1991 Lexus LS400
Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 21
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1991: 21 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 65 |
| 1994 | 68 |
| 1995 | 39 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 45 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
6 of 21 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Air bags
3 of 21 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
Show complaint excerpts
Consumer was in an accident and the driver side air bag didn't deploy . Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-02-05
Wheels
2 of 21 total reports mention: wheels.
Show complaint excerpts
Problem with rear wheel locking up. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-23
Vehicle speed control
2 of 21 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 21 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1991 Lexus LS400 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1991 Lexus LS400 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 1991 Lexus LS400?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1991 Lexus LS400 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.