and it seems to be happening with greater frequency.”
NHTSA complaint #10651178, filed 2014-10, 95,000 milesFuel system: “I have a Lexus ls 460l and have received a safety recall notice from Lexus regarding valve spring replacement. The dealer cannot take care of it until 1/24/11. I called the Lexus hotline for assurance that there are no safety issues with the car between now and then and they said they could not give me that assurance. I am supposed to drive to charlotte, nc next week from washington, dc and I asked them if I'd be ok in the car. Again, they said they could not provide assurances. So I guess I have a car that they cannot tell me can be safely used until after 1/24/11. …”
NHTSA complaint #10367787, filed 2010-11, 19,995 milesElectrical system: “The contact owns a 2007 Lexus ls 460l. The contact stated that the vehicle emitted a strong fuel odor, and the vehicle variable gear ratio system and virtual station system lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not taken to have a diagnostic test performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 22,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11350659, filed 2020-08, 22,000 milesEngine: “This model hesitates in changing (hunting) gears on hard accelerations. Three times I have been in near accidents on merging into freeways, changing lanes from a straight path or from corner turns. The car responds very slow on hard acceleration. The web is full of similar incidents with this model car. I suspect it has something to do with Lexus' eight speed transmission and how their software is integrated with the powertrain. Lexus had a fix for this problem but did not quite fix it completely and they insist the car is working as designed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10513063, filed 2013-05, 2,060 milesMileage when problems were reported
44% of the 18 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 22,000 and 73,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2007 Lexus LS460L version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS 460 L RWD | 4.6L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,350 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 14V647000Oct 15, 2014Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Lexus LS460L 2007–2010, IS 350 2006–2011, IS 250 2006–2010 +10 more
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Lexus LS vehicles manufactured May 9, 2006, to July 20, 2010, 2006-2011 Lexus GS vehicles manufactured January 6, 2005, to September 10, 2010, and 2006-2011 Lexus IS…
- 10V309000Jul 6, 2010Engine and engine cooling › EngineCovers: Lexus LS460L 2007–2008, IS 350 2006–2008, GS 350 2007–2008 +4 more
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2008 lexus passenger cars manufactured from august 26, 2005 through august 4, 2008. Micro-foreign objects in the material of the valve spring may degrade the strength of the valve spring, possibly causing…
Recall details for the 2007 Lexus LS460L → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 9 on record; the latest 9 are shown.
- 10214355Apr 13, 2022Equipment. Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
- 10207945Jan 12, 2022Tires, Wheels, Equipment. POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of…
- 10190468Mar 31, 2021Air bags. Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
- 10176283May 1, 2020Equipment. Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
- 10205383Nov 2, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior
- 10025982Jul 16, 2012Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Lexus: engine control: some vehicles may exhibit a hesitation on acceleration and in some cases set diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p2119 (throttle actuator control throttle body range/performance)…
- 10054797Nov 10, 2011Seats, Equipment. Lexus: information regarding the seat cover replacement, equipped with side air bags, the modifications that might negatively affect side air bag performance can result in severe injuries.
- 10034245Feb 4, 2010Electrical system. Lexus: techstream ecu flash reprogramming procedure. Flash reprogramming allows the ecu software to be updated without replacing the ecu. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ecus…
- 10024311Feb 20, 2008Engine cooling. Lexus service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Limited service campaign (lsc)8la - 2007 model year ls460 and ls460l idler pulleys. Csc was received.
Other model years of the Lexus LS460L
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7 | 59,772 | 2 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 11 | 60,945 | 2 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 2007 | 20 | 52,500 | 2 | — | 19 | — | Falling |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2007 Lexus LS460L have?
NHTSA recorded 20 consumer complaints for the 2007 Lexus LS460L as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2007 Lexus LS460L is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 7 complaints (35% of the total), followed by fuel system with 5.
Has the 2007 Lexus LS460L been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2007 Lexus LS460L get?
The EPA rates the 2007 Lexus LS460L (LS 460 L, 4.6L 8-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 16 city and 24 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,350 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2007 Lexus LS460L reported?
Among the 18 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 52,500 miles and the middle half falls between 22,000 and 73,000 miles; 44% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.