Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2021 Lexus LS500 peaked in 2022, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2021 Lexus LS500
Sedan, gasoline, 4x2, built in Japan. Owner complaints on file from Aug 7, 2022 to Aug 7, 2022.
Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints1Below the median 2021 sedan
Severity index0.02021 sedans average 7.9
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Components
Complaints by component
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
No recall campaign lists the 2021 Lexus LS500
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2021 Lexus LS500
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Aug 7, 2022Failure Aug 3, 2022New Orleans, LAUnknown or other
Spontaneous shatter of tempered glass sunroof.
NHTSA complaint 11478050
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
60 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- LSB004319 Feb 14, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
OBSOLETE NOTICE February 14, 2023: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0007-23 - LSB000723 Feb 14, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 model year vehicles equipped with 17CY+ Panasonic Audio (versions less than 1226) and Navigation (versions less than 1225 or 1245 with 20 Teammate) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Navigation reset while entering a… - L-SB-0057-22 Dec 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System, require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to del… - LSB001322 Jun 15, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2021 model year LS 500 and LS 500h vehicles may exhibit a knock/clunk noise from the rear of the vehicle when applying the brakes while driving forward and/or in reverse. The noise is most noticeable when coming to a complete stop. New coun… - LSB001322 Jun 15, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2021 model year LS 500 and LS 500h vehicles may exhibit a knock/clunk noise from the rear of the vehicle when applying the brakes while driving forward and/or in reverse. The noise is most noticeable when coming to a complete stop. New coun… - LTT031622 May 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: To improve guest support of telematics connected services features, additional resources have been provided in the Service Lane - Knowledge Center. - Service Campaign May 11, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DP: Due to improper programming of the Data Communication Module (DCM), which provides cellular communication in various situations, including emergencies, the driver and Safety Connect operator may not be able to hear each other?s voices during a Safety Co… - TECHNICAL INSTRU Jun 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS. - Safety Recall 22 Apr 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022 - LTT029721 Mar 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Vehicle control apps might not operate as expected at times due to preconditions (normal operating parameters) not being established, vehicle settings and/or network/cellular coverage concerns. - L-SB-0040-20 Rev May 31, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge at battery on high voltage (HV) Ni-MH and Li-ion batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Repair Manual while performing the b… - 22LC01 Technical Apr 27, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 22LC01 DATA COMMUNICATION MODULE (DCM) REPROGRAMMING CERTAIN 2021 MODEL YEAR IS300, IS350, LC500, LC500h, LC500C, LS500, LS500h, NX300, NX300h, RC300, RC350, RC F CERTAIN 2021-2022 RX350, RX350L, RX450h, RX450hL CERTAIN 2022 GX460 - 22LC01 Technical Apr 25, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 22LC01 DATA COMMUNICATION MODULE (DCM) REPROGRAMMING CERTAIN 2021 MODEL YEAR IS300, IS350, LC500, LC500h, LC500C, LS500, LS500h, NX300, NX300h, RC300, RC350, RC F CERTAIN 2021-2022 RX350, RX350L, RX450h, RX450hL CERTAIN 202… - L-TT-0297-21 Rev Mar 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Vehicle control apps might not operate as expected at times due to preconditions (normal operating parameters) not being established, vehicle settings and/or network/cellular coverage concerns - L-SB-0004-22 Feb 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this servi… - 22LC01 Technical Feb 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 22LC01 DATA COMMUNICATION MODULE (DCM) REPROGRAMMING CERTAIN 2021 MODEL YEAR IS300, IS350, LC500, LC500h, LC500C, LS500, LS500h, NX300, NX300h, RC300, RC350, RC F CERTAIN 2021-2022 RX350, RX350L, RX450h, RX450hL CERTAIN 202… - 22LC01 Area Lett Feb 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AL: Due to improper programming of the Data Communication Module (DCM), which provides cellular communication in various situations, including emergencies, the driver and Safety Connect operator may not be able to hear each other?s voices during a Safety Co… - 22LC01 Dealer Pa Feb 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DP: Due to improper programming of the Data Communication Module (DCM), which provides cellular communication in various situations, including emergencies, the driver and Safety Connect operator may not be able to hear each other?s voices during a Safety Co… - L-SB-0003-22 Feb 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: All 2021 ? 2022 model year LS 500 vehicles may exhibit a surge/bucking condition when applying throttle of less than 20 percent. This condition is only felt after the vehicle has cold soaked and reduces as the vehicle warms up. The condition is no lo… - L-SB-0002-22 Jan 28, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Electronic Wiring … - L-TT-0279-20 Rev Jan 20, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some guests may experience the inability to activate the Lexus Enform Remote app or the Lexus Enform Remote becoming inoperative when attempting to send commands to the vehicle. To simplify the diagnosis of this system and prevent the unnecessary replac… - Lexus PRO19-02 - Jan 12, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests i… - L-TT-0271-19 Rev Oct 15, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns, it may be requested as part of the remanufactured head unit return to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the dat… - L-TT-0303-21 Sep 3, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: When used in conjunction with the Repair Manual, these Blind Spot Monitor, Forward Recognition Camera, and Front Millimeter Wave Radar tips leverage SSTs and readily available tools to support target placement in varying shop environments. - L-SB-0043-19 Rev Sep 3, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2020 ? 2021 model year vehicles equipped with 17CY+ Panasonic Navigation (version 1150) or earlier and Audio (version 1163) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Poor map screen touch operation. ?Navigation system reset.… - L-SB-0015-20 Rev Jul 12, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to keep vehicles factory fresh and ready for delivery. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extended vehicle storage conditions. Long-term… - Lexus PRO21-UFRM May 24, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POL: UPDATES TO THE 2014-2021 LEXUS UNIVERSAL FLAT RATE MANUAL - Lexus Safety Re Mar 31, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements - L-TT-0297-21 Mar 16, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Vehicle control apps might not operate as expected at times due to preconditions (normal operating parameters) not being established, vehicle settings and/or network/cellular coverage concerns. - L-TT-0283-20 Rev Mar 16, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Some vehicles equipped with Dynamic Navigation may experience a pop-up message notifying them that their map update service will end soon. The date that is shown could be more than one year in the future. This does not indicate any issues with the veh… - L-SB-0002-19 Rev Feb 11, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2021 model year LC 500, LC 500h, LS 500, and LS 500h vehicles; and some 2021 model year LC 500c vehicles may exhibit a ?spring? noise upon release of the accelerator pedal. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condit… - L-SB-0041-20 Nov 6, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: This bulletin contains the vehicle specific pre-delivery services for 2021 model year LS 500 vehicles. Additionally, refer to the applicable Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) Check Sheet for services to be performed. - L-TT-0271-19 Rev Oct 20, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns, it may be requested as part of the remanufactured head unit return to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the d… - L-SB-0039-20 Oct 16, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 ? 2021 model year Lexus vehicles. - L-SB-0011-20 Rev Oct 9, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 2021 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retaining hooks (clips) to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize retaining hooks (clips) for passenger side and rear seat floor mat… - L-SB-0010-20 Rev Sep 11, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2021 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with an eOwner?s Manual (eOM), which is installed into the head unit while the vehicle is in transit. During Pre-Delivery Service (PDS), follow the instructions contained within the Software Confirmatio… - L-SB-0017-20 Rev Sep 11, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load. Because of these factors, battery inspection and maintenan… - L-SB-0018-20 Rev Sep 9, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 2021 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with factory-installed XM Satellite Radio, including a 90-day free customer trial. As part of the Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) process, ensure that the XM Satellite Radio is activated and ready for use. - L-SB-0012-20 Rev Sep 8, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires remain on the veh… - L-SB-0015-20 Rev Sep 8, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to keep vehicles factory fresh and ready for delivery. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extended vehicle storage conditions. Long-term… - L-SB-0011-20 Rev Sep 8, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 2021 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retaining hooks (clips) to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize retaining hooks (clips) for passenger side and rear seat floor mat… - L-TT-0288-20 Rev Aug 7, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: The Lexus Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover detailed customer v… - L-SB-0002-20 Rev Aug 5, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should be repaired acco… - L-TT-0288-20 Rev Aug 7, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: The Lexus Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover detailed customer v… - L-SB-0002-20 Rev Aug 5, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should be repaired acco… - L-SB-0023-20 Jun 23, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. ST004-01, SU001-08, and L-SB-0174-08. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the ent… - L-TT-0264-19 Rev Jun 22, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Repairing a 1234YF HVAC system on gas powered (non-hybrid) Lexus vehicle may require additional compressor oil to complete the repairs. 1234YF ND-12 compressor oil is available through the Lexus Approved Dealer Equipment website - L-TT-0288-20 Rev Jun 10, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: The Lexus Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover detailed customer v… - L-TT-0289-20 Jun 3, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: ?Unibody vehicles commonly have lashing holes on the under body used for securing the vehicle during logistics. ?The lashing holes are intended to be plugged during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS). ?The plugs are -Required for anti-corrosion purposes. … - L-SB-0014-18 Rev Jun 3, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and can never be reused. Another feature, Add/Remove Key,… - L-TT-0288-20 Jun 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: The Lexus Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle drivability. Specifically, we are looking at vehicle surge/hesitation condition (inconsistent acceleration) and would like to recover detailed customer… - Lexus Safety Re May 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements - L-SB-0018-20 Apr 23, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: The 2021 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with factory-installed XM Satellite Radio, including a 90-day free customer trial. As part of the Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) process, ensure that the XM Satellite Radio is activated and ready for use. - L-TT-0287-20 Apr 23, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: Due to the challenges caused by the COVID-19 virus threat, some dealers are experiencing reduced traffic into their stores and causing dealer stock to age. Due to this situation, dealers are reminded and recommended to follow the Long-Term Vehicle Stora… - L-SB-0017-20 Apr 23, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load. Because of these factors, battery inspection and maintenan… - L-SB-0015-20 Apr 23, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to keep vehicles factory fresh and ready for delivery. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extended vehicle storage conditions. Long-term… - L-TT-0286-20 Apr 15, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TT: After performing a battery test using the DCA-8000 battery diagnostic charger and the battery health has been considered a ?Good? condition, the DCA will automatically enter a post-test charging mode. In the post-test charging mode, the DCA analyzes … - L-SB-0012-20 Apr 20, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires remain on the veh… - L-SB-0011-20 Apr 20, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: 2021 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retaining hooks (clips) to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize retaining hooks (clips) for passenger side and rear seat floor mat… - L-SB-0010-20 Apr 17, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Some 2021 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with an eOwner?s Manual (eOM), which is installed into the head unit while the vehicle is in transit. During Pre-Delivery Service (PDS), follow the instructions contained within the Software Confirmation…
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.