News Releases
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March 31, 2011
Toyota Motor Sales Announces Price Increase for 2011 Toyota, Scion and Lexus ModelsTORRANCE, Calif., March 31, 2011 - - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), USA, Inc., announced manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) increases today for most 2011 Toyota, Scion and Lexus models. (more) |
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March 17, 2011
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. Comments on J.D. Power and Associates 2011 Vehicle Dependability StudyJ.D. Power and Associates today announced the results from their 2011 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), covering 2008 model year vehicles. (more) |
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January 18, 2011
Sometimes, You Have to Do Things The Hard WayThere’s the easy way, and there’s the Lexus way. A lone crane slowly lifts the front end of a Lexus LS, then a second vehicle is attached using cables and stretch bars, then another and another and finally, a fifth Lexus vehicle is suspended in midair from the crane, using no support other than the strength of the LS. The gravity-defying vehicles aren’t a figment of your imagination or a camera trick. They are part of a new advertising campaign from the automaker, which debuted on Jan. 16. (more) |
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December 03, 2010
Toyota Announces Prices for 2011 Corolla and MatrixToyota Motor Sales (TMS), USA, Inc., announced manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the 2011 Corolla and Matrix. MSRP adjustments were also announced on 13 current 2011 Toyota models including Yaris Liftback and Yaris Sedan, Camry and Camry Hybrid, Avalon, RAV4, Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, Venza, 4Runner, Sienna, Sequoia and Land Cruiser. MSRP adjustments were also announced on all 2011 Lexus models. (more) |
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July 21, 2010
Lexus Safety Feature SummaryLexus engineers its vehicles with advanced passive safety technology, founded in a body structure equipped with front and rear crumple zones. (more) |
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July 21, 2010
Lexus Technology SummaryLexus integrates advanced technology in all its vehicles, with a focus on enhancing ease of use, comfort, and driving pleasure. (more) |
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July 16, 2010
Lexus Announces Prices for 2011 ModelsLexus today announced Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) on its 2011 models ranging from the luxury IS sport sedan to the flagship luxury hybrid sedan LS 600h L. (more) |
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July 16, 2010
Flagship LS 460 Exudes Elegance, Refinement and Performance for Lexus LineupThe Lexus LS 460 flagship luxury sedans continue to indulge drivers with incomparable comfort and performance. (more) |
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July 02, 2010
Lexus Announces Intention to Recall Certain U.S. Market Vehicles to Replace Engine Valve SpringsLexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc., today announced that it has informed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of its intention to file a Defect Information Report (DIR) regarding approximately 138,000 Lexus vehicles, powered by 4.6 and 5.0 liter V8 and 3.5 liter V6 engines in certain 2006, 2007 and 2008 GS, IS and LS models in the U.S. The formal report will be filed the week of July 5. (more) |
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July 01, 2010
Lexus U.S. Statement Regarding Potential Valve Spring IssueLexus has discovered faulty valve springs in some V8 and V6 engines in certain Lexus models sold in the U.S. Due to slight variations during the manufacturing process, some foreign material may have contaminated the valve springs resulting in potential breakage. (more) |
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June 17, 2010
Toyota Motor Sales Earns Six Segment Awards to Lead All Manufacturers in J.D. Power and Associates 2010 Initial Quality StudyToyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today announced that its Toyota, Lexus and Scion brands received a combined six segment awards in the 2010 J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study (IQS), more than any other manufacturer. (more) |
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May 21, 2010
Lexus LS Variable Gear Ratio Steering Recall Customer FAQsWhich models is Lexus recalling, and how many vehicles are affected?Lexus is recalling approximately 3,800 late 2009 and certain 2010 model year Lexus LS 460 and LS 600h L vehicles in the U.S. to address an issue with the Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) system. (more) |
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May 21, 2010
Templin's Statement Regarding Lexus LS Voluntary Safety RecallA statement from Mark Templin Lexus Group Vice President and General ManagerMay 21, 2010 (more) |
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May 21, 2010
Toyota Announces Voluntary Recall on Certain Lexus LS 460 and LS 600h L Vehicles to Address Temporary Steering Wheel Off-Center ConditionToyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today announced it will conduct a voluntary safety recall on approximately 3,800 Lexus late 2009 and certain 2010 model year LS 460 and LS 600h L vehicles in the U.S. equipped with Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) to address a temporary steering wheel off-center condition that may develop under a specific driving maneuver. No other Toyota, Lexus, or Scion vehicles are involved in this recall. (more) |
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May 19, 2010
Reports Regarding Certain 2010 LS Model SteeringReports originating from Japan indicate that TMC will recall certain Lexus LS models globally because of steering system concerns. (more) |
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November 25, 2009
Lexus Announces Pricing for 2010 LS 600h L, Price Adjustments on select Lexus ModelsLexus today announced a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $108,800 for the enhanced 2010 LS 600h L premium luxury hybrid sedan which will arrive at dealerships later this month. MSRP adjustments were also announced on select current 2010 Lexus models including HS 250h, ES 350, IS 250, IS 350, IS 250C, IS 350C, IS F, GS 350, GS 460, GS 450h , LS 460, SC 430, RX 350, RX 450h and LX 570. (more) |
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October 09, 2009
Lexus Announces Prices for 2010 LS 460 and GS ModelsLexus today announced Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) for the 2010 LS 460 and LS 460 L premium luxury sedans, GS 350 and GS 460 mid-size luxury sport sedans, and GS 450h mid-size luxury sport hybrid sedan. The MSRPs do not include a delivery, processing and handling fee of $875. The GS and LS sedans will arrive at dealerships later this month. (more) |
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October 06, 2009
Lexus Debuts Revised LS 460 with New Styling, TelematicsThe Lexus LS 460 flagship luxury sedans debut revised styling, new electronics and a new optional performance-tuned Sport Package for 2010. Lexus continues to offer the LS 460 and long-wheelbase LS 460 L, both available in rear-wheel or all-wheel drive. (more) |
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March 27, 2009
Lexus Announces Mid-Year Pricing on Select VehiclesLexus today announced new manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) for select 2009 model vehicles manufactured after April 1, 2009. The new MSRPs reflect a $150 increase. (more) |
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January 16, 2009
Lexus Announces Safety Recall on Select VehiclesToyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc., will launch a Safety Recall with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) involving approximately 214,500 Lexus vehicles sold in the United States. (more) |
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September 28, 2008
Lexus Offers All-Wheel Drive Performance on its LS 460 and LS 460 L Flagship Luxury SedansLexus has announced the addition of all-wheel drive (AWD) versions of its flagship luxury sedan, the LS 460 and long-wheelbase LS 460 L. (more) |
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September 05, 2008
Lexus Announces Model Year Price Changes on Select ModelsLexus announced Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) today for the 2009 IS 250 and IS 350 luxury sport sedans, IS F high-performance luxury sport sedan, ES 350 luxury sedan, GS 350 and GS 460 luxury sport sedans, GS 450h luxury hybrid sport sedan, LS 460 and LS 460 L premium luxury sedans, the recently added LS 460 and LS 460 L all-wheel drive versions, and the LS 600h L premium hybrid luxury sedan. (more) |