1997 Lexus SC400
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 4 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: air bags.
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TWO WEEKS AGO A RED WARNING LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASH SHOWING AN AIR BAG DEFICIENCY. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO LEXUS OF WAYZATA FOR DIAGNOSTICS AND REMOVAL OF THE WARNING LIGHT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171013
SAFETY TIMELINE
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, SUCH
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE MAGNETIC SWITCH.
Campaign 98V016000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1997 Lexus SC400 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 98V016000 (electrical system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1997 Lexus SC400 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 1997 Lexus SC400?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Lexus SC400 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.