1. Component is a sealant on the valley plate that covers a coolant passage, discovered when cabin heat not providing heat. 2. Coolant valley leak can lead to severe engine damage and mechanical failure, potentially causing the vehicle to stop working and increasing the risk of accidents. 3. Open sources appear a coolant valley leak is common with Lexus LS & GX 460, LX 570, "F" series cars and LC 500 models, and is an expensive repair from being labor intensive. 4. The vehicle has been inspected by the Lexus dealership.
The worst 2014 Lexus LS problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes2
- Engine1
Problems by type
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- Brakes2
- Engine1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2014 Lexus LS 16
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Some 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a...
- Some 2010 – 2026 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard™. The...
- Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a...
- Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a...
- Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad...
- Lexus vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal...
- Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical...
- The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix...
- The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air...
2014 Lexus LS fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0L 8‑cyl Hybrid | AWD | 19 | 23 | 20 |
| 4.6L 8‑cyl | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 |
| 4.6L 8‑cyl | AWD | 16 | 23 | 18 |
What 2014 Lexus LS owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2014 Lexus LS 460. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the ABS and several other warning lights illuminated, with a message to “Stop Driving Vehicle” displayed. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the ABS actuator needed to be replaced. The mechanic referred the contact to a dealer for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal was soft. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to TSB: L-SB-0009-23 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
Brake booster squeaks while in cool or cold weather
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Questions about the 2014 Lexus LS
Is the 2014 Lexus LS reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2014 Lexus LS, fewer than a typical LS model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2014 Lexus LS?
Brakes, with 2 complaints. Next is engine (1).
How many recalls does the 2014 Lexus LS have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Lexus LS get?
Official estimates for the 2014 Lexus LS range from 18 to 20 mpg combined. The most efficient version (5.0L 8-cyl hybrid, AWD) gets 19 city and 23 highway.
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