2016 Lexus Ls460: Problems & Reliability
BEST2016 Lexus LS460: BEST — 6 owner complaints, 0.7× the LS460 median year by raw count; top issue: engine (2 complaints).
The Lexus LS460 isn't scored by the verdict engine yet, so the 2016 is ranked on volume — owner complaints plus a quarter weight for service bulletins. It ranks 10th of 11 model years from 2007 to 2017, one of the two lightest records among years at least a year old.
Sources: NHTSA owner complaints (ODI), recall campaigns and manufacturer service bulletins, CarWhere verified buyer prices · Model years 2007–2017 compared · Updated 2026-11-07 · By CarWhere Research · Methodology
6
NHTSA complaints
0.7×
vs. median LS460 year
153
Service bulletins
0
Recall campaigns
Most-reported 2016 Lexus LS460 problems
Engine is the clear leader, named in 33% of complaints.
| Component | Complaints | Share of 2016 complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 2 | 33% |
| Engine | 2 | 33% |
| Air bags | 1 | 17% |
| Steering | 1 | 17% |
| Electrical system | 1 | 17% |
A complaint can name more than one component, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2016 Lexus LS460 recalls
No recall campaigns are on federal record for the 2016 Lexus LS460.
2016 Lexus LS460 service bulletins
The manufacturer has filed 153 technical service bulletins with NHTSA for the 2016 — close to the 191 of the median LS460 year from 2007 to 2017. Coded bulletins most often cover electrical system (46), equipment adaptive/mobility (13), wheels (10). Bulletins are repair instructions for dealer technicians, not recalls.
The 2016 vs. the year before and after
From the 2015 to the 2016, owner complaints rose 50% (4 → 6). The 2017 that followed fell by more than half (6 → 2), so the 2017 has the lighter record so far.
| Model year | Verdict | Complaints | Bulletins | Recalls | Avg. buyer-paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 LS460 | — | 4 | 222 | 1 | — |
| 2016 (this page) | BEST | 6 | 153 | 0 | — |
| 2017 LS460 | BEST | 2 | 114 | 0 | — |
Prices are averages of CarWhere verified buyer transactions (shown when 3+ deals exist for the year). Full year-by-year table: Lexus LS460 years to avoid.
What to check on a used 2016 Lexus LS460
Engine (2 complaints on the 2016): cold-start it yourself and listen for ticking or knocking; check for oil leaks, low coolant and a lit check-engine light, and ask for oil-change records.
Air bags (1 complaint on the 2016): confirm the air bag warning light goes out after start-up and that every air bag recall was completed on this VIN.
Steering (1 complaint on the 2016): check for a steering warning light, heavy or notchy steering at parking speed, and clunks over bumps.
Electrical system (1 complaint on the 2016): test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system, and have the car scanned for stored fault codes.
Tires (1 complaint on the 2016): check tread depth and date codes, and look for uneven wear that points to alignment problems.
Nearby LS460 years with a better rating: 2017.
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FAQ
Is the 2016 Lexus LS460 reliable?
2016 Lexus LS460: BEST — 6 owner complaints, 0.7× the LS460 median year by raw count; top issue: engine (2 complaints). The Lexus LS460 isn't scored by the verdict engine yet, so the 2016 is ranked on volume — owner complaints plus a quarter weight for service bulletins. It ranks 10th of 11 model years from 2007 to 2017, one of the two lightest records among years at least a year old.
What are the most common 2016 Lexus LS460 problems?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the most-reported areas on the 2016 Lexus LS460 are unknown or other (2, 33%), engine (2, 33%), air bags (1, 17%). The manufacturer has 153 service bulletins on file for this model year.
How many recalls does the 2016 Lexus LS460 have?
No recall campaigns are on federal record for the 2016 Lexus LS460. Recall status is VIN-specific, so still check the exact car.
How do I check a specific 2016 Lexus Ls460 before buying?
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Sources & method
Complaint, recall and service-bulletin counts for the 2016 Lexus LS460 come from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation; the model is ranked on complaint and bulletin volume until the verdict engine scores it. Complaints are owner allegations, not verified defects. Full methodology.