Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2008 Lexus LS460, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Service brakes31
- Unknown or other9
- Vehicle speed control7
- Electrical system7
- Structure7
- Engine and engine cooling5
- Power train5
- Engine4
- Visibility3
- Electronic stability control (esc)3
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 4 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
In the Netherlands
24 first registered in 2008 are on Dutch roads; 63% arrived later as imports. Median list price when new: €124,570.
Most common APK defects
- Waarschuwingsinrichting controlesysteem bandenspanning geeft12
- Bandenspanning niet op juiste waarde11
- As of wielgeleidingselement ondeugdelijk8
- Stadslicht werkt niet (goed)7
- Dimlicht onjuist afgesteld6
- Band onvoldoende profiel3
- Mechanische delen van het remsysteem vertonen slijtage3
- Band beschadigd3
Colours
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles and APK defects (CC0) · defect descriptions in the RDW's Dutch wording
In Finland
6 of these cars first registered in 2008 were in use in Finland on 30 Jun 2026, with an average of 159,000 km on the odometer at their last inspection.
Traficom (Finnish Transport and Communications Agency), open data on vehicles in use · CC BY 4.0
In New Zealand
95 2008 cars are on the New Zealand register; 89% arrived as used imports, 7% were sold new in New Zealand.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Recalls
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.
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.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Lexus told its dealers about the 2008 Lexus LS460: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 10214355 | Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022 |
| 10210374 | TSB: This Service Bulletin includes procedures to replace damaged or loose front carpet floor retainer(s) without replacing the carpet assembly. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to replace the loose or damaged carpet floor retainer(s). |
| 10209023 | TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This service bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare the interior of the vehicle prior to an odor remediation being performed, as well as contact information for an approved vendor who will arrange the remediation, and instructions on how to prepare the int |
| 10207945 | POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests it. Customers can find this information on the Owner?s section of Lexus.com. Dealers can locate a copy of this guide on the Claims Processing & Resource Center in Dealer Daily as well. |
| 10205385 | Bluetooth Connectivity for Apple Devices Upgraded to iOS 8.0.X |
| 10205383 | Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior |
| 10205365 | Vehicle no start, Start Stop Run Button LED - Lexus Models with Smart Key with LED |
| 10205356 | HOD Navigation Map Update Process |
| 10205354 | HDD Navigation Kprogrlam Setup |
| 10205352 | Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning |
| 10205346 | Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautions |
| 10205341 | HDD Navigation Program Setup |
| 10205340 | HVAC Odor Maintenance |
| 10205339 | Wiper Blade Maintenance and Cleaning |
| 10205337 | Front Brake Vibration |
| 10205331 | Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset |
| 10205330 | Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset |
| 10205329 | Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset. |
| 10205327 | Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure. |
| 10205319 | Brake Pedal Force Gauge SST for Parking Brake Inspection. |
| 10205312 | Theft Deterrent/Keyless Entry. |
| 10205297 | World Standard Automatic Transmission Fluid |
| 10205129 | HDD Navigation Map Update Process - Lexus models equipped with Hard Disk Drive (HOD) Navigation require a Special Service Tool and follow a unique process for updating map, points of interest, and system software. Instead of individual DVDs installed into the vehicle, all Map Data is uploaded directly to the HOD system. |
| 10204556 | TSB: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a level surface with a consistent plane. If a level surface with a consistent plane is not available, use the Floor Slope Compensation Procedure in this service bulletin in conjunction with the appropriate model and model year Repair Manual instructions when adjusting the millimeter wave radar sensor. |
| 10201403 | OBSOLETE NOTICE July 26, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0024-21. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)