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2011 Lexus LS460Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 13 owner complaints for the 2011 Lexus LS460. Most complaints involve service brakes (5) and electrical system (2). The EPA rates it 18–19 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
18–19mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
13
Top: service brakes
Fuel cost / yr
$4,050est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2011 Lexus LS460 as of Nov 7, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 7, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

13 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2011 – Jul 2024
  1. Service brakes5
  2. Electrical system2
  3. Steering1
  4. Fuel/propulsion system1
  5. Engine1
  6. Engine and engine cooling1
  7. Suspension1
  8. Other / unknown4

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 LS460 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
201113
20128
20139
20148
20154
20166
20172
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 7, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Service brakes

5 reports1 crash
“ABS Modulator has failed on mine and thousands of owners across the US & the World. Toyota/Lexus knows about this and has issued TSIB's for several models including the LS460 from 2007-2017 up to a certain mileage. My vehicle has too many miles to be included in this, but the safety of my vehicle is in serious risk due to a problem that they have known about for many years, but have failed to do a recall on all of these vehicles. The repair costs on average $2,000 to $4,000.00.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 14, 2024Service brakesODI 11602022

Electrical system

2 reports
“VEHICLE BLOWER MORTOR MAKE LOUD NOISE AND GO BAD . INSIDE INTERIOR NEAR DOOR WAYS BEGAIN TO PEAL .”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Feb 7, 2019Electrical system, Unknown or otherODI 11175102

Steering

1 report
“Steering system makes noise when the steering wheel is turned. The steering has a "sticking" characteristic on the highway, making it unsafe to drive due to minor adjustments over center causing the steering rack to temporarily "lock up", then dart left or right when more force is applied. Owner contacted Lexus Corporate about this issue, but they were uncooperative.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 27, 2023SteeringODI 11529172
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 7, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Midsize Cars
Engines
4.6L 8-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S8)
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 7, 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 460
Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
162419$4,050468
LS 460 AWD
Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.6 L · All-Wheel Drive
162318$4,300494
  • LS 460
    Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.6 L
    16 city · 24 hwy · $4,050/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
  • LS 460 AWD
    Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.6 L
    16 city · 23 hwy · $4,300/yr
    18
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 7, 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 2011 Lexus LS460 as of Nov 7, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 7, 2026Vehicle 618Vehicle 438
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

2011 LS460 questions

How many recalls does the 2011 Lexus LS460 have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 7, 2026.

What are the most common 2011 Lexus LS460 problems?

Owners filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are service brakes (5), electrical system (2), steering (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2011 Lexus LS460 get?

The EPA rates the 2011 Lexus LS460 at 18–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 7, 2026