Model year guide

2018 Lexus ls

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Lexus ls is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2018 Lexus ls — representative photo
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2018 Lexus ls at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints10

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2018 Lexus ls recalls 2

Tires:sidewall NHTSA Campaign #19V134000 · 27/02/2019

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Lexus LS vehicles equipped with run-flat tires with a sidewall reinforcement layer inside the tire. The tire-on-wheel assembly process may have caused the reinforcement layer to crack, possibly resulting in the tire tread layer separating from the tire.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and Lexus dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began April 26, 2019. Owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. The Toyota number for this recall is KLC.

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification:front Passenger NHTSA Campaign #24V275000 · 17/04/2024

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Lexus LS500 and 2018-2020 Lexus LS500 Hybrid vehicles equipped with the "Executive Package." The front passenger seat may have been assembled with interference between internal parts that can cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor to incorrectly detect the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requir…

Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the front passenger seat, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 24LA03.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2018 Lexus ls common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2018 Lexus ls trims & engines on record

Trims
500
Engines
3.4L 6-cyl 416 hp

2018 Lexus ls vehicles on record

2018 Lexus ls 2018 Lexus ls 500JTHC51FFXJ5003832

Other Lexus ls model years

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2018 Lexus ls — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Lexus ls have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2018 Lexus ls. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Lexus ls?

Across all 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are wheels, electrical system, seats.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.