Buying a used 2018 Lexus LS? Check these 2 recalls first
Two recalls stand out for this year, both safety-related but neither with a stop-driving or park-outside advisory: run-flat tires that may shed their tread, and a front passenger seat sensor that can misread the occupant, which affects how the airbag system behaves. NHTSA lists 10 unverified owner complaints with no crashes, fires, or injuries reported; wheels and electrical system are each cited three times, roughly consistent with the tire and sensor recalls.
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.
- Confirm whether the recalled run-flat tires were replaced and check the date codes on all four.
- Sit in the front passenger seat and verify the airbag on/off indicator responds correctly.
- Check that no airbag or tire pressure warning lights stay lit after startup.
- 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 may shed their tread | Tires | high |
| Lexus LS front passenger seat 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 |