2021 Lexus LS Recalls, Complaints & Specs
1 safety recall lists the 2021 Lexus LS, and owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
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1 safety recall for the 2021 Lexus LS
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Air bags: front passenger
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…
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…
5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 2021 Lexus LS have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. Complaints peaked in 2024 with 2 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“My vehicle has the V6 twin turbo engine that’s been recalled on other years and models and was diagnosed with an internal engine failure. The mechanic at the dealership couldn’t figure out the problem”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, May 26, 2026 · Engine
“Both headlight assemblies on a 2021 Lexus LS 500 show external lens delamination, along with visible condensation inside the sealed units. The vehicle has been garage kept, has not been involved in an”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, April 29, 2026 · Exterior lighting
Fuel economy and specs
EPA ratings for the 2021 Lexus LS (LS 500, LS 500 AWD, LS 500h, LS 500h AWD). Ranges cover every tested configuration.
| Combined | 21–28 mpg |
|---|---|
| City / Highway | 17–25 / 27–33 |
| Fuel | Premium |
| EPA class | Midsize Cars |
| Engine | 6 cyl, 3.4/3.5 L |
| Transmission | Automatic (AV-S10); Automatic (S10) |
Compare Lexus LS model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Lexus LS model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 Lexus LS | 0 | 4 |
| 1995 Lexus LS | 0 | 2 |
| 1996 Lexus LS | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 Lexus LS | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 Lexus LS | 0 | 2 |
| 1999 Lexus LS | 0 | 3 |
| 2000 Lexus LS | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 Lexus LS | 0 | 3 |
| 2002 Lexus LS | 0 | 7 |
| 2003 Lexus LS | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 Lexus LS | 1 | 8 |
| 2005 Lexus LS | 1 | 5 |
| 2006 Lexus LS | 1 | 17 |
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1 | 45 |
| 2008 Lexus LS | 1 | 43 |
| 2009 Lexus LS | 0 | 13 |
| 2010 Lexus LS | 0 | 8 |
| 2011 Lexus LS | 0 | 9 |
| 2012 Lexus LS | 0 | 5 |
| 2013 Lexus LS | 0 | 5 |
| 2014 Lexus LS | 0 | 3 |
| 2015 Lexus LS | 0 | 3 |
| 2016 Lexus LS | 0 | 5 |
| 2018 Lexus LS | 2 | 14 |
| 2019 Lexus LS | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 Lexus LS | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 Lexus LS | 1 | 5 |
| 2023 Lexus LS | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 Lexus LS | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 Lexus LS | 2 | 1 |
Checking a specific 2021 Lexus LS
How do I know if my 2021 Lexus LS has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 1 campaign currently lists the 2021 Lexus LS; your car may already have been repaired under it.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Lexus dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 24V275000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.