MYRModel Year Report

1998 Lexus SC400

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1998 Lexus SC400
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:06:32.493Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus SC400 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1990: 1 complaints 1990 1992: 30 complaints 1993: 9 complaints 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1995: 9 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1997: 1 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 1 complaints 2001: 1 complaints 2001
1998: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19901
199230
19939
19942
19959
19964
19971
19982
19992
20001
20011

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 2 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS SC400. THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE, SHIFTED IT INTO REVERSE AND CRASHED. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110215

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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THE DAY I DROVE OFF THE LEXUS LOT ONLY A COUPLE HOURS LATER, IT WAS POURING THE RAIN. I CAME ACROSS STANDING WATER ON THE ROAD. SEVERAL CARS ZOOMED RIGHT THROUGH, INCLUDING THE FORD ESCORT IN FRONT OF ME.

NHTSA ODI report, 20020124

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Lexus SC400 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 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 1998 Lexus SC400?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Lexus SC400 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.