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Lexus Gs400 Problems

The Lexus GS400 is a luxury sport sedan powered by a 4.0L V8 engine, produced from 1998 to 2000. With 160 total complaints on record, owners have reported issues primarily with vehicle speed control, air bags, and suspension systems. The 1998 and 1999 model years account for the vast majority of complaints, while the 2000 model year shows significant improvement. This vehicle offered impressive performance but had documented reliability concerns in early production.

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Total Complaints
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Total Recalls
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Model Years
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Reported Deaths
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Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

1994 2000

Common Problem Categories

Vehicle Speed Control 28
Air Bags 20
Suspension 18
Electrical System 16
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 14

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2000 18 0 2 0 Good
1999 58 0 22 0 Average
1998 82 0 42 0 Below Average
1994 2 0 0 0 Good

Lexus Gs400 Years to Avoid

1998, 1999

Best Lexus Gs400 Years

2000, 1994

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common problems with the Lexus GS400?

The most frequently reported issues involve vehicle speed control problems (28 complaints), air bag concerns (20 complaints), and suspension issues (18 complaints). Electrical and brake system problems are also documented.

Which Lexus GS400 model years should I avoid?

Avoid the 1998 model year with 82 complaints and 1999 with 58 complaints. Together these years account for 87% of all GS400 complaints.

What are the best years for the Lexus GS400?

The 2000 model year is the best choice with only 18 complaints, showing significant improvement over the earlier years. This final year of production benefited from refinements.

Is the Lexus GS400 reliable for a luxury sport sedan?

The GS400 has mixed reliability. The 2000 model year is reasonably reliable, but 1998-1999 models have elevated issues. Any prospective purchase should have vehicle speed control and suspension systems thoroughly inspected.