1999 Lexus LX470
Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 14
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1999
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1999: 14 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
5 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Show complaint excerpts
I was waiting at a stoplight behind a high volume of traffic and stopping and going as the light let vehicles through. My ABS light and brake light came on along with a loud consistent alarm.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-09-22
Started vehicle....ABS and brake light came on as well as an audible buzzer. Drove the truck 3 miles and lost all brakes, pedal to the floor and had to use hand brake (Emergency brake) to get stopped.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-09-14
The car had been driving normally on the freeway for approximately one hour. Suddenly, the ABS warning light and the brake warning lights became illuminated on the dashboard, followed shortly afterwards by a beeping alarm.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-07-27
Tires
2 of 14 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
Structure
2 of 14 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing underbody shields and frame and members.
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The contact owns a 1999 Lexus LX470. The contact stated that after a vehicle inspection, it was discovered that the subframe of the vehicle had sustained severe corrosion making the vehicle unsafe to drive.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-04-18
Visibility
1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.
Power train
1 of 14 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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While driving transmission would slip gears, and was not functioning correctly. Dealer stated that transmission has to be replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-20
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2005-06-10Exterior lighting04V434000 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…
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.
Buy-smart checklist
1999 Lexus LX470 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 04V434000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 1999 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 1999 Lexus LX470?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Lexus LX470 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.