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2007 Lexus Ls460l problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 31 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.1 times the median Ls460l year — the 2007 model ranks #1 of 4 Ls460l years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across brakes (7), fuel system (5), and electrical system (4), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

31

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Ls460l years?

Ls460l NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted31 complaints2007: 31 complaints2008: 20 complaints2009: 1 complaints2010: 10 complaints
Ls460l NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Lexus Ls460l problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes723%
Fuel System516%
Electrical System413%
Engine413%
Transmission310%
Speed Control26%
Tires & Wheels26%
Seat Belts13%
Body & Structure13%
Suspension13%
Other13%

Does the 2007 Lexus Ls460l have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14V647000Fuel SystemOctober 15, 2014 · 422,509 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

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.

10V309000EngineJuly 6, 2010 · 138,874 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

THE ENGINE COULD FAIL AND STOP SUDDENLY WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“DURING LOW SPEED BRAKING. THERE IS A BUZZING NOISE/VIBRATION COMING FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL AND ENGINE COMPARTMENT. I AM PRETTY CERTAIN, BUT NOT 100% THAT WHEN THIS NOISE IS PRESENT, MY BRAKING ABILITY IS DIMINISHED. IT IS A VERY UNSETTLING FEELING WHEN IT DOES HAPPEN AND IT SEEMS TO BE HAPPENING WITH…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · October 29, 2014

“AFTER HAVING THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR GASKET CHANGED FOR THE RECALL, I HAVE HAD A STRONG FUEL SMELL IN THE CABIN. TAKEN TO THE DEALER, SPENT NINE WEEKS LOOKING FOR THE LEAK. THEY SAID THEY COULDN'T FIND IT, BUT WANTED ME TO PAY $840 FOR GASKET KIT, BUT WOULD NOT GUARANTEE THAT IT WOULD FIX IT, NEXT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · February 11, 2019

“AFTER AN OIL CHANGE AT THE DEALER, THE CAR IS UNABLE TO ACCELERATE, SLUGGISH, AND THE POWERTRAIN ACTS LETHARGIC, PARTICULARLY WHEN TRYING TO ENTER THE FREEWAY OR MERGE INTO TRAFFIC. THE DEALER HAS PERFORMED A SOFTWARE UPDATE, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM STILL PERSISTS. THIS ONLY HAPPENED AFTER AND OIL…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 8, 2013

“VEHICLE UNSAFE TO DRIVE AFTER ABS ACTUATOR MALFUNTIONS AND NOTICE THAT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE PER CODES FROM THE COMPUTER SPECIFICALLY ALL BRAKE MALFUNCTION LIGHTS AND WARNINGS COME ON ONT THE DISPLAY WARNINGS INDICATE THE VEHICLE IS UNSAFE TO OPERATE AND TO HAVE IT SERVICED IMMEDIATELY .. CALLED LEXUS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · October 22, 2018

“AFTER AN OIL CHANGE AT THE DEALER, THE CAR IS UNABLE TO ACCELERATE, SLUGGISH, AND THE POWERTRAIN ACTS LETHARGIC, PARTICULARLY WHEN TRYING TO ENTER THE FREEWAY OR MERGE INTO TRAFFIC. THE DEALER HAS PERFORMED A SOFTWARE UPDATE, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM STILL PERSISTS. THIS ONLY HAPPENED AFTER AND OIL…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 8, 2013

2007 Lexus Ls460l — common questions

Is the 2007 Lexus Ls460l reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 31 complaints put the 2007 model at #1 of 4 Ls460l years. It is one of the Ls460l years to avoid.

What are the most common 2007 Ls460l problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (7 complaints), fuel system (5 complaints), electrical system (4 complaints).

Does the 2007 Lexus Ls460l have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Lexus Ls460l. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Lexus Ls460l years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Ls460l years to avoid are 2007. The cleanest record among Ls460l years belongs to 2009.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.