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All cars · Lexus LS · 2025

2025 Lexus LS. Advanced data.

The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.

Lemon Index–100 = average car
Complaints3NHTSA, first 3 years

Complaints by system

SystemShare of complaints
Airbags33%
Seat belts33%
Seats33%
Visibility33%
Suspension33%

One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.

Severity, all complaints

TotalCrashesFiresInjuriesDeathsTows
300000

As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.

Recall campaigns 2

  • 25V744000 Oct 2025 Back Over Prevention / Display Function

    Defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Risk. A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy. Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.

  • 25V595000 Sep 2025 Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel

    Defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.

    Risk. An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

    Remedy. Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Additional letters will be sent, anticipated in May 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's cus

Manufacturer communications 42

Lexus filed 42 service communications for this car with NHTSA.

  • 2025 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retaining hooks (clips)…
  • A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and…
  • 2025 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retaining hooks (clips)…

Crash ratings by version

VersionOverallFrontSideRollover
Lexus LS 500 4 DR AWDnot ratednot ratednot ratednot rated
Lexus LS 500 4 DR RWDnot ratednot ratednot ratednot rated
Lexus LS 500h 4 DR AWDnot ratednot ratednot ratednot rated

Safety equipment

Electronic stabilityForward collision warningLane departure warning
StandardStandardStandard

Engines and drivetrains 3

EngineTransmissionDriveCity / hwy / combinedFuelFuel cost/yr
3.4L 6-cyl turboAuto (S10)RWD18 / 29 / 22Premium$3,500
3.4L 6-cyl turboAuto (S10)AWD17 / 27 / 21Premium$3,700
3.5L 6-cyl hybridAuto (AV-S10)AWD22 / 29 / 25Premium$3,100

EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.

Nearby model years

YearLemon IndexComplaintsSoldTop system
2023–1–Seats
2025–3–Airbags

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.

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