Sudden onset of brake failure; dash lights came on and then brakes failed. Luckily, was in a parking lot and wife was going about 20 mph. Dealer replaced master cylinder; defective brake booster failure at 216k.
Vehicle safety record
1999 Lexus LX Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1999 Lexus LX with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (3) and the electrical system (1). Those complaints describe 1 fire. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 2000 has 6.
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AFar fewer problems than a typical LX year, for its age
#242 most complained-about 1999 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1999 Lexus LX problems
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No recalls for the 1999 Lexus LX
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1999 Lexus LX. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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5 complaints about the 1999 Lexus LX
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There was no indication of a expected total brake failure while driving the vehicle. But when it did occur, we did have a cel come one and luckily, wife was in a parking lot and driving slowly. This had been my wife/daughter's main means of moving around. Had they been on the highway, it would have resulted in injuries with the unknown signs that the brakes would fail completely. Had to have the dealer address and repair the issue. Seems that this is an issue noted on several websites with this model and the...
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toyota equivalent land cruiser. Lots of people continue to drive this popular vehicle, and if it is not addressed, will result in some injuries. Toyota needs to address this problem to prevent further occurrences.
Fuel return line rusted out under brake fluid tank. Danger spraying of the fuel right on the exhaust manifold and catching the fire. Tried to order fuel line for repair . Was told by dealer it is on back order and they have other 8 orders for the same part.
Abs and brake light plus buzzer sounded. Immediately pulled over only to find complete loss of brakes. Faulty design to allow brakes to fail due to an abs pump going out. Needs a new master cylinder assembly and abs accumulator. Could have been a tragic accident if I hadn't been driving only 30mph. A lot of reviews online with the same complaint and total loss of braking power.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 lexus lx 470. While inspecting the vehicle, the mechanic shifted the gears and the vehicle caught fire. The center section where the gear shifter is located melted. On several occasions, the contact informed the dealer that there was electrical failure when she brought the vehicle in for routine maintenance. The radio in the vehicle was replaced by the dealer three different times due to an electrical short; however, the radio is currently not working. The daytime running lamp bulbs...
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are constantly being replaced. The vehicle is currently parked. The contact stated that she received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign id number 04v434000 (exterior lighting: headlights). The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 194,000 and failure mileage was 30,000. Updated 10/03/08 *bf updated 10/07/08. 8Jb
Lexus LX: every year compared
All LX years1999 Lexus LX vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 Lexus LX | 5 | 0 | A | |
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 138 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 1999 Cadillac Escalade | 44 | 5 | B | Compare |
| 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | 23 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1999 Jeep Wagoneer | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 0 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 0 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1999 GMC Yukon | 0 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 0 | 9 | A | 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 1999 Lexus LX
Does the 1999 Lexus LX have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1999 Lexus LX right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Lexus LX?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (3), electrical system (1), engine & cooling (1).
How many complaints has the 1999 Lexus LX had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 30, 2007 and the latest on March 6, 2020. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1999 Lexus LX a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 90 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Lexus LX 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 LX years have the most complaints?
2000 (6), 1999 (5). See every Lexus LX year compared.
What should I do if my 1999 Lexus LX 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