1991 Lexus LS400

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1991 Lexus LS400
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:08:07.095Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus LS400 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1991 highlighted. 1990: 24 complaints 1990 1991: 21 complaints 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1993: 65 complaints 1994: 68 complaints 1994 1995: 39 complaints 1996: 19 complaints 1996 1997: 13 complaints 1998: 45 complaints 1998 1999: 22 complaints 2000: 12 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001
1991: 21 complaints
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YearComplaints
199024
199121
19928
199365
199468
199539
199619
199713
199845
199922
200012
20012

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 21 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

3 of 21 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY
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CONSUMER WAS DRIVING PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND ANTI-LOCK BRAKE FAILED CAUSED AN ACCIDENT HIT A TREE . TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950818

WHEELS

2 of 21 total reports mention: wheels.

CRASH
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PROBLEM WITH REAR WHEEL LOCKING UP. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950123

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 21 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 21 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

AIR BAGS

2 of 21 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AND THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY . TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19960205

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1991 Lexus LS400 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (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, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 14% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1991 Lexus LS400 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.