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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2003 Lexus LS recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2003 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Apr 7, 200909E012000 | Exterior lightingDECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH. DetailsHide details for campaign 09E012000
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Owner complaints by component25
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 9 | 36 |
| Air bags | 3 | 12 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 12 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 8 |
| Tires | 2 | 8 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 4 |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 4 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 4 |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 4 |
| Wheels | 1 | 4 |
| Power train | 1 | 4 |
| Equipment | 1 | 4 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 4 |
| Fuel system | 1 | 4 |
| Gasoline | 1 | 4 |
1 more component with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Air bags
“TAKATA RECALL”
- Air bags
“I was involved in a collision. The front of my car my made full contact with the rear of the car in front of me. I was traveling at least 25 mph if not more before impact.”
- Air bags
“To whom it may concern: I am in receipt of a recall notice from lexus division toyota motor company in which there were numerous large block red lettered warnings informing me of this danger and the urgency of my…”
Other Lexus LS model years
- 20073 recalls139 complaints
- 20061 recall17 complaints
- 20051 recall26 complaints
- 20043 recalls36 complaints
- 20030 recalls24 complaints
- 20020 recalls37 complaints
- 20010 recalls57 complaints
- 20000 recalls13 complaints
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Other Lexus models
- 2003 RX0 recalls29 complaints
- 2003 ES0 recalls139 complaints
- 2003 IS0 recalls33 complaints
- 2003 GS0 recalls21 complaints
- 2003 GX2 recalls51 complaints
- 2003 LX3 recalls20 complaints
- 2003 SC4 recalls24 complaints
- 2015 NX3 recalls47 complaints
- 2024 TX4 recalls48 complaints
- 2015 RC3 recalls24 complaints
- 2010 HS7 recalls146 complaints
- 2011 CT1 recall27 complaints
2003 Lexus LS recall questions
How many recalls does the 2003 Lexus LS have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2003 Lexus LS. The most recent, 09E012000 (reported April 7, 2009), concerns exterior lighting. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2003 Lexus LS?
Structure is the most-reported component, named in 9 complaints out of 25 filed with NHTSA (36%). Across all complaints, owners reported 3 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2003 Lexus LS?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Toyota/Lexus recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Lexus dealer.
Check a specific Lexus by VIN
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