2012 Lexus LS: common problems and reliability
An average LS year.
21 owner complaints, most about air bags. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2012 LS?The 2012 Lexus LS has 21 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are air bags and service brakes.
Safety record for the 2012 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2012 Lexus LS vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other LS years only. How we score it
Is 2012 a good year for the LS?
Across the 27 LS model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2023) to 182 (2008). With 21 complaints, the 2012 LS sits about the same as 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.
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
Compare every LS year side by side to see how 2012 ranks against the rest.
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