Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 1.5× | 2 | — | Few |
| 2018 | 2 | 2.0× | 2 | Airbag | Few |
| 2015 | 0 | −33% | 2 | — | Few |
| 2014 | 0 | −33% | 2 | — | Few |
| 2013 | 6 | 4.0× | 2 | Airbag | Average |
| 2012 | 0 | −33% | 2 | — | Few |
| 2011 | 1 | 1.5× | 3 | Airbag | Few |
| 2010 | 3 | 2.0× | 3 | Airbag | Few |
| 2009 | 4 | 3.0× | 3 | Acceleration | Few |
| 2008 | 0 | −33% | 3 | — | Few |
* Complaints compared with the median LX570 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Lexus LX570 problems
Latest Lexus LX570 recalls
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
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…
Remedy: 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.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
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…
Remedy: 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.
Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX 570 vehicles. Over time, the seat belt tension sensor wire harness may break and deactivate the front passenger air bag, knee air bag, and passenger seat-mounted side airbag.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the front passenger seat belt assembly or replace it with an improved one, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019.
Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2016 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2006 Lexus LX470, and 2008-2013 Lexus LX570 vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect driver or front passenger air bag.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 Lexus lx570, 2003 through 2009 Toyota 4runner, and 2006 through 2010 rav4 vehicles. The accelerator pedal can get stuck in the wide open position due to its being trapped by an unsecured or incompatible driver's floor mat.
Remedy: The remedy is now available. The safety recall began early April 2011. The remedy will involve modification or replacement of the accelerator pedal and replacement of any Toyota all-weather floor mat.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Lexus LX570 should you avoid?
None of the Lexus LX570 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
What is the best year for the Lexus LX570?
2008 has the fewest complaints compared with other LX570 years at the same age, followed by 2012 and 2014. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Lexus LX570 problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the air bags (10), seat belts (5) and speed control & acceleration (1). Airbag complaints peak in the 2013 model year.
How many recalls has the Lexus LX570 had?
5 recalls across 2008–2019. The model year with the most is 2008. See all Lexus LX570 recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.