Lexus · LS · 2003
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Not Rated
The 2003 Lexus LS has 1 recall and 1 owner-reported complaint on file with NHTSA. Most reported issue: structure:body:trunk lid (1 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 22, 2026
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Remedy Status
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
I OWN A 2003 LEXUS LS430. I WAS OPENING MY TRUNK LID AND WHILE LEANING INTO THE TRUNK, THE TRUNK LID CAME DOWN ON MY BACK. THIS CAUSED A BAD BRUISE ON MY BACK AND A LOT OF PAIN. THE TRUNK STRUTS HAVE FAILED. *TR
The 2003 Lexus LS has 1 recall recorded by NHTSA.
NHTSA has received 1 owner-reported complaint for the 2003 Lexus LS.
NHTSA has not published a safety rating for the 2003 Lexus LS.
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2003 Lexus LS are structure:body:trunk lid (1 reports).
Yes. NHTSA has 1 recall on record for the 2003 Lexus LS. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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