Does the 2021 Lexus LS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 Lexus LS, the most recent reported on April 17, 2024 (Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Lexus LS?

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (1 complaints), followed by exterior lighting (1).

How many 2021 Lexus LS complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 5 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2021 Lexus LS recalls and problems

1 recall and 5 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Lexus LS.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2021 Lexus LS recalls

Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger

NHTSA campaign 24V275000 · reported April 17, 2024 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 509 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Lexus LS500 and 2018-2020 Lexus LS500 Hybrid vehicles equipped with the "Executive Package." The front passenger seat may have been assembled with interference between internal parts that can cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor to incorrectly detect the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk: Incorrect detection of an occupant may result in improper air bag deployment during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine1
Exterior lighting1
Tires1
Unknown or other1
Wheels1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

May 26, 2026 · Engine
My vehicle has the V6 twin turbo engine that’s been recalled on other years and models and was diagnosed with an internal engine failure. The mechanic at the dealership couldn’t figure out the problem so an expert TAS Lexus specialist was called in and couldn’t figure out the problem either. They’ve had the car for 3…

Apr 29, 2026 · Exterior lighting
Both headlight assemblies on a 2021 Lexus LS 500 show external lens delamination, along with visible condensation inside the sealed units. The vehicle has been garage kept, has not been involved in any accidents, and has no external damage to the headlight assemblies. The outer lens surfaces are deteriorating, and…

Apr 14, 2025 · Unknown or other
I was driving and my sunroof exploded sounding like a gun shot. The sunroof shattered and was blown apart on all 4 sides. Glass fell in my face and all over me

Nov 21, 2024 · Tires
OEM Bridgestone Turanza EL440 RFT 245/45 R20 These tires have not retained recommended air pressure for more than a few weeks at a time since new. Inspection earlier this year by a Bridgestone dealer found no problem with a tire that had lost 5 psi in a week. The tire subsequently began making a rotational noise that…

Jan 14, 2024 · Wheels
The car slipped because of tread wear on the inner side of all four tires. Car has manufacturer installed tires.

LS model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2018	2	15
2019	1	1
2020	1	0
2021	1	5
2023	2	1
2024	2	0

Across all years, the 2007 LS has the most complaints (45). All Lexus LS years →

Questions

Does the 2021 Lexus LS have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 Lexus LS, the most recent reported on April 17, 2024 (Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Lexus LS?: Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (1 complaints), followed by exterior lighting (1).
How many 2021 Lexus LS complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 5 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 26, 2026.