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2005 Lexus LS recalls and problems

The 2005 Lexus LS has 1 safety recall and 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Lexus dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
5
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2005 Lexus LS vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Lexus LS recalls

Recall 06V-096: Air Bags

Reported Apr 3, 2006 · 133 vehicles affected · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: On certain vehicles, due to improper assembly of the air bag inflator, which is used in the side air bag, the curtain shield air bag, and the knee air bag assembly, some inflators were produced with an insufficient amount of the heating agents necessary for proper air bag deployment. In this condition, the expansion force of the gas may be insufficient to properly inflate the air bag when the SRS system is activated during a crash.

Risk: This may increase the risk of injury to the occupant in the involved seating position in the event of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the specific SRS air bag. The recall began on april 6, 2006. Owners may contact toyota at 1-888-270-9371, scion at 1-866-548-1851, or lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

2005 Lexus LS problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train2
Unknown or Other2
Wheels1
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft — 1
  • Wheels › Hub — 1
  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 38,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2005 Lexus LS complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · at 79,526 miles · reported Aug 30, 2018
The car is equipped with the automatic door closing system, which malfunctioned, causing rear side passenger door to be incapable of securely being closed. When the doors are softly partially shut, this system grabs the door and finishes completely shutting the door flush to the outer body of the car. When the system fails, the door cannot be shut even manually. If this were to happen while on a trip, the door would flop open and closed and be a serious hazard and danger to passengers, other traffic and the possibility that the door might come completely off the body of the car. Fortunately…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Lexus LS have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Lexus LS: 06V-096 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Lexus LS?

Owners report power train problems most often (2 reports), followed by unknown or other (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 38,500 miles.

Are Lexus recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lexus dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.