2010 Lexus LS460L Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 59,772miles, 6 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- 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 2010 Lexus LS460L (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2010 Lexus LS460L. The part named most often is other or unknown, with 2 complaints (29% of the total), followed by vehicle speed control (2) and brakes (1). 6 of the complaints include a mileage, and 50% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 59,772 miles. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 9 technical service bulletins for this model year.
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.
- Other or unknown2 29%
- Brakes1 14%
- Electrical system1 14%
- Engine cooling1 14%
- Steering1 14%
- Body and structure1 14%
- Suspension1 14%
Example complaints
Other or unknown: “Car dashboard and sideboards inside the doors start melting and become sticky when parked outside during summer. Material is so sticky that it comes on hands and clothes, and it also leaves smell and possible fumes in the car”
NHTSA complaint #11118101, filed 2018-08, 24,545 milesVehicle speed control: “I am experiencing an anti lock brakes actuator failure. Upon starting the vehicle it gives the warning stop the vehicle and contact a dealer . The extended warranty is limited by mileage and years. Being a key safety component in vehicle operation, I am requesting this issue be converted into a recall.”
NHTSA complaint #11231003, filed 2019-07, 130,000 milesElectrical system: “This vehicle seems like it was damaged from the start. Ever since this car was purchased from prestige Lexus nj, it's just been giving us problems all the time. It seems like this car was factory damaged, or the dealership rewinded the mileage on the car because a car at 30,000 miles shouldn't have problems constantly. We payed a lot for the car and plus extra 2.000$ for warranty doesn't help at all, these company's just want money, they never help. …”
NHTSA complaint #11039820, filed 2017-10Mileage when problems were reported
50% of the 6 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 4,775 and 109,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2010 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 |
| LS 460 L AWD | 4.6L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 16 | 23 | 18 | $4,550 |
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…
- 10V218000May 21, 2010Steering › Electric power assist systemCovers: Lexus LS460L 2009–2010, LS460 2009–2010, LS600HL 2010 +1 more
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 lexus ls460 and ls600 vehicles manufactured from august 20, 2009 through may 13, 2010. A programming change of the steering control ecu for the variable gear ratio steering (vgrs) system can cause improper…
Recall details for the 2010 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
- 10205359Aug 6, 2013Engine. Oil Viscosity Applicability and Cfhange Interval Guide
- 10205358Apr 10, 2013Engine. Oil Viscosity Applicability and Cfhange Interval Guide
- 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…
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 2010 Lexus LS460L have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2010 Lexus LS460L as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2010 Lexus LS460L is reported most often?
Other or unknown is named most often, in 2 complaints (29% of the total), followed by vehicle speed control with 2.
Has the 2010 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 2010 Lexus LS460L get?
The EPA rates the 2010 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 2010 Lexus LS460L reported?
Among the 6 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 59,772 miles and the middle half falls between 4,775 and 109,000 miles; 50% 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.