- The problem
- Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
- The risk
- Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Vehicle safety record
1997 Lexus ES Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1997 Lexus ES with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (1) and the transmission & drivetrain (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in April 2009 for the exterior lighting. For comparison, the 1998 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical ES year, for its age
#268 most complained-about 1997 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1997 Lexus ES problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1997 Lexus ES recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 1997 Lexus ES
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Rear noise while driving many other drivers have the same question. When the car goes over pot holes I makes a sound similar to golf / bowing bowln hitting each other. *Tr
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 lexus es 300. He stated that the driver's side seat heater was replaced under warranty on december 28, 2001. Approximately five years later he noticed that the seat heater got extremely hot. The contact stated that there have been minor electrical problems with the vehicle however; he felt this issue was more severe. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 60,000. The vin appears to be invalid. Updated 02/01/08. *Lj updated 02/01/08 *tr
Lexus ES: every year compared
All ES years1997 Lexus ES vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Lexus ES | 2 | 1 | A | |
| 1997 Audi A4 | 99 | 8 | D | Compare |
| 1997 Audi A6 | 21 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1997 BMW 5 Series | 1 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 1997 BMW 3 Series | 0 | 4 | A | Compare |
| 1997 Lexus ES300 | 45 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Lexus LS400 | 13 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1997 Lexus LX450 | 7 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1997 Lexus SC300 | 5 | 0 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1997 Lexus ES
Does the 1997 Lexus ES have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1997 Lexus ES: exterior lighting (April 2009). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Lexus ES?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (1), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 1997 Lexus ES had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 4, 2007 and the latest on September 2, 2012. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1997 Lexus ES a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 81 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Lexus ES year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Lexus ES years have the most complaints?
2021 (28), 2020 (18), 2016 (9). See every Lexus ES year compared.
What should I do if my 1997 Lexus ES has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data