2019 Lexus LS 500
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Lexus LS 500 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 9 on record.
2019 Lexus LS 500 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2019 Lexus LS 500 recalls 3
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexu…
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts…
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyo…
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 2…
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus LS500, LC500, ES300h, UX250h, LS500h, Toyota Prius, RAV4 HV, 2019-2020 Toyota Prius Prime, and 2020 Corolla HV vehicles. The brake booster pump may fail causing a deactivation of the Vehicle Stability Control system and a loss of braking assist. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safet…
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake booster pump, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2019. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 and Lexus owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyo…
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. 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.
2019 Lexus LS 500 common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2019 Lexus LS 500 MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2019 Lexus LS 500 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2019 Lexus LS 500. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 99
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 99.
TSB: Some 2013 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit a hard start and/or MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ?DTC P0171 and/or P0174 (System Too Lean Bank 1/Bank 2) ?DTC P0087 Fuel Rail / System Pressure ?…
Bulletin LSB000523 · Fuel System, Gasoline, Electrical System · Feb 2023DL: On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was approved by the federal court. The settlement includes Lexus?s agreement to provide a Customer Support Program for certain 2013-2020 model year (MY) vehicles originally eq…
Bulletin 23LE01 · Fuel System, Gasoline · Feb 2023OBSOLETE NOTICE December 08, 2022: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0057-22
Bulletin L-SB-0043-20 Obs · Equipment · Dec 2022TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System, require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to delive…
Bulletin L-SB-0057-22 · Equipment · Dec 2022TSB: Some 2018 ? 2019 model year LS 500 and LS 500h and 2019 ? 2022 model year RX 350 and RX 450h vehicles may exhibit a condition where the rear combination lamp front corner on the right and/or left-hand side expands and contacts the body. This condition may…
Bulletin L-SB-0003-19 Rev · Structure, Exterior Lighting · Sep 2022TSB: Some 2018 ? 2021 model year LS 500 and LS 500h vehicles may exhibit a knock/clunk noise from the rear of the vehicle when applying the brakes while driving forward and/or in reverse. The noise is most noticeable when coming to a complete stop. New counter…
Bulletin LSB001322 · Service Brakes · Jun 2022TSB: Some 2018 ? 2021 model year LS 500 and LS 500h vehicles may exhibit a knock/clunk noise from the rear of the vehicle when applying the brakes while driving forward and/or in reverse. The noise is most noticeable when coming to a complete stop. New counter…
Bulletin LSB001322 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jun 2022TT: To improve guest support of telematics connected services features, additional resources have been provided in the Service Lane - Knowledge Center.
Bulletin LTT031622 · Communication · May 2022Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
Bulletin Safety Recall 22 · Equipment · Apr 2022TSB: Some 2018 ? 2019 model year LS 500 and LS 500h vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following HVAC conditions: ?Uneven temperature or air flow between the vents. ?Little or no air flow from the vent(s). ?Improper MODE control function. Additionally, so…
Bulletin L-SB-0010-22 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Electrical System, Equipment · Apr 2022Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the LS 500 FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 3
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2019 Lexus LS 500. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Seats And Restraints
Issue: On certain vehicles, the occupant classification system (OCS) may not work properly due to interference between seat components. As a result, the airbag system can turn off the passenger-front airbag even when a passenger is seated in the front passenger seat. Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with the Executive package. Safety Risk: An airbag syst…
Transport Canada #2024229 · Apr 2024Fuel System
Issue: On certain vehicles, the low-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, then engine may run rough or may not start and the check engine light may turn on. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while driving. Note: This recall is an expansion of recalls SRC R95/SRC R96 and SRC RA2/SRC RA3 (Transport Canada Recall Numbers 2020-005 and 2020-088). Safe…
Transport Canada #2020514 · Oct 2020Fuel System
Issue: On certain vehicles, the low-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, then engine may run rough or may not start and the check engine light may turn on. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while driving. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail and…
Transport Canada #2020005 · Jan 2020Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
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