2008 Lexus LS460L
Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 11 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 7 |
Known problem areas
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
4 of 11 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
Show complaint excerpts
In May 2017 I replaced rear brakes but the "Squawk" Noise when releasing the brake pedal persisted. On 6-8-17 I returned to Lexus wh dealer (Customer # 171829) and the tech requested a test ride.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-31
We had lack of power engine and steering problems in the past with this vehicle. We filed a lemon law and supposedly they fixed it. Now the pcs, vsc, anti skid, air bags, brakes, anti-lock brakes and other alarms came on again.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-26
Also filed under Air bags
Vehicle speed control
2 of 11 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Structure
2 of 11 total reports mention: structure.
Engine
2 of 11 total reports mention: engine.
Equipment
2 of 11 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing navigational system(global positioning system).
Show complaint excerpts
Brake failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-12-27
Also filed under Service brakes, electric and traction control system
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2010-09-02Engine and engine cooling10V309000 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…
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.
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2015-03-05Fuel system, gasoline14V647000 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Lexus LS460L — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10V309000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 14V647000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2008 Lexus LS460L 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 2008 Lexus LS460L?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Lexus LS460L have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.