MYRModel Year Report

1998 Lexus RX300

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1998 Lexus RX300
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:05:55.644Z

Only 3 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 3 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 RX300 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1997: 0 complaints 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 221 complaints 1999 2000: 216 complaints 2000 2001: 169 complaints 2001 2002: 88 complaints 2002 2003: 25 complaints 2003
1998: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19970
19983
1999221
2000216
2001169
200288
200325

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY

1 of 3 total reports mentions: visibility.

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SUNROOF EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS.

NHTSA ODI report, 19990205

VISIBILITY

1 of 3 total reports mentions: visibility.

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VENTING SYSTEM OPERATES POORLY DUE TO DESIGN, NO CONTROL FOR CENTRAL VENTS.

NHTSA ODI report, 19990205

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 3 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
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1998 LEXUS RX 300 SPUN OUT OF CONTROL AND ROLLED OVER. THIS WAS IN 2002 AUGUST AND I HAD CALLED LEXUS TO CHECK IF THERE IS A SUDDEN ACCELERATION OR A ROLL OVER PROBLEM. THEY SAID NONE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100206

TIRES

1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires.

STRUCTURE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: structure.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20020430 — DP (closed 20020620)

ENGINE SEIZURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Lexus RX300 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 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 1998 Lexus RX300 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 RX300?

The most-reported component is visibility:sun/moon roof assembly, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Lexus RX300 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.