2013 Lexus Ls problems
The Lexus LS (Japanese: レクサス・LS, Hepburn: Rekusasu LS) is a full-size luxury sedan (F-segment in Europe) serving as the flagship model of Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota. For the first four generations, all LS models featured V8 engines and were predominantly rear-wheel-drive. In the fourth generation, Lexus offered all-wheel-drive, hybrid, and long-wheelbase variants. The fifth generation changed to using a V6 engine with no V8 option, and only one length was offered.
As the first model developed by Lexus, the LS 400 debuted in January 1989 with the second generation debuting in November 1994. The LS 430 debuted in January 2000 and the LS 460/LS 460 L series in 2006. A domestic-market version of the LS 400 and LS 430, badged as Toyota Celsior (Japanese: トヨタ・セルシオ, Hepburn: Toyota Serushio), was sold in Japan until the Lexus marque was introduced there in 2006. In 2006 (for the 2007 model year), the fourth generation LS 460 debuted the first production eight-speed automatic transmission and an automatic parking system. In 2007, V8 hybrid powertrains were introduced on the LS 600h/LS 600h L sedans.
Development of the LS began in 1983 as the F1 project, the code name for a secret flagship sedan. At the time, Toyota's two existing flagship models were the Crown and Century models – both of which catered exclusively for the Japanese market and had little global appeal that could compete with international luxury brands such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Jaguar. The resulting sedan followed an extended five-year design process at a cost of over US$1 billion, and premiered with a new V8 engine and numerous luxury features. The Lexus LS was intended from its inception for export markets, and the Lexus division was formed to market and service the vehicle internationally. The original LS 400 debuted to strong sales, and was largely responsible for the successful launch of the Lexus marque.
Since the start of production, each generation of the Lexus LS has been manufactured in the Japanese city of Tahara, Aichi. The name "LS" stands for "Luxury Sedan", although some Lexus importers have preferred to define it as "Luxury Saloon". The name "Celsior" is taken from Latin word "celsus", meaning "lofty" or "elevated".
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Common 2013 Lexus Ls problems
The 2013 Lexus LS460 is a premium full-size sedan known for its dependability and class-defying reliability. However, some issues have been reported by owners, particularly in high-mileage examples.
- Engine Problems: Some 2013 Lexus LS460 owners have reported hesitation when accelerating or stalling at random while moving. The fuel lift pump inside the fuel tank, which tends to fail with mileage, has been identified as the cause of these issues . A recall was issued to address this problem, replacing the fuel pump.
- Infotainment System Issues: The Mark Levinson premium audio system in the 2013 Lexus LS460 has been reported to have several problems, including failing AMPs resulting in no audio output, broken satellite speakers, and excessive speaker crackling when the system is left inactive for a while . Additionally, users have reported that the navigation and overall interface occasionally stutter, lag, or restart.
- Service Brake Issues: The 2013 Lexus LS460's brakes have been reported to feel spongy and require excessive pedal travel without providing sufficient braking force . The only solution is to replace the front brake pads and rotor, which can cost at least $800. High mileage examples may also experience gradual loss of braking performance due to master cylinder issues or ABS module complaints.
- Air Suspension Problems: One of the most frequent and expensive issues with the 2013 Lexus LS460 is air suspension failure . The main problems include an air spring leak, a broken ride height sensor, and an unreliable air compressor. While the latter problems are relatively easier to fix, new air springs can cost as much as $2,600.
- Recalls: In relation to the 2013 Lexus LS 460 model, there is just one recall. The fuel tank's internal low-pressure fuel pump could malfunction, stalling the engine and raising the possibility of a collision. The fuel pump will be replaced at no cost by the dealers .
In conclusion, while the 2013 Lexus LS460 is known for its dependability, some issues have been reported, particularly in high-mileage examples. These issues include engine problems, infotainment system issues, service brake issues, air suspension problems, and recalls.
2013 Lexus Ls car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Lexus Ls problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Forward collision avoidance problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2013 Lexus Ls vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2013 Lexus Ls complaints
The NHTSA has received 3 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2013 Lexus Ls.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-17
- VIN: JTHBL5EF6D5
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The ABS system failed. Mechanic stated it was the ABS actuator. Left front wheel locks up when brakes are applied with force. Safety is jeopardized since the ABS system no longer works. Cannot bring vehicle to safe stop in an emergency braking situation. The problem was reproduced by an independent service center. The vehicle had not yet been inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance. Lexus has been notified and said that I just missed the window on the service bulletin, which ended in March of 2024. There were no warning lamps before the system failure. The system failed during a trip.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-12
- VIN: JTHBL5EF6D5
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: For 2 years now I’ve been getting intermittent abs and traction light come on. It never showed a code when a scanner was plugged in. Every now and then the light would come on when I start the car. As soon as I drive it’s gone. Now I have the brake icon on too and my brakes are very weird with it grabbing really hard at times and slow to release. It’s the brake actuator that everyone has problems with. I only have 76k miles on my car. I had the valley plate leak at 49k miles. So these 2 things are problems everyone have that Lexus isn’t admitting it’s their fault. They are not willing to fix the actuator on my car because they supposedly sent a customer letter that I’ve never received
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-05
- VIN: JTHGL1EF3D5
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: I am detailing an alarming and persistent issue with unexpected brake activation on my 2013 Lexus LS 460. Over a span of time, the vehicle's brakes have been activated spontaneously on four different occasions, putting me and my passengers in potential danger. Incident Descriptions: 1. Location: I-69 southbound, near Huntington. - Scenario: Alone in the car. Noted a shiny truck about 2,000 ft ahead under a bridge with sun reflection. - Brakes activated hard for approx. 3-5 seconds. - Active cruise and lane-keep assist were on. 2. Location: Westbound on Interstate 70, just past the Indiana line. - Scenario: My wife, [XXX] , was with me. A semi-truck with wind skirts was being overtaken when the rear wheels locked up. - This caused a sideways skid toward the truck, causing tire smoke and chaos among trailing vehicles. - Managed to drive down to the median at high speeds, stopping just before a bridge. Multiple dashboard lights illuminated. 3. Location: 69 south of Anderson IN - Scenario: - On the way to the dealership, the brakes activated similarly as in the first scenario. 4. Location: Ohio on interstate 30 just before Indiana line... Not sure how far... - Scenario: After dealership repairs and 10,000 miles of incident-free driving, the brakes suddenly activated. - I was with my engineer, [XXX] . Reflective tapes on road barrels might have triggered the brakes. The car came to a full stop despite full gas pedal depression. Fortunately the closest vehicle behind us was approximately 2,000 ft back so I was able to get off the road at a slower speed of approximately 5-10 mph with full control all the way to stop. Once the vehicle stopped we were able to take right back off again with no further incidents to date. Concerns: - The spontaneous nature of the braking makes it difficult and dangerous to drive in traffic, especially near larger vehicles. - There are situations, like quick lane changes for exits, where the INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
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