2000 Lexus GS400
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2000: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 8 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
3 of 8 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing linkages and accelerator pedal.
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I was traveling with my father, ming suen on i-95 south bound near i-15 inter-change in my 2000 Lexus GS400(30900 miles).
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-04-12
Was driving vehicle & started to press down on brakes and vehicle suddenly accelerated without warning. Took vehicle to dealership & mechanic could not locate cause of acceleration.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-10-11
Tires
2 of 8 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
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Bridgestone potenza re 030 tire (P235/45R17) was flat and consumer could see a long split on the inside of the tire also exposing the steel belts, the Lexus service manager and bridgestone dealer state that all 4 tires show signs of similar inside...
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-03-27
Suspension
1 of 8 total reports mentions: suspension.
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Car started to pull to right 3 days from purchase, was told when called in its ok come in when you come for 5,000 miles service. Have gone 4 times for repair was not done. Car still pulling to right.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-10-18
Service brakes
1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Electrical system
1 of 8 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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While driving on the highway my car suddenly stop with no apparent reason at all. I tried to accelerate but it did not responded, eventhough the engine was running perfectly. Everything was working but the accelerator.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-07-05
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
2000 Lexus GS400 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2000 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 2000 Lexus GS400?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 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.