MYRModel Year Report

2012 Lexus LS

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2012 Lexus LS
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:13:53.176Z

Only 5 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 5 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, 2012 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 2012 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
2012: 5 complaints
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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 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

2 of 5 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH
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Someone hit from front left head on but the airbags did not deploy. Car was damaged the extent that it maybe totalled. I am working with ALSTATE Insurance at this time.

NHTSA ODI report, 20220919

I am uploading for complaint number 11485175

NHTSA ODI report, 20220919

STRUCTURE

1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure.

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See attached document for complaint

NHTSA ODI report, 20240820

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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RECENTLY TOOK MY 2012 LS460 INTO DEALER FOR BRAKING ISSUES. WHEN BRAKES APPLIED, CAR WOULD NOSE DIVE AS IT CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. WHEN PRESSING BRAKE PEDAL IT MAKE A SQUEAKING NOISE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150211

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 5 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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unknown

NHTSA ODI report, 20250519

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2012 Lexus LS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2012 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 2012 Lexus LS?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Lexus LS have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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