1992 Lexus LS400
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Owner complaints
8 complaints2 involved a crash1 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Air bags › Frontal · Service brakes, hydraulic
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 lexus ls400. While driving 30 mph the contacted applied the brakes; however, they failed and the vehicle did not stop until it crashed into the vehicle in front of her. The driver frontal air bag didn't deploy. The vehicle was towed to a towing yard. The manufacturer will be contacted. The failure and current mileages were 168,000.
- Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 lexus ls400. When the contact was at a stop sign attempting to accelerate; the accelerator pedal became stuck to the floor. The vehicle accelerated on its own into traffic before crashing into a hedge. The vehicle continued to accelerate after the vehicle was in the park…
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 lexus ls400. When the contact was at a stop sign attempting to accelerate; the accelerator pedal became stuck to the floor. The vehicle accelerated on its own into traffic before crashing into a hedge. The vehicle continued to accelerate after the vehicle was in the park position. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. There were no prior warnings. The current and failure mileages were 75000. updated 3/16/10 *cn the consumer also stated he experienced sudden acceleration 5-7 years and crashed into his garage. Updated 06/01/10
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash
The digital instrument cluster lights flicker and goe completely blank. This only occurs upon cold start. The lights come back on when vehicle warms up. Dealership cannot locate the cause of the failure so they are replacing the entire instrument cluster.*ak
- Exterior lighting › Headlights
I am blinded by the headlights of suvs and small pick-up trucks. Can't the lights be lowered?*ak
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
When vehicle was started smoke came out from starter motor. smoke would disappear once vehicle was moving for some time. Had contacted dealer, and mechanic informed consumer that the problem was in wiring harness.*ak
- Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
The seat belts failed during vehicle accident resulting in injury to the consumer (attorney for the consumer). *mjs
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system · Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft
Vehicle experiences ongoing problem with the noisy front wheel bearing, 2 repairs have been completed, the second repair consumer paid for. consumer smelled heavy fumes from exhaust on acceleration, dealer found no problems. *slc
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Seat belt buckle releases by itself and will not retract. manufacturer will be notified. *ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10214355Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
- 10207945POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests it. Customers can find this information on the Owner?s section of Lexus.com. Dealers can locate a copy of this guide on the Claims Processing & Resource Center in Dealer Daily as well.
- 10205352Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
- 10205346Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautions
- 10205319Brake Pedal Force Gauge SST for Parking Brake Inspection.
- 10176283Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
- 10174889TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
- 10174888TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, PG002-90, L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003 93, and PG002-90. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1990 ? 2020 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin.
- 10133923Lexus vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pretensioner devices did not per
- 10133849A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the Brake Pedal Force Gauge. Refer to the appropriate Repair Manual for parking brake pedal travel inspection and adjustment specification.
- 10132108This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14.
- 10132083Adhesive & sealant cross reference Information
- 10132006This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0092-13.
- 10132004The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
- 10131964Lexus vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pre-tensioner devices did not perform as expected (including an unintended deployment event), please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.
- 10131653TSB: Replacement Certification Labels. OBSOLETE NOTICE November 28, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0179-17.
- 10111398LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
- 10111205LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
- 10109447TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14.
- 10109445TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing washers can cause damage to the torque converter assembly. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly.
- 10109444TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly.
- 10000251Suspension ball joint inspection method.
- 619796Subject regarding steering wheelnut service specification.
- 619119Subject regarding new seat belt tongue plate stopper service parts.
- 41099Radiator reservoir tank sub-assembly and supply parts.
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