Model year guide

2022 Lexus LS 500

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2022 Lexus LS 500 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2022 Lexus LS 500 — representative photo
Representative photo

2022 Lexus LS 500 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined22 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2022 Lexus LS 500 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2022 Lexus LS 500.

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.

2022 Lexus LS 500 MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,750
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S10)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume99 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$6,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2022 Lexus LS 500 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,750
Fuel only$18,750
Per mile$0.25

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

Length
206.3 in
Width
74.8 in
Height
57.5 in
Wheelbase
123.2 in
Curb weight
4,938 lb
Front track
64.6 in
Rear track
64.6 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2022 Lexus LS 500. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 69

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 69.

Some 2018 – 2023 model year LC 500, and LC 500h, 2021 – 2023 model year LC 500c, 2018 – 2023 model year LS 500, and LS 500h, 2015 model year RX 450h, and 2018 – 2022 model year RX 450h vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the brake, ABS, and/or TRAC warni…

Bulletin L-SB-0028-26 · Service Brakes · Sep 2026

OBSOLETE NOTICE February 2, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0004-26.

Bulletin L-SB-0057-22 Rev2 · Electrical System · Feb 2026

Some 2018 – 2025 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.

Bulletin L-SB-0004-26 · Electrical System · Jan 2026

Some 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to pr…

Bulletin L-SB-0030-24 Rev2 · Structure · Dec 2025

Some customers may experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot resolve on their own. These resources, in conjunction with the Repair Manual, are for dealership personnel to assist those customers with user issues, user e…

Bulletin L-TT-0326-23 Rev2 · Electrical System · Aug 2025

The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.

Bulletin L-SB-0043-23 Rev1 · Electrical System · Jun 2025

22LD03 Expired on May 31, 2025 The subject vehicles are equipped with a Road Sign Assist (RSA) driver assistance feature. This feature uses the forward recognition camera to detect objects and provide information to the driver about specific road signs. Due to…

Bulletin 22LD03 · Electrical System · Jun 2025

22LD03 Expired on May 31, 2025 TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN 22LD03 REPROGRAMMING FOR FORWARD RECOGNITION CAMERA CERTAIN 2022 MODEL YEAR LEXUS LS500

Bulletin 22LD03 · Electrical System · Jun 2025

To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested b…

Bulletin L-TT-0341-25 · Electrical System · Apr 2025

To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested b…

Bulletin L-TT-0341-25 · Electrical System · Apr 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the LS 500 RWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2022 Lexus LS 500 vehicles on record

Other Lexus LS 500 model years

2022 Lexus LS 500 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Lexus LS 500 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2022 Lexus LS 500. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2022 Lexus LS 500 get?

The 2022 Lexus LS 500 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 22 mpg combined (18 city / 29 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.