2012 Lexus LS460
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2012: 3 complaints
View as data table
| 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
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering.
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The 1ST incident occurred in novato, ca making a right turn from the ignacio blvd bridge over 101N to nave dr. After a rain the previous day.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-04-17
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)
Service brakes
1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Lexus LS460. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the brakes shook and the vehicle vibrated without warning. The contact called an unknown dealer and was informed that the rotors needed to be replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-12-10
Electronic stability control (esc)
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electronic stability control (esc).
Air bags
1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags.
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Upon initial start up the airbag failure take to dealer immediately' warning light displayed. Took to dealer that day, warning light went out but dealer obtained a code SRS B19A6 indicating a problem with an open circuit on the headrest inflator.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-20
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2012 Lexus LS460 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electronic stability control (esc): 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2012 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 2012 Lexus LS460?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2012 Lexus LS460 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.