MYRModel Year Report

1998 Lexus LX470

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1998 Lexus LX470
RENDERED 2026-08-02T15:33:41.447Z

Only 5 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 5 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 LX470 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 14 complaints 2000: 17 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2002: 5 complaints 2002 2003: 18 complaints 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 8 complaints 2006: 9 complaints 2006 2007: 3 complaints 2007
1998: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
19985
199914
200017
20015
20025
200318
20042
20058
20069
20073

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 5 total reports mention: service brakes.

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SAFETY ISSUE: INTERMITTENT SUDDEN COMPLETE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAVE A SUDDEN COMPLETELY ABS BRAKING SYSTEM FAILURE ON APRIL 06, 2018. THE VEHICLE CAN NOT STOP WHILE DRIVING ON APRIL 6, 2018.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180410

SUDDEN COMPLETE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM FAILURE. NO BRAKE AT ALL. VEHICLE CAN NOT STOP WHILE DRIVING.VERY SERIOUS PROBLEM AND DANGEROUS. THE DASHBOARD ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ON DASH PLUS THE ANNOYING ALARM OUT OF THE BLUE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180408

VISIBILITY

1 of 5 total reports mentions: visibility.

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AUTOMATIC HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT FAILED. MJS

NHTSA ODI report, 20000322

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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THE BRAKE PEDAL NEEDS TO BE "PUMPED" TO OBTAIN SATISFACTORY PEDAL HEIGHT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000519

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS LX470. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AN AUDIBLE BRAKE ALARM BEGUN TO SOUND.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110719

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20050610 — exterior lighting

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RESISTOR, WHICH WILL DECREASE THE LUMINOUS INTENSITY OF THE DRL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE JUNE 10, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.

Campaign 04V434000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Lexus LX470 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V434000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Lexus LX470 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 1998 Lexus LX470?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Lexus LX470 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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