MYRModel Year Report

1992 Lexus LS400

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1992 Lexus LS400
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:35:54.952Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus LS400 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1992 highlighted. 1990: 24 complaints 1990 1991: 21 complaints 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
1992: 8 complaints
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YearComplaints
199024
199121
19928
199365
199468
199539
199619
199713
199845
199922
200012
20012

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

2 of 8 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and anchorage.

INJURY
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THE SEAT BELTS FAILED DURING VEHICLE ACCIDENT RESULTING IN INJURY TO THE CONSUMER (ATTORNEY FOR THE CONSUMER). *MJS

NHTSA ODI report, 20010123

SEAT BELT BUCKLE RELEASES BY ITSELF AND WILL NOT RETRACT. MANUFACTURER WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990920

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 8 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and front underhood.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 8 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASH
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 LEXUS LS400. WHEN THE CONTACT WAS AT A STOP SIGN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE; THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK TO THE FLOOR. THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN INTO TRAFFIC BEFORE CRASHING INTO A HEDGE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100201

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
POWER TRAIN

1 of 8 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing axle shaft.

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VEHICLE EXPERIENCES ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THE NOISY FRONT WHEEL BEARING, 2 REPAIRS HAVE BEEN COMPLETED, THE SECOND REPAIR CONSUMER PAID FOR. CONSUMER SMELLED HEAVY FUMES FROM EXHAUST ON ACCELERATION, DEALER FOUND NO PROBLEMS. *SLC

NHTSA ODI report, 20001107

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1992 Lexus LS400 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1992 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 1992 Lexus LS400?

The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Lexus LS400 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.