this vehicle stalled while driving on a highway without any sign or warning. on some occasions the vehicle will not stop. I reported this to Lexus company / Manufacturer
2008 Lexus LS: engine stalls while driving
5 of the 43 complaints about the 2008 Lexus LS describe engine stalls while driving.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 12%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Engine stalls while driving by model year
- 20184
- 20091
- 20085
- 20041
What owners say
Purchased a used 2008 Lexus LS460 and within about two hours the vehicle abruptly and completely shut down while driving in traffic, with no warning and no practical ability to predict the failure or safely pull off the road. Near collisions were narrowly avoided only because other drivers swerved or slammed on brakes. At the time of purchase there were no warning lights illuminated, but immediately after the shutdown multiple warning lights illuminated (including brake/ABS/stability-related warnings as documented by an independent service center). The vehicle was inspected the next day by an independent service center, which documented multiple diagnostic trouble codes across major systems and stated that repairs would be in the thousands and not recommended. The inspection also noted indications consistent with diagnostic codes having been cleared prior to purchase, and the battery at inspection could not hold a charge aiding the clearing of codes. The vehicle had no functional exhaust system (mufflers cut off), creating a carbon monoxide exposure risk that was only mitigated because the driver had the windows down unknowingly to the leak. The service center also reported tires beyond safe wear limits that were not readily visible without lifting the vehicle. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request and has not yet been inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 lexus ls460. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the vsc (vehicle stability control) warning light illuminated. The contact stated that on several occasions the accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to exceed 30 MPH. The contact stated that on one occasion while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was unresponsive while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The contact then depressed the accelerator to the floorboard and the vehicle responded and exceeded safe driving speeds. The contact stated that the vehicle was uncontrollable. The vehicle was taken to two independent mechanics where the cause of the failure was not determined. Herrin-gear lexus located at (1685 high st, jackson, ms 39202) was contacted and informed of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted or informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 163,000.
My car is stalling all the lights are on. I was told that the recall was out for this one.
My lexus ls460 spontaneously started on fire in a public parking lot. No warning lights ,no known car problems. I had parked my car to run into a store. When I turned it off it made a loud repetitive clacking sound. I turned it back on and turned it off again. Same thing. I turned it back on and tried to back up but it stalled. Started to smell... Something was burning and smoke was coming from the engine under the hood. Became very clear that the engine was on fire. I called 911 and the fire department responded. Afterwards, I asked them if they could tell how it started ...they said no but it was electrical. I will have a report from the fire department in a week.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- Toyota is recalling 214,570 my 2006-2008 lexus is, my 2006-2007 gs and my 2007-2008 ls passenger vehicles equipped with aluminum fuel delivery pipes (fuel rails). Ethanol fuels with a low moisture content will corrode the internal surface of the fuel rails. As this condition progresses, the engine malfunction indicator light may illuminate.
- Risk
- Over time, the corrosion may create a pinhole resulting in fuel leakage. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during february 2009. Owners may contact toyota/lexus at 1‑800‑255‑3987.
Recall number 09V020000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2008 Lexus LS stalling
Is engine stalls while driving a common problem on the 2008 Lexus LS?
5 of 43 owner complaints about the 2008 Lexus LS (12%) mention engine stalls while driving. The model year with the most reports is 2008.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2008 Lexus LS?
There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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