1992 Lexus SC300
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Owner complaints
10 complaints3 involved a crash1 involved a fire3 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Power train › Clutch assembly › Pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) · Power train › Manual transmission
Clutch pedal (5 spd. Manual) broke in half near pivot point, and fell on floor. *kb
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Dt: the consumer stated that the vehicle was parked on a slight decline. the consumer's wife was outside the vehicle when it started moving. the consumer's wife jumped into the moving vehicle trying to stop it. the consumer IS awaiting the service dealer to come to the incident location.
- Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Consumer complained about a power window problem. windows went down but won't go up. Driver was told that the motor was bad, and replacements will cost $1000.00. *ak
- Air bags › Frontal
Vehicle was rear ended at 50 mph. The force of the impact pushed the vehicle into a concrete barrier. Neither air bag deployed, and driver's head hit the steering wheel. As a result of the accident the vehicle was totaled. *Ak
- Electrical system › Wiring
Consumer states vehicle caught on fire. Dealer notified. *Ak
- Unknown or other
The vehicles gauges were hard to see during the day. The dealer was notified. *nlm *ts
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Gas fumes detected in car and truck. took to lexus of annapolis, md. In july 2001. They replaced the gas tank as it had a leak on 7-23-01. I am returning the car to lexus of annapolis as I am still detecting fumes in the car on september 4, 2001 for a new inspection of the problem. I am concerned about how the fumes have affected me.
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash · Equipment › Electrical › Radio/tape deck/cd etc. · Power train
Cd player does not funciton properly, others have reported sam problems to me ; speedometer needle will not light up and can not tell speed due to the lighting setup of instrumetn panel same problem has been reported to me by friends who own same car
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
When foot brake IS depressed it reaches the same horizontal plane as the accelerator, vehicle will on occasion accelerate, once resulting in a minor accident.
- Seats › Front assembly › Recliner
During rear impact, the driver's side seatback fell backwards. *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.
- 10133926In the recent Bi-annual Floor Mat reminder letter distributed November, 2012, Lexus indicated that we were developing support materials that will help remind dealership customers and associates of the importance of proper floor mat usage.
- 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
- 10132082Spots in Window glass
- 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.
- 619113Subject regarding retro-fit internal trunk release kits.
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