2007 Lexus LS460: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 39 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is service brakes (29% of complaints); the 2009 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Oct 2014
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 39 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“The contact owns a 2007 Lexus LS460. The contact stated that the interior door panel rubber was detaching from the interior frame of the vehicle. The contact stated that touching the door panel interior covering with a finger caused the part to detach from their vehicle. The contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer who refused to repair the door panel. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under the Customer Support Program: ZLZ regarding the Repair Coverage for the Dashboard (Instrument Panel) and/or Certain Interior Trim Panels. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000.”Owner report · Structure · Feb 2022
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 lexus ls460. The contact stated that there was a glare reflecting off the dashboard while driving. The contact stated while driving her visibility affected by the glare. The vehicle to nalley lexus roswell (980 mansell rd, roswell, ga 30076, 770-284-8580) however, a diagnostic test was not performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure however, no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 102,700.”Owner report · Structure · Mar 2021
“Having problems with the brakes. When I press the bridal all the way down. There is a creeping noise coming from the brakes. Have seen numerous complaints of the same issue on lexus vehicles. Many states it's the brake aculator.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Apr 2019
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“Brake system failure code 1391 indicating the brake accumulator and/or actuator, when applying brake front end shimmys to a point where control of car can be lost. Lexus extended recall to 12/17 however the problem is a definite safety issue and there are many complaints on line about this problem. The problem in most cases can arise at 80,000-up miles and cost is prohibitive at about $3500, this should have been a safety recall since there is so much documentation about this problem. I contacted lexus and they had no answer but to say the extended warranty is expired.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Apr 2018
“I was driving the car and all the lights on my dash illuminated ' check ABS, check vsc, check brake system, not to drive vehicle due to system failure, contact dealer immediately. I was told it was the actuator. I just reached 100,000 miles.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Mar 2018
“Brake caliber safety issue shouldn't have been a factory recall. I'm not happy whatsoever to have to pay out-of-pocket for something that lexus knows about”Owner report · Service Brakes · Oct 2017
“I have four doors panel problem , it's melted and by touching u can take some pieces out of the door. And ABS problem for the second time , need to change ABS control module / hydraulic control unit (hcu) I for the ABS only cost 3000$ and for the doors panels around 6000$”Owner report · Structure · Apr 2017
“Vehicle currently has 65k miles. Within last 1,000 miles, began noticing noises coming from brake actuator. Noise has become more noticeable. Today, on 12/15/2016, while driving, I was required to brake suddenly, and vehicle was not as responsive as needed. This almost caused an accident. I called the local lexus dealership, and they are not aware of any current recalls - this needs to be looked into soon, before the failure of the brake actuator causes an accident. *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes · Dec 2016
“I noticed clicking sounds from the rear of the car while in motion, within days a number of warning light appeared on the dash stating: check ABS vsc brake system.. Stop the car in a safe place and contact a dealer. The clicking has increased dramatically. A mechanic stated it is the brake actuator assembly.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Jun 2016
“2007 lexus ls 460. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle dashboard, interior door panels cracking/ or sticky/ melting as a result of heat or humidity. Consumer states replacement parts still not available for repairs. *smd the consumer stated he has been receiving letters over the past six years regarding the problem. *jb”Owner report · Structure · May 2016
When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 2 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
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 Lexus IS vehicles manufactured August 30, 2005, to September 10, 2010. Due to anti-corrosion plating remnants, fuel may leak from where the fuel pressure sensor is attached to the fuel delivery pipe.
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.
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 DEGRADE THE STRENGTH OF THE VALVE SPRING, POSSIBLY CAUSING THE SPRING TO BREAK.
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.
How other years compare
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Is the 2007 Lexus LS460 reliable?
NHTSA has 39 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2007 Lexus LS460. The most complained-about area is service brakes (29% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2007 Lexus LS460 problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 75,000 miles or less.
Does the 2007 Lexus LS460 have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.