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Lexus LS repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (7%)

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Lexus LS electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (12%)

$500 - $999 (24%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (30%)

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Chart based on 33 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2014 Lexus LS 4dr Sedan

360-horsepower 4.6L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

12000 mi bluetooth does not work; nav not reliable. 
15000 mi

US $500
new battery 

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2010 Lexus LS 4dr Sedan

380-horsepower 4.6L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

77000 mi

US $600
Heater wouldnt get warm. 

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2007 Lexus LS 4dr Sedan, ext.

380-horsepower 4.6L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

61000 mi

US $1200
Blower motor noisy. Required replacement of blower motor. 

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2007 Lexus LS 4dr Sedan

380-horsepower 4.6L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

104000 mi

US $1500
ECU Unit Wiper motor was replaced, problem reoccurred twice, then was told ECU unit needs replacement. 
60000 mi

US $940
Replaced the trunk pull down motor 

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2006 Lexus LS 4dr Sedan

278-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

170000 mi

US $380
Alternator failed and was replaced 

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2005 Lexus LS 4dr Sedan

290-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

87000 mi

US $10
Replaced motor in door lock actuator. Expect $500+ for dealer. Could pay someone knowledgable to install your $10 part - 2 hours time. 
240000 mi Windows were very slow and would stop sometimes 
46500 mi Laser cruise control not functioning well 
137000 mi

US $11
Replaced front passenger door look actuator motor 
177000 mi

US $690
System was drained and recharged 
188000 mi

US $145
Replaced battery 

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2004 Lexus LS 4dr Sedan

290-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

56000 mi

US $171
Replaced the worn door speakers and subwoofer. 
62000 mi

US $800
Unit that heats and cools driver seat failed. 
62700 mi

US $2000
Replaced compressor 
69000 mi

US $750
amplifier 
72000 mi

US $120
Battery replaced. We do this more frequently that most because we drive the car so little. Even with regular external charging, batteries do not last quite as long. 
73000 mi

US $2000
A/C compressor 
108000 mi

US $160
Simple recharge of refrigerant. Last recharge was 2013. Prior to that, no A/C issues for 7 years. Lexus/Toyota A/C is very cold, best ever owned. 
104000 mi

US $100
Replace failing battery 

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2003 Lexus LS 4dr Sedan

290-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

175000 mi

US $70
Water coming from dash on passenger side. Fan would stop working. Found drain was clogged. 

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2002 Lexus LS 4dr Sedan

290-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

118880 mi

C $226
New key, programming to sync with car 
121440 mi

C $171
Battery replacement 
129464 mi

C $229
Diagnose why power telescope steering not working; change programming of remote lock; disable automatic tilt-away when exiting car. 
138506 mi replace rear brake light bulb 
138880 mi Replacement battery; existing Delco battery unable to hold a charge. 
167419 mi

C $369
Replace front right headlight washer. Lube oil filter, differential fluid change. 
174444 mi

C $2023
Diagnose why cruise control not working. Engine code P11572: laser module out of alignment by 2 degrees. Repair not performed, requires Lexus dealership to perform work. 
150000 mi

US $20
Front Passenger door lock actuator stoped working. Replaced motor inside then works again. 
124889 mi

US $130
Electrical system went haywire due to failure of alternator. Replaced alternator and system now works correctly. 

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2001 Lexus LS 4dr Sedan

290-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

98800 mi

US $11
Driver's side door lock actuator failed. 

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1998 Lexus LS

Engine not specified

232000 mi

US $550
starter, valve cover gaskets, spark plugs 

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1997 Lexus LS 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 2WD

205000 mi

US $800
Alternator replaced, water pump 

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Lexus LS Electrical Problems

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