Driver's seat is painful after 15 minutes. It is available for inspection. Causing shifting of position and pinching of nerves reduced feeling to foot. Problem has not been confirmed by dealer. Vehicle has been inspected by manufactures dealer. Problem first appeared 7/26/2025
The worst 2023 Lexus LS problems
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Recalls 2
Back over prevention: display function
- What is wrong
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1‑800‑331‑4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
Recall number 25V744000 · Recall details
Back over prevention: display function
- What is wrong
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Mirai, Lexus LS500, LS500H, 2023-2024 Lexus ES250, ES300H, ES350, 2024 Lexus LC500, and LC500H vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Due to incorrect programming of the parking-assist electronic control unit (ECU) software, the rearview camera image may not immediately display within a couple of seconds after the shifter is placed into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the parking assist ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1‑800‑331‑4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TA01 and 24LA01.
Recall number 24V124000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2023 Lexus LS 69
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Some 2018 – 2023 model year LC 500, and LC 500h, 2021 – 2023 model year LC 500c, 2018 – 2023 model year LS...
- Some 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a...
- A new head unit software update is available for 2023 – 2024 model year ES 250, ES 300h, ES 350, LS 500h,...
- Some customers may experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot...
- The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air...
- To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to...
- The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master...
- Flash reprogramming allows the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software to be updated without replacing the...
- Some 2010 – 2026 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard™. The...
- When certain vehicle ECUs are replaced, the ECU Security Key must be written in order for that ECU to...
2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6‑cyl Hybrid | AWD | 22 | 29 | 25 |
| 3.5L 6‑cyl Hybrid | RWD | 22 | 29 | 25 |
| 3.4L 6‑cyl | RWD | 18 | 29 | 22 |
| 3.4L 6‑cyl | AWD | 17 | 27 | 21 |
What 2023 Lexus LS owners say
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Questions about the 2023 Lexus LS
Is the 2023 Lexus LS reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2023 Lexus LS, fewer than a typical LS model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Lexus LS?
Seats, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2023 Lexus LS have?
2 recalls, covering back over prevention.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Lexus LS get?
Official estimates for the 2023 Lexus LS range from 21 to 25 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.5L 6-cyl hybrid, AWD) gets 22 city and 29 highway.
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