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2025 Lexus LS Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

54/100

#7 most-complained of 14 LS years

The 2025 Lexus LS has 1 complaint on file, 2 recalls, and a Complaint Index of 54, ranking 7th worst of 14 model years. It sits in the middle of the pack, well below the 2016 (100) and 2018 (92) LS years.

Complaints
1
Recalls
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
23.5
20 city / 29 hwy

Top 2025 Lexus LS problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Airbags1 (100%)
  2. Seat Belts1 (100%)
  3. Structure & Body1 (100%)

What owners report

  • A front passenger seat belt failed to tighten or retract properly, leaving noticeable slack after buckling, on a vehicle with only 500 miles on it.
  • The seat's massage function was reported non-functional, appearing grayed out in the infotainment system.
  • The issue was noticed during normal city driving in dry conditions at low speed, with no crash or prior modification involved.

2025 Lexus LS recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 25V744000Oct 30, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras1,024,407 vehicles

    Back over prevention:display function

    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.

  2. NHTSA 25V595000Sep 11, 2025Electrical System591,377 vehiclesOver-the-air fix

    Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

    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 customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05.

2025 Lexus LS fuel economy and fuel cost

City
20 MPG
Highway
29 MPG
Combined
23.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,425
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2025 compared with other LS years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’18’19’20’21’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2023No verdict311225
2024No verdict80223.5
2025No verdict541223.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2025 Lexus LS reliable?
NHTSA lists just 1 complaint for the 2025 Lexus LS, giving it a Complaint Index of 54, which ranks 7th worst among the 14 LS model years with data, roughly in the middle of the pack.
Does the 2025 Lexus LS have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2025 Lexus LS, covering the Panoramic View Monitor parking assist software and an instrument panel software update. Neither recall is marked do-not-drive.
What is the top problem area for the 2025 Lexus LS?
Based on the single complaint on file, the top problem area listed is Airbags, tied with Seat Belts and Structure & Body, each accounting for 100% of the one complaint filed.
What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Lexus LS?
The EPA rates the 2025 Lexus LS at 23.5 mpg combined (20 mpg city, 29 mpg highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,425.
How does the 2025 LS compare to the worst LS model years?
The 2025 LS's Complaint Index of 54 is far lower than the 2016 LS (100) and 2018 LS (92), which are the worst-ranked years for reported problems.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.