1.8

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
89,643 miles

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problem #7

Nov 252020

LS 460

  • 171,000 miles
When driving warning lights came on vsc(vehicle stability control), traction control, check engine; warning text to take to dealer. The cruise control did not work and the performance of the motor declined, loss of power and excessive engine noise. When stationary upon inspection both high pressure fuel pumps that reside in the rear top of the valve covers showed signs of leaking gasoline and oil. The passenger side was so bad that the chance of igniting was imminent, as it leaked onto the exhaust below and came in contact with an O2 sensor directly below on the engine block, that has an electrical connector. My vehicle currently has 170K miles. At 85K miles the recall #10V30900 (valve springs) was performed. Upon investigation this recall was incomplete as it did not include a serviceable part gasket #2322438010 that should have been included in the "valve spring kit"#0400037338. This gasket is always replaced when the fuel pumps are removed. It resides in the valve cover under the removable fuel pump plate. All other serviceable gaskets in the fuel pump were included: 2 O-rings for mount bolts, 2 ring gaskets for fuel dampener, 1pump to plate gasket but not the plate to valve cover gadket. This is a known leaking problem for 2007-2008 LS460 (years included in the recall), most commonly seen as oil leaks at the valve cover but mine and others show degradation to where gas leaks from the pump to plate gasket as well. The possibility of a severely deteriated gasket at the valve cover #2322438010 has the possibility of pieces falling into the moveable parts area that were the reason for the recall. This non replaced gasket should have been replaced and it has created a fire hazard. I currently show dtc P0455, P0441, P0455, P0441. The P0012 vsc error has resolved recently after clearing the memory.

- Bremerton, WA, USA

problem #6

Jan 182020

LS 460 8-cyl

  • 158,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Lexus LS460. The contact stated a strong odor of fuel emitted through the vehicle vent into the cabin. The contact became aware of the odor when attempted to drive or when the vehicle was in idle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for a diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and dealership was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was approximately 158,000.

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

problem #5

Sep 252018

LS 460 8-cyl

  • 128,000 miles
ABS actuator and or brake accumulator defective. Recall needs to be extended for remaining vehicles to be safe. This vehicle as never taken in for the recall. After purchase and driving the vehicle for approx. 4 hours all brake malfunction lights and warnings came on. Warnings indicate the vehicle is unsafe to operate. I appreciate any feed back on this problem and thank you in advance. [xxx] concerned driver. There is an open recall for the fuel line for this vehicle as well. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Cosby, TN, USA

problem #4

Mar 262018

LS 460

  • 100,502 miles
Purchased a 2007 Lexus LS460 on March 5th, got a prepurchase inspection and there are multiple things that have gone wrong. The latest repair needed is the fuel pressure sensor, costs approx $1525 at the dealer. I contacted Lexus to see if this would be part of the recall and case manager amanda deantonio stated that based on the miles, age and my service history, loyalty to Lexus, they can not assist me with getting this repair done. I am awaiting a supervisor to call me back regarding the repair that I believe should be covered under the "fuel pressure sensor" leak, elf campaign. On May 15, 2015, the gasket was replaced and the fuel pressure sensor sealing surface was repaired. I am now looking at a safety issue with this vehicle I purchased due the fuel pressure sensor shorting out my ECM, which has caused my car not to start. I am asking Lexus to replace this part at no charge due to the faulty part. Consequently, the fuel pressure sensor is installed where the plating material on the gasket seating surface is.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

problem #3

Jan 062017

LS 460

  • 70,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Lexus Ls 460. While driving various speeds, a fuel odor emitted inside the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the vehicle was leaking fuel and the fuel pressure sensor seal and unknown gaskets needed to be replaced. The contact mentioned that the failure recurred after the vehicle was serviced per NHTSA campaign number: 14V647000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.

- Missouri City, TN, USA

problem #2

Apr 052015

LS 460 8-cyl

  • miles
An interim notice was issued October 15, 2014. Almost six months have passed, and I have not received a notice to have a resolution to this potentially explosive problem.

- Leesburg, FL, USA

problem #1

Jan 122015

LS 460

  • miles
The contact owns a 2007 Lexus Ls 460. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V647000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the parts needed to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Sugerland, TN, USA