2001 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
- 1
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2001: 1 complaint
View as data table
| 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.
Tires
1 of 1 total report mentions: tires.
Show complaint excerpts
Tires on new vehicle cannot be used for winter driving without placing driver's safety at risk. No disclosure to consumer at time of purchase. Owners in cold weather states stranded, running into ditches, or having near accidents.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-12-18
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2001 Lexus SC400 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2001 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 2001 Lexus SC400?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2001 Lexus SC400 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.