2009 Lexus LS: common problems and reliability
An average LS year.
37 owner complaints, most about service brakes. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2009 LS?The 2009 Lexus LS has 37 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are service brakes and engine. Owners most often flag early model year issues: 2009-2010 models have a noted rod bearing failure issue. first-year 2007 models are considered less reliable.
Safety record for the 2009 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2009 Lexus LS vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other LS years only. How we score it
Is 2009 a good year for the LS?
Across the 27 LS model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2023) to 182 (2008). With 37 complaints, the 2009 LS sits above the model's median of 23.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
What owners say across generations
The sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, characterized by deep owner loyalty and satisfaction with the vehicle's core mission of providing unparalleled long-term comfort, refinement, and reliability.
- RecurrentEarly model year issues
2009-2010 models have a noted rod bearing failure issue. First-year 2007 models are considered less reliable.
Owner insights cover all generations of the LS. See the full LS owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used LS listings typically run $35,857–$43,700.
Other LS model years
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