1996 LEXUS LS400
2 recalls, 24 complaints - 39 TSBs
06E049000 May 24, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. ... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
98V016000 Jan 27, 1998
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
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 AS ROAD SPLASH WITH DEICING SALT, ENTERS THIS AREA.
Consequence
A STARTER MOTOR NO-START CONDITION OR AN UNDERHOOD FIRE CAN RESULT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE MAGNETIC SWITCH.
Complaint Statistics
24 total complaints
4 crashes 1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR | 2 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dec 27, 2015
Incident date: Nov 7, 2015
PER LEXUS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN EG002-97, WHICH DOESN'T APPEAR ON THE NHTSA WEBSITE BUT WHICH CAN BE FOUND ONLINE BY CLICKING ON THE LINK FROM POST #77 AT THIS WEB PAGE: HTTP://US.LEXUSOWNERSCLUB.COM/FORUMS/TOPIC/15699-9596-LS400-LOW-IDLE-ENGINE-DIES-AND-JERKING-THRE/PAGE-6 MY '96 LS400 H... Read more
Crash
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 9, 2015
Incident date: Nov 7, 2015
THE NHTSA WEBSITE FOR REPORTING/DISPLAYING VEHICLE SAFETY PROBLEMS FOR MY 96 LEXUS LS400 (SAFERCAR.GOV) SHOWS THERE WERE ONLY 12 SERVICE BULLETINS, YET IN FACT THERE WERE MANY MANY MORE NOT SHOWN ON THE NHTSA SITE. GOING TO THE SITE WWW.ALLDATADIY.COM/TSB/31/96310210.HTML ONE CAN SEE A COMPLETE LIS... Read more
Crash
ENGINE
Dec 7, 2015
Incident date: Jun 13, 2000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 LEXUS LS400. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 116,000. UPDATED 02/23/16*LJ UPDATED 05/04/18*JB *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 7, 2015
Incident date: Jun 13, 2000
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 LEXUS LS400. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 116,000. UPDATED 02/23/16*LJ UPDATED 05/04/18*JB *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jun 5, 2013
Incident date: Mar 1, 2013
DRIVING VEHICLE DOWN FREEWAY STARTED SMELLING GASOLINE ODOR. DROVE STRAIGHT TO NEAREST TOYOTA DEALER. TO MAKE A LONG STORY SHORT, THE SEAMS OF THE FUEL TANK HAD SPLIT OPEN. SINCE THE FUEL TANK IS LOCATED IN THE TRUNK THE FUEL DRAINED INTO THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE AND ALSO WAS SPILLING OUT ON THE DRI... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 4, 2011
Incident date: Mar 31, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 LEXUS LS400. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE WHEN THE BATTERY CAUGHT ON FIRE AT THE POSITIVE POST. HE STATED THAT HE WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE YET THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER START. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC FOR THE FAILURE WHERE THE MECHA... Read more
Fire
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Mar 25, 2004
VEHICLE WAS HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE SEAT BELTS RETRACTING. THE SEAT BELT DID NOT GO BACK INTO ITS ORIGINAL POSITION AFTER IT WAS EXTENDED. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *NM
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 10, 2004
Incident date: Jan 27, 2004
SUDDEN ACCELERATION. *AK
Crash
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Feb 20, 2002
Incident date: Jun 1, 2001
THERE WAS A STRONG FUEL SMELL INSIDE VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY DEALER 5 TIMES BEFORE FUEL TANK WAS REPLACED.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
Jan 29, 2001
Incident date: Oct 26, 2000
THE BRAKE ROTORS ARE EXPERIENCING PREMATURE WARPING. *MJS
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
Jan 23, 2001
Incident date: Oct 26, 2000
THE BRAKE ROTORS ARE EXPERIENCING PREMATURE WARPING. *MJS
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Dec 13, 2000
Incident date: Oct 1, 1999
AS HIGHWAY SPEED IS INCREASED FRONTAL/SIDE WIND OFF WINDSHIELD CAUSED AT TWO DIFFERENT TIMES FOR ME TO HAVE TO REALIGN THE CAR ON THE ROADWAY DUE TO THIS PROBLEM, ALSO AS THE SPEED INCREASES THE INSIDE OF THE CAR IS NOISY.*AK
TIRES
Sep 30, 1999
Incident date: Aug 19, 1999
ALL FOUR TIRE BULDGING AND PERFORMING POORLY CAUSING VEHICLE TO RIDE ROUGHLY. NLM BRIDGESTONE (DOT ELANGJCC146 225/60R16 - 97V ER-33)
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Sep 30, 1999
Incident date: Mar 30, 1999
LEFT REAR TIRE HAD A SEPARATED TREAD AND A BULDGE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO VIBRATE WHILE DRIVEN. NLM BRIDGESTONE (DOT EAL6146 SIZE 225/60R16-97V ER-33)
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Aug 19, 1999
AFTER MAKING A COMPLETE STOP VEHICLE ROLLED FOR ABOUT 4-5 FEET CAUSING A REAREND COLLISION. DEALER COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE. *AK
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Mar 29, 1999
TIMING BELT OFF ON TOOTH CAUSING POOR PERFORMANCE (HARD STARTS).
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Mar 29, 1999
REAR BRAKES MAKE NOISE WHEN ENGAGING.
WHEELS:RIM
Nov 27, 1998
Incident date: Apr 1, 1996
WHEEL RIMS RUSTED RESULTING IN FAILURE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Sep 12, 1997
Incident date: Jan 6, 1997
BATTERY FAILED.
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
Jun 27, 1997
Incident date: Nov 1, 1996
DRIVER'S EXTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR VIBRATES WHILE DRIVING, DISTORTING DRIVER'S VISION.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Mar 25, 1997
Incident date: Dec 30, 1996
BRAKE NOISE.
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Mar 25, 1997
Incident date: Dec 30, 1996
POOR RADIO RECEPTION.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 29, 1996
Incident date: Sep 24, 1996
CANNOT READ CLOCK AND TEMPERATURE DISPLAY DUE TO SUNSHINE/POTENTIAL HAZARD IF DRIVER IF CONCENTRATING ON TRYING TO READ DISPLAY RATHER THAN THE ROAD.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
May 6, 1996
LOW BEAMS ARE INCORRECTLY ADJUSTED. *AK
Technical Service Bulletins, 1996 LEXUS LS400
39 manufacturer communications from 29 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 5 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 4 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 3 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 3 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 2 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 2 |
| 221700 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER | 2 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
Safety Recall 22
Apr 13, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
200000 WHEELS
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus Safety Re
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
L-SB-0179-17 Obs
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
L-SB-0008-20
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, PG002-90, L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97,
L-SB-0048-08 Obs
Dec 5, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: Replacement Certification Labels. OBSOLETE NOTICE November 28, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0179-17.
L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
L-SB-0007-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
L-SB-0007-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
L-SB-0041-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14.
LSB008214
Oct 16, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautions
L-SB-0082-14
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when insta
L-TT-0111-13
Jan 16, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
Lexus vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the S
LSB009213B
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
L-BO-004-05 Obso
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0092-13.
L-SB-0092-13
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
L-TT-0031-10
Nov 7, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Adhesive & sealant cross reference Information
L-SB-0041-11 Rev
Oct 1, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14.
L-SB-0010-13
Feb 21, 2013
050000 PARKING BRAKE
A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the B
L-SB-0010-13
Feb 21, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the B
LSB001013
Feb 21, 2013
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Brake Pedal Force Gauge SST for Parking Brake Inspection.
L-TT-0111-13
Jan 16, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
Lexus vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pretensioner devic
01202
Oct 11, 2002
020000 SUSPENSION
SUSPENSION BALL JOINT INSPECTION METHOD. *TT
BO00501
Mar 23, 2001
150000 SEAT BELTS
SUBJECT REGARDING NEW SEAT BELT TONGUE PLATE STOPPER SERVICE PARTS. *TT
AX00101
Mar 9, 2001
162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
SUBJECT REGARDING RETRO-FIT INTERNAL TRUNK RELEASE KITS. *TT
ST010101
Feb 16, 2001
010000 STEERING
SUBJECT REGARDING STEERING WHEELNUT SERVICE SPECIFICATION. *TT
BO00200
Apr 28, 2000
221700 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
SUBJECT REGARDING SEAT HEATER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT
BO00200
Mar 31, 2000
221700 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
INFORMATION ON THE SEAT HEATER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *MJS
AU00198
Feb 13, 1998
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
VEHICLE EXPERIENCING STATIC NOISE ON WEAK AM STATIONS. *YC
98201
Jan 27, 1998
113000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
STARTER SWITCH SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN . *YC
PG00197
Feb 28, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
PUBLICATION CORRECTION INFORMATION. *JD
EG00297
Feb 28, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
DRIVEABILITY IMPROVEMENT. *JD
LEXUS 2
Jan 1, 1997
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
EVAP CHARCOAL CANISTER NOISE. *JD
LEXUS 1
Jan 1, 1997
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
WINDOW REGULATOR POPPING NOISE. *JD
LEXUS LS400 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the LEXUS LS400 across all model years (1990, 2001).
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Total Recalls
424
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
58
Reported Crashes
8
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
LEXUS LS400 - Year by Year
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