Lexus LX Problems by Model Year
NHTSA recorded 41 consumer complaints across the 6 model years of the Lexus LX (1999–2023) that have at least 5 complaints. 2023 has the most, with 13. Across all years, the part named most often is engine (10 mentions). Pick a model year below to see its parts, mileage, recalls and service bulletins.
All LX model years
Years with fewer than 5 complaints are not listed. The score compares years of the same model, allowing for the era and for how long each year has collected complaints: 50 is a typical year, lower means fewer complaints. It is not adjusted for sales volume.
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | TSBs | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 13 | 41,000 | 5 | 88 | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 5 | — | 5 | 54 | — | Not enough data |
| 2006 | 6 | 65,000 | 0 | 47 | — | Not enough data |
| 2004 | 6 | 134,000 | 0 | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 6 | 211,500 | 0 | 24 | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 5 | 205,722 | 0 | 12 | — | Not enough data |
Parts named most often, all years
Counts add up complaint mentions across the listed years. A complaint can name several parts.
- Engine10 24%
- Engine cooling8 19%
- Brakes8 19%
- Fuel system4 9.5%
- Air bags4 9.5%
- Steering3 7.1%
- Exterior lighting3 7.1%
- Transmission and drivetrain2 4.8%
Example complaints
One per model year, chosen for length and detail. Personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
2006: “I first noticed this recently. When I make a hard left or right turn, my steering wheel is off-center. It does correct itself in a short time, but I am concerned about driving safety. I'm not sure when I first noticed this problem. I think since the last service. I bring my car in for regular service and any recalls. I make all recommended repairs.”
NHTSA complaint #10440238, filed 2011-12, 65,000 miles2000: “Owner of a newly acquired '00 lx470 from toyota/Lexus. When I purchased the car, it passed safety and mechanic inspection. After owning for less than 4 months, I was driving home on street roads. The ABS light comes on suddenly, and I hear a high-pitched beeping noise from the dash. Within 5 minutes of driving, I am moving about 30 MPH when the brakes go out-completely. As in, pedal to the floor with no slowing. Was forced to bring the vehicle to a stop with the emergency brake, thankfully with no injuries or crash. …”
NHTSA complaint #11255741, filed 2019-09, 250,000 miles1999: “There was no indication of a expected total brake failure while driving the vehicle. But when it did occur, we did have a cel come one and luckily, wife was in a parking lot and driving slowly. This had been my wife/daughter's main means of moving around. Had they been on the highway, it would have resulted in injuries with the unknown signs that the brakes would fail completely. Had to have the dealer address and repair the issue. Seems that this is an issue noted on several websites with this model and the toyota equivalent land cruiser. …”
NHTSA complaint #11267967, filed 2019-10, 216,444 milesOther Lexus models
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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. Methodology