MYRModel Year Report

2002 Lexus LS

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2002 Lexus LS
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:13:45.324Z

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus LS Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1995: 2 complaints 1996: 1 complaints 1997: 1 complaints 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 3 complaints 2000: 1 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2002: 7 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaints 2004: 8 complaints 2005: 5 complaints 2006: 17 complaints 2006 2007: 45 complaints 2008: 43 complaints 2009: 13 complaints 2010: 8 complaints 2010 2011: 9 complaints 2012: 5 complaints 2013: 5 complaints 2014: 3 complaints 2014 2015: 2 complaints 2016: 5 complaints 2018: 13 complaints 2019: 1 complaints 2019 2020: 0 complaints 2021: 5 complaints 2023: 1 complaints 2024: 0 complaints 2024 2025: 1 complaints 2025
2002: 7 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19944
19952
19961
19971
19982
19993
20001
20013
20027
20031
20048
20055
200617
200745
200843
200913
20108
20119
20125
20135
20143
20152
20165
201813
20191
20200
20215
20231
20240
20251

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

WHEELS

2 of 7 total reports mention: wheels.

STRUCTURE

2 of 7 total reports mention: structure.

INJURY
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DT*: THE CONTACT STATED UNLESS THE TRUNK WAS RAISED ALL THE WAY, THE TRUNK CLOSED SO FAST RESULTING IN HITTING SEVERAL FAMILY MEMBERS IN THE HEAD BUT NO ONE WAS SERIOUSLY INJURED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060811

TIRES

1 of 7 total reports mentions: tires.

SUSPENSION

1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.

STRUCTURE

1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure.

INJURY
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LEXUS LS 430 2002 TRUNK STRUT FAILURE. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20071219

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20060804 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN

Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.

Campaign 06E056000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20090511 — exterior lighting

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

Campaign 09E012000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Lexus LS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E056000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09E012000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Lexus LS reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Lexus LS?

The most-reported component is wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Lexus LS have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.