Lexus LS 460 steering warning, effort, or alignment-related fault: symptoms and diagnosis This Lexus LS guide is based on 2 documented technical cases, including 2 confirmed successful repair outcomes. It summarizes the captured evidence without assuming every vehicle with a similar symptom has the same cause. Documented applicability includes 2014–2015.
What Drivers or Technicians Reported
Documented complaints included: Front-end growl above 40 mph remained after both front wheel bearings were replaced.; No EPS assist after collision repair..
Fault Codes Seen in Supporting Cases
Codes included C1522. A code is a diagnostic clue, not automatic proof that a specific part failed.
Causes Confirmed in Documented Cases
Failed replacement wheel bearing. Failed power-steering ECU.
What the Diagnostic Process Found
No external damage
Repairs That Corrected Documented Cases
Replace failed warranty wheel bearing Replace EPS ECU and calibrate
Repairs or Attempts That Did Not Solve the Original Problem
Replace left-front wheel bearing — unsuccessful Replace right-front wheel bearing — unsuccessful
Lexus LS Diagnosis in Hickory, NC
Mich's Foreign Cars has served Hickory and the surrounding Western North Carolina area since 1983. We specialize in European and foreign vehicles and use professional diagnostic equipment to identify the cause before recommending repairs. If your Lexus LS is showing this symptom or fault pattern, call Mich's Foreign Cars at 828-324-6012 to schedule diagnosis.