1999 Lexus GS400
Only 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 17
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1999: 17 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 8 |
Known problem areas
Only 17 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
6 of 17 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Show complaint excerpts
While backing out and shifting into drive vehicle surged forward. As a result, vehicle crashed into a building. Upon impact, dual airbags deployed upon impact.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-03-31
The vehicle experienced sudden acceleration.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-28
On at least six occasions as my husband and son applied the brake to stop the car jerked forward. This was caused by their foot overhanging the brake and when depress this overhang hits the accelerator.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-07-06
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Electrical system
4 of 17 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing module.
Suspension
4 of 17 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear and coil springs.
Service brakes
4 of 17 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Exterior lighting
2 of 17 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2003-07-17Defect petitionClosed 2003-09-23 Unintended engine speed increase/sa
Buy-smart checklist
1999 Lexus GS400 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 4 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1999 Lexus GS400 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1999 Lexus GS400?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Lexus GS400 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.