NHTSA model-year recall report

2018 Lexus LS Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Apr 17, 2024

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What the record says

This model year's count is above the Lexus LS average of 1.6 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Tires › Sidewall, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2018 Lexus LS recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 24V275000

Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Reported Apr 17, 2024

What is recalled

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."

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 19V134000

Tires › Sidewall

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Reported Feb 27, 2019

What is recalled

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Lexus LS vehicles equipped with run-flat tires with a sidewall reinforcement layer inside the tire. The tire-on-wheel assembly process may have caused the reinforcement layer to crack, possibly resulting in the tire tread layer separating from the tire.

Safety consequence

If the tire tread layer separates from the vehicle, vehicle handling and stability may be affected, increasing the risk of crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and Lexus dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began April 26, 2019. Owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. The Toyota number for this recall is KLC.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Lexus LS model years

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2018 Lexus LS recall questions

How many recalls does the 2018 Lexus LS have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2018 Lexus LS. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2018 Lexus LS?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology