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2019 Lexus LS 500HRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints for the 2019 Lexus LS 500H. Most complaints involve fuel/propulsion system (2) and power train (1). The EPA rates it 26–28 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
26–28mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
3
Top: fuel/propulsion system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,750est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2019 Lexus LS 500H as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

3 complaints filed with NHTSA · Nov 2020 – May 2023
  1. Fuel/propulsion system2
  2. Power train1
  3. Wheels1
  4. Other / unknown1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each LS 500H model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
20193
20220
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Fuel/propulsion system

2 reports
“I have a 2019 LS500 I’ve been hearing noise from my tires and Also my tire shredded literally at 3k miles. It took manufacture 6 months after that to recall all 4 tires. I was very scared to drive the car. When it happened I was going 80. The car swerved all over the highway. If there had been a car near me it most likely would have been fatal. The absolute most terrifying experience I have ever been through. I feel they should have replaced all the sorry [XXX] run-flats way sooner I drive all over us. Buying this Lexus 500 LS has this far been a horrible DANGEROUS mistake. I need this problem fixed or I need my full money back.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 7, 2023Power train, Unknown or other, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11520866

Power train

1 report

Wheels

1 report
“THE TIRES WORE OUT ON THE OUTSIDES EDGES WITH ONLY 15,000 MILES OF USE ON THE CAR.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 19, 2021WheelsODI 11412925
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Midsize Cars
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl hybrid
Transmissions
Automatic (AV-S10)
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
LS 500h
Auto (AV-S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
253328$2,750317
LS 500h AWD
Auto (AV-S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
233126$3,000343
  • LS 500h
    Auto (AV-S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    25 city · 33 hwy · $2,750/yr
    28
    mpg comb.
  • LS 500h AWD
    Auto (AV-S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    23 city · 31 hwy · $3,000/yr
    26
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2019 Lexus LS 500H as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 13184Vehicle 13183
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2019 LS 500H questions

How many recalls does the 2019 Lexus LS 500H have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.

What are the most common 2019 Lexus LS 500H problems?

Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are fuel/propulsion system (2), power train (1), wheels (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2019 Lexus LS 500H get?

The EPA rates the 2019 Lexus LS 500H at 26–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026