2024 Lexus LC500h

Here’s a breakdown of common issues and complaints reported for the 2024 Lexus LC 500h, organized by category. The 2024 Lexus LC 500h is a luxury coupe known for its striking design, comfortable ride, and hybrid powertrain. The LC 500h features a 3.5-liter V6 engine paired with an electric motor, delivering a combined 354 horsepower. While owners generally praise the car’s aesthetics, fuel efficiency, and overall refinement, some common complaints revolve around the infotainment system, limited rear passenger space, and the somewhat complex hybrid powertrain operation. The non-hybrid LC 500 features a 5.0L V8 engine, not the 3.5L V6. Both versions utilize a 10-speed automatic transmission.

Electrical

• Infotainment System Lag/Complexity
  • Description/Symptoms: The infotainment system, controlled primarily by a touchpad, can be laggy, unintuitive, and distracting to use while driving. Certain features may take a long time to load. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity issues.
  • Solution: Software updates from the dealer. Some owners opt for aftermarket solutions to improve connectivity.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Software updates are generally covered under warranty. Aftermarket solutions vary greatly.
  • Recalls: None Found
• Navigation System Errors
  • Description/Symptoms: The navigation system can sometimes provide inaccurate directions or display incorrect map data.
  • Solution: Check for available software updates. Contact Lexus Navigation support.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Software updates are generally covered under warranty.
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Rear Seat Space
  • Description/Symptoms: Very limited rear passenger legroom and headroom making it unsuitable for adults.
  • Solution: No real solution. Understanding that the LC 500h is primarily a two-seater coupe.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: N/A
  • Recalls: None Found
• Touchpad Sensitivity
  • Description/Symptoms: The touchpad interface for the infotainment system is overly sensitive, making it difficult to accurately select items on the screen.
  • Solution: Adjusting sensitivity settings within the infotainment system. Practicing using the touchpad.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: N/A
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Low Ground Clearance
  • Description/Symptoms: The vehicle’s low ground clearance can cause scraping on speed bumps or steep driveways.
  • Solution: Careful navigation over obstacles. Installing aftermarket skid plates for protection (though this may void warranty on related parts).
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Skid plates cost varies, but roughly $300-500 + installation
  • Recalls: None Found

Engine

3.5L V6 Hybrid

• Hybrid System Hesitation
  • Description/Symptoms: Occasional hesitation or delayed response when accelerating from a stop or at low speeds, especially when the system transitions between electric and gasoline power.
  • Solution: Software update to recalibrate the hybrid system.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Generally covered under warranty.
  • Recalls: None Found
• High-Voltage Battery Degradation (Long-Term)
  • Description/Symptoms: Over several years, some owners experience a reduction in the high-voltage battery’s capacity, leading to reduced electric-only range and a decrease in overall fuel economy.
  • Solution: Replacing the high-voltage battery.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $6,000 - $8,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

10-Speed Automatic

• Rough Shifting
  • Description/Symptoms: Some owners have reported occasional rough or jerky shifts, particularly at lower speeds.
  • Solution: Software update to transmission control module (TCM). Fluid level check and possible fluid change.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Software updates are usually free, fluid service varies ($200 - $400).
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• No Issues Found

Summary:

The 2024 Lexus LC 500h is a generally reliable vehicle, but potential buyers should be aware of the infotainment system’s quirks, the tight rear seating, and the possible long-term costs associated with hybrid battery degradation. Most issues are minor and potentially addressable with software updates. More significant issues, like hybrid battery replacement, are expensive but typically occur after many years of ownership. Overall, the severity of the issues is relatively low to moderate, and the potential costs range from minimal to significant for long-term maintenance.