Buying a used 2018 Lexus LS? Check these 2 recalls first
The 2018 Lexus LS has 2 recalls in this group: run-flat tires that can lose tread and a passenger-airbag sensor that may misread the occupant. Tire identification and airbag recall documentation are therefore central to reviewing this record. NHTSA lists 10 unverified owner complaints, with no crashes, fires, or injuries recorded in the supplied figures. Listed areas are unknown or other issues at 3, wheels at 3, electrical system at 3, and seats at 1.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify tire-recall completion and identify the currently installed tires.
- Obtain passenger-airbag sensor recall repair documentation.
- Ask about wheel, electrical, and seat problems and request related repair records.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Lexus dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2018 Lexus LS
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Lexus LS Run-Flat Tires Can Lose Tread | Tires | high |
| Lexus LS Passenger Airbag Sensor May Misread Occupant | AIR Bags | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
10 complaints filed for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 3 | None found |
| Electrical System | 3 | None found |
| Seats | 1 | None found |
| Fuel System | 1 | None found |
| Power Train | 1 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 1 | None found |