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Major Problems with Lexus LS 400 - Statistics of Complaints

Below you may see what Lexus LS 400 model years had the most number of complaints over time. Though it does not necessarily mean that 1999, for instance, is the worst year for the LS 400. Older LS 400 vehicles tend to accumulate more problems over time, so you need to carefully explore the nature of the issues. Tap into specific years for more details.

Browse Lexus LS 400 problems by years

Worst Lexus LS 400 Problems

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1999 Lexus LS 400 October 6, 2001 Victims: 2

It was raining and i was entering highway, i had my left turn signal on and started to accelerate. the car started to fish tail and when into a 360 degree spin, maybe twice, at least 1 1/2 times. when i came out of spin i crashed into the cement median. at no time did the vsc (vehicle skid control) activate. it is something that you can't miss. a lound warning sound comes on and the dashboard lights up with a skid warning. it had happened once before in the snow.*ak

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
2000 Lexus LS 400 November 15, 2004 Victims: 1 Mileage: 43000 miles

After starting the vehicle, it suddenly accelerated at a high speed. the condition caused the vehicle to hit three parked vehicles and one vehicle in motion. the consumer received minor injuries to her face due to air bag deployment. the other driver and passenger of the other vehicles appeared to show no injury. *jb

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
2000 Lexus LS 400 September 29, 2004 Victims: 1 Mileage: 63000 miles

Dt: the caller said while driving 50 mph the vehicle accelerated to a faster speed very quickly. there was an accident. the caller sustained injuries. a police report was taken. the caller said the vehicle was accelerating without warning for about a year. the caller called the manufacturer the day of the accident and told them about the problem. dealer said they would get back to him. he was told nothing was wrong with the car a few weeks before the accident. dealer was contacted after the accident, and they said they will set ...

What is the most common problem with Lexus LS 400?

Overall the worst problem with Lexus LS 400 relates to VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific LS 400 years that are prone to issues with these components.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 8 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 3 POWER TRAIN 3 TIRES 2 EQUIPMENT 1 SEAT BELTS 1 STEERING 1 LATCH 1 IGNITION 1 SIDEWALL 1 INTERIOR LIGHTING 1 HOOD 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL 1

Number of Complaints Reported in the First Year

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