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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2019 Lexus LS

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

1Recalls
1Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE LEXUS LS

The Lexus LS is Toyota's flagship full-size luxury sedan, pitched squarely at buyers cross-shopping the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7 Series. For 2019 through 2021, the fifth-generation LS brings a long-wheelbase cabin, available hybrid powertrain, and a reputation for hushed refinement to the upper end of the American luxury market. It is a low-volume, high-prestige vehicle where safety credentials matter as much as comfort.

VERDICT

The 2019 Lexus LS has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Lexus LS as one of the most refined and serene cabins in the full-size luxury segment, praising its exceptionally quiet ride, high-quality interior materials, and composed highway behavior. Some note that its driving dynamics feel more oriented toward comfort than outright sportiness, and a few point to the infotainment interface as a weak spot relative to German rivals. Overall, the consensus treats it as a compelling, distinctly Japanese alternative to European flagships.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER24V275000

Risk: Incorrect detection of an occupant may result in improper air bag deployment during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the front passenger seat, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 24LA03.

Reported 2024-04-17

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsEngine 1

Other LS years

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Lexus Ls 2019. Methodology · Disclosure