2000 LEXUS LS400
1 recalls, 16 complaints - 55 TSBs
06E026000 Mar 23, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN 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. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE D... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Complaint Statistics
16 total complaints
3 crashes 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 6 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | 1 |
| TIRES | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 15, 2014
Incident date: Jun 12, 2006
OWNER WAS DRIVING AN A BUSY STREET AT 25 MILES PER HOUR AND NOTICED THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WAS NOT WORKING. OWNER DROVE VEHICLE INTO A PARKING LOT. VEHICLE WAS STOPPED. VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BEGAN TO FUNCTION AGAIN. OWNER DROVE THE VEHICLE FROM THE PARKING LOT, HIT A SMALL P... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 13, 2014
Incident date: Apr 21, 2014
VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER FOR MASTER KEY ADDITION . MASTER KEY WAS MADE BY DEALER AND WAS DEFECTIVE CAUSING DAMAGE TO IGNITION. (21 APRIL 2014) AT INTERVALS KEY COULD NOT BE REMOVED FROM IGNITION. IGNITION WOULD LOCK. DEALER REFUSED TO REPLACE KEY OR TO REFUND $186.00 PAID BY OWNER FOR ADDITIONAL... Read more
EQUIPMENT
Aug 11, 2014
Incident date: May 23, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 LEXUS LS400. THE CONTACT HAD A NEW KEY MADE FOR HER VEHICLE, WHICH CAUSED THE IGNITION TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL AND THE CONTACT WOULD BE UNABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAIL... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Aug 11, 2014
Incident date: May 23, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 LEXUS LS400. THE CONTACT HAD A NEW KEY MADE FOR HER VEHICLE, WHICH CAUSED THE IGNITION TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL AND THE CONTACT WOULD BE UNABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAIL... Read more
TIRES
Aug 11, 2014
Incident date: May 23, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 LEXUS LS400. THE CONTACT HAD A NEW KEY MADE FOR HER VEHICLE, WHICH CAUSED THE IGNITION TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL AND THE CONTACT WOULD BE UNABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAIL... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 11, 2014
Incident date: May 23, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 LEXUS LS400. THE CONTACT HAD A NEW KEY MADE FOR HER VEHICLE, WHICH CAUSED THE IGNITION TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL AND THE CONTACT WOULD BE UNABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAIL... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 28, 2012
Incident date: Jun 21, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 LEXUS LS400. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SLOWLY PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A WALL AND THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND ADVISED THAT THEY WOULD INVESTIGAT... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 3, 2008
Incident date: May 20, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 LEXUS LS400. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE SPEEDOMETER DIAL REMAINED ON ZERO AND NEVER REGISTERED THE SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THEY STATED THAT THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE SPEEDOMETER COULD NOT BE REPAIRED UNTI... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 27, 2006
Incident date: Sep 1, 2006
2000 LEXUS LS400 LURCHED FORWARD NUMEROUS TIMES WHILE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. *KB *NM
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 29, 2005
Incident date: Sep 29, 2004
DT: THE CALLER SAID WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED TO A FASTER SPEED VERY QUICKLY. THERE WAS AN ACCIDENT. THE CALLER SUSTAINED INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS TAKEN. THE CALLER SAID THE VEHICLE WAS ACCELERATING WITHOUT WARNING FOR ABOUT A YEAR. THE CALLER CALLED THE MANUFACTURER TH... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 22, 2004
Incident date: Nov 15, 2004
AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AT A HIGH SPEED. THE CONDITION CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO HIT THREE PARKED VEHICLES AND ONE VEHICLE IN MOTION. THE CONSUMER RECEIVED MINOR INJURIES TO HER FACE DUE TO AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. THE OTHER DRIVER AND PASSENGER OF THE OTHER VEHICLES APPEARED TO S... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 7, 2004
Incident date: May 22, 2004
THREE EVENTS OCCURRED WHERE MY 2000 LEXUS 400 ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN IN BEGINNING TO START MOVING BY RELEASING MY FOOT FROM THE BRAKE. THE FIRST INCIDENT OCCURED IN CANNON FALLS MN. WE HAD COME TO A STOP AT A STOP LIGHT AND WHEN THE TRAFFIC STARTED MOVING I LIFTED MY TOE FROM THE BRAKE AND THE CAR... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 16, 2004
Incident date: Mar 16, 2004
WHILE CONSUMER WAS PARKING IN A PARKING SPACE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. *AK *NM
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Jun 3, 2002
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jun 3, 2002
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Oct 13, 2000
THE DOORS AUTOMATACALY LOCKED. I REPEATEDLY HIT THE UNLOCK BUTTON TO TRY TO UNLOCK THE DOORS. I THEN ATTEMPTED TO UNLOCK THE DOOR MANUALLY WITH THE BUTTON ON THE DOOR. IT STILL WOULD NOT UNLOCK. I WENT THE THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR AND ATTEMPTED TO UNLOCK THE DOOR. STILL THE DOOR WOULD NOT UNLOCK... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2000 LEXUS LS400
55 manufacturer communications from 36 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 4 |
| 353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES | 3 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 3 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 3 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 3 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 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
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
102400 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:LUBRICANT
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should
L-SB-0002-20 Rev
Aug 5, 2020
103200 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should
Lexus Safety Re
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
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-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-0002-20
Feb 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should b
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-0025-14
Jul 7, 2015
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
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-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-0025-14 Rev
Nov 14, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
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-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.
L-SB-0025-14 Rev
Jul 25, 2014
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
LSB002514A
Jul 7, 2014
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
LSB002514B
Jul 7, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
LSB002514A
Jul 7, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
LSB002514
Jul 4, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
LSB002514
Jul 4, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
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
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.
LSB009213B
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
142000 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT rec
L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
220000 SEATS
Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT rec
L-TT-0031-10
Nov 7, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Adhesive & sealant cross reference Information
LTT014513
Nov 2, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior
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
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
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
LSB-0143-11
Nov 10, 2011
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
LEXUS: INFORMATION REGARDING THE SEAT COVER REPLACEMENT, EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIR BAGS, THE MODIFICATIONS THAT MIGHT NEGATIVELY AFFECT SIDE AIR BAG PERFORMANCE CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURIES. *PE
LSB-0143-11
Nov 10, 2011
220000 SEATS
LEXUS: INFORMATION REGARDING THE SEAT COVER REPLACEMENT, EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIR BAGS, THE MODIFICATIONS THAT MIGHT NEGATIVELY AFFECT SIDE AIR BAG PERFORMANCE CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURIES. *PE
00104
Jan 7, 2004
012000 STEERING:COLUMN
STEERING COLUMN NOISE. (2004 LEXUS LS430) *JB
01202
Oct 11, 2002
020000 SUSPENSION
SUSPENSION BALL JOINT INSPECTION METHOD. *TT
EL00201
Jun 1, 2001
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING MILES SINCE REFUEL DISPLAY RESETTING. *SLC
EL00201
Jun 1, 2001
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE MILES SINCE REFUEL DISPLAY MAY RESET TO ZERO EVEN THOUGH VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REFUELED.*JB
EL00201
Jun 1, 2001
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ON SOME VEHICLE THE MULTIFUNCTION-INFO DISPLAY RESET TO ZERO EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REFUELED.JB
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
AC00101
Jan 12, 2001
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
SUBJECT REGARDING AIR CONDITIONER INDICATORS MALFUNCTION. *SLC
AC00101
Jan 12, 2001
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
OWNERS OF SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE LEXUS NAIVGATION SYSTEM MAY NOTICE THAT THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM TEMPERATURE DISPLAY IS BLANK ON SOME OCCASIONS WHEN STARTING UP THE CAR. IN ADDITION, THE OTHER CLIMATE CONTROL INDICATORS WILL
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
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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