The following chart shows the Lexus models that have had the most problems reported. Note that a model on the top of the list may simply indicate that it is a popular model rather than a problematic car. For example, over the years, Lexus has sold far more ES350 model cars than the SC300 model.
Owners of Lexus cars have reported a total of 12,701 problems across all Lexus models built from 2026 to 2001. The average number of problems per model year in this period, reported across all Lexus models, is 432.7. Cars from Lexus's 2007 model year have the most problems reported (1,986 problems).
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The following chart shows the most common problems reported across all models of Lexus cars. The number one most common problem of Lexus cars is related to the vehicle's air bags, with 2,171 problems reported. The second most common Lexus car problem is related to the vehicle's equipment (1,273 problems).
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