2011 Lexus LX570 recalls and problems

The 2011 Lexus LX570 has 3 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Lexus dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2011 Lexus LX570 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2011 Lexus LX570 recalls

Recall 18V-887: Seat Belts, Air Bags

Reported Dec 13, 2018 · 89,740 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX 570 vehicles. Over time, the seat belt tension sensor wire harness may break and deactivate the front passenger air bag, knee air bag, and passenger seat-mounted side airbag.

Risk: In the event of a crash, deactivated air bags can increase the risk of injury .

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the front passenger seat belt assembly or replace it with an improved one, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are Lexus Interim J2L and Remedy JLL, Toyota Interim J15 and Remedy J05.

Recall 17V-548: Air Bags

Reported Aug 31, 2017 · 21 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2016 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2006 Lexus LX470, and 2008-2013 Lexus LX570 vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect driver or front passenger air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: An incorrect driver or front passenger air bag may not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0S. Lexus' number for this recall is HLD.

Recall 11V-113: Vehicle Speed Control

Reported Feb 24, 2011 · 1,363,244 vehicles affected · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 lexus lx570, 2003 through 2009 toyota 4runner, and 2006 through 2010 rav4 vehicles. The accelerator pedal can get stuck in the wide open position due to its being trapped by an unsecured or incompatible driver's floor mat.

Risk: A stuck open accelerator pedal may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.

Fix: The remedy is now available. The safety recall began early april 2011. The remedy will involve modification or replacement of the accelerator pedal and replacement of any toyota all-weather floor mat. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331 or lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

2011 Lexus LX570 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Air Bags1

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Recent 2011 Lexus LX570 complaints

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

Air Bags · reported Jul 17, 2018
The airbag light comes on in the dash indicating a problem with the system. The passenger airbag light also indicates the passenger airbag is off. The light was coming on intermittently, but now it comes on 90% of the time as soon as I start my vehicle. I took it to the dealer today and it cost me $100 just for them to look at it. The dealer states it could need a new seat belt tension sensor power source which is $650. They are not sure if it will correct the problem or require additional parts. I did a search on the internet and the issues is documented on many forums. I believe the car…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Lexus LX570 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2011 Lexus LX570: 18V-887 (seat belts, air bags), 17V-548 (air bags), 11V-113 (vehicle speed control). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Lexus LX570?

Owners report air bags problems most often (1 reports).

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.