YearToAvoid

2025 Lexus LS Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2025 Lexus LS has a complaint index of 33, based on just 1 NHTSA complaint, and ranks 13th out of 19 model years for reported problems. It has 2 recalls covering camera software and electrical system updates, with no crashes, fires, or injuries reported.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
33/100
#13 of 19 LS years
Verdict
No verdict
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
1
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
2
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
0
reported in complaints
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Top issue
Airbags
Best nearby year
2013
rated Good
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
23.5
20 city / 29 hwy
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Top 2025 Lexus LS problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

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

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

What owners report

  • A seat belt failed to tighten or retract properly, leaving noticeable slack even when buckled.
  • The issue appeared on a vehicle with very low mileage during normal city driving in dry conditions.
  • The seat's massage function was also non-functional and grayed out in the infotainment system.
  • No crash or collision was involved when these defects were noticed.

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)0255075100’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’18’19’20’21’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2023No verdict221225
2024No verdict60223.5
2025No verdict331223.5

All Lexus LS years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2025 Lexus LS reliable?
NHTSA lists only 1 complaint for the 2025 Lexus LS, giving it a complaint index of 33, which ranks 13th out of 19 model years. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been reported.
Does the 2025 Lexus LS have any recalls?
Yes, two recalls have been issued: one for the Panoramic View Monitor camera system and one for an instrument panel electrical software update. Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
What is the top complaint area for the 2025 Lexus LS?
The top reported problem area is Airbags, though NHTSA shows only 1 total complaint on file for this model year so far.
How does the 2025 Lexus LS compare to other LS years?
With a complaint index of 33, the 2025 LS ranks better than years like 2007 (index 100) and 2006 (index 89), which are rated Avoid, but data for 2025 is still limited.
What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Lexus LS?
The EPA rates the 2025 Lexus LS at 23.5 mpg combined (20 city / 29 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,425.

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.