2007 Lexus LS460
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 39 |
| 2008 | 79 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 2 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 4 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
38% of complaints: service brakes — 15 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
PURCHASED A 2007 LEXUS LS460 ON MARCH 5TH, GOT A PREPURCHASE INSPECTION AND THERE ARE MULTIPLE THINGS THAT HAVE GONE WRONG. THE LATEST REPAIR NEEDED IS THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR, COSTS APPROX $1525 AT THE DEALER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180327
BRAKE LIGHTS, ABS LIGHTS , VSV LIGHT ON AND NO BRAKE CONTROL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180312
10% of complaints: structure — 4 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 LEXUS LS460. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A STOP, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL AFTER DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140529
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 LEXUS LS460. WHILE PARKING THE VEHICLE ON GRAVEL, THE CONTACT SHIFTED IN DRIVE AND THE RPMS SUDDENLY INCREASED EXCESSIVELY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE SOUND LIKE A JET ENGINE BETWEEN THE GRAVEL AND THE SAND.
NHTSA ODI report, 20101122
8% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file.
FIRE5% of complaints: suspension — 2 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 LEXUS LS460. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING 15 MPH AND UNDER AND SIMULTANEOUSLY APPLYING THE BRAKES, THERE WAS A LOUD BANGING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20101115
SAFETY TIMELINE
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2008 LEXUS PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 26, 2005 THROUGH AUGUST 4, 2008. MICRO-FOREIGN OBJECTS IN THE MATERIAL OF THE VALVE SPRING MAY D
Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
Campaign 10V309000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Lexus LS vehicles manufactured May 9, 2006, to July 20, 2010, 2006-2011 Lexus GS vehicles manufactured January 6, 2005, to September 10, 2010, and 2006-2011...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will clean and reseal the fuel pressure sensor mounting area, free of charge. The recall began March 3, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Campaign 14V647000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Lexus LS460 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 10V309000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V647000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2007 Lexus LS460 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 2007 Lexus LS460?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Lexus LS460 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.