MYRModel Year Report

1995 Lexus LS400

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1995 Lexus LS400
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:39:17.085Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
39
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1995

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Electrical system

31% of complaints

Complaints per year

1990: 24 complaints 1990 1991: 21 complaints 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1993: 65 complaints 1994: 68 complaints 1995: 39 complaints 1995 39 1996: 19 complaints 1997: 13 complaints 1998: 45 complaints 1998 1999: 22 complaints 2000: 12 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints
1990: 24 complaints 1990 1991: 21 complaints 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1993: 65 complaints 1993 1994: 68 complaints 1994 1995: 39 complaints 1995 39 1996: 19 complaints 1996 1997: 13 complaints 1997 1998: 45 complaints 1998 1999: 22 complaints 1999 2000: 12 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001
1990: 24 complaints 1990 1991: 21 complaints 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1993: 65 complaints 1993 1994: 68 complaints 1994 1995: 39 complaints 1995 39 1996: 19 complaints 1996 1997: 13 complaints 1997 1998: 45 complaints 1998 1999: 22 complaints 1999 2000: 12 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001

1995: 39 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199024
199121
19928
199365
199468
199539
199619
199713
199845
199922
200012
20012

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

31% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing starter assembly and module.

Show complaint excerpts

The instrument cluster lights are all out. Only the warning and shift indicators lights are on. I can't see how fast I am going or how much fuel I have in the car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-28

Seat belts

26% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing retractor.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

Airbags failed to deploy during head on collision exceeding 30 MPH. Dt

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-09

The seat belt tensioners on both driver and passenger side will not retract leaving a large amount of slack when fastened creating a safety issue in the result of a crash. Seat belts will not return to their original position when unfastened.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-09

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Lexus LS400. The contact stated that the seat belts would not retract and there was abnormal slack in the belt. The dealer was called and advised the contact to replace all the seat belts.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-06

Engine

10% · 4 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Lexus LS400. The contact stated that while traveling 65 MPH the contact attempted to stop at a traffic light when it suddenly stalled. The vehicle was able to be restarted and resumed normal function.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-11-07

Seats

8% · 3 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Front seat tracks are mounted too far forward, causing insufficient leg room in front seats.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-10-05

Front seat tracks bolted to far forward causing occupants legs to be slightly bent due to shortened front leg room. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-12

Visibility

8% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing windshield and electrical heating element.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1998-02-09Electrical system98V016000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Due to improper assembly of the terminal for the starter motor magnetic switch, an electrical short circuit can occur if electrically-conductive liquid…

    Remedy: Dealers will repair the magnetic switch.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    2006-07-01Exterior lighting06E049000 Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are…

    Remedy: Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1995 Lexus LS400 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 98V016000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 06E049000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1995 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 1995 Lexus LS400?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Lexus LS400 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.