1998 Lexus rx 300 spun out of control and rolled over. This was in 2002 august and I had called lexus to check if there is a sudden acceleration or a roll over problem. They said none. I decided not to engage a forensic engineer to investigate because that would delay the insurance pay back. My wife walked away with minimal injuries but nevertheless, we still discuss what could have caused the problem. *Cn
Vehicle safety record
1998 Lexus RX300 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1998 Lexus RX300 with NHTSA, most often about the acceleration & cruise control (1) and the visibility & wipers (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 1 injury. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1999 has 221.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical RX300 year, for its age
#254 most complained-about 1998 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1998 Lexus RX300 problems
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No recalls for the 1998 Lexus RX300
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 Lexus RX300. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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3 complaints about the 1998 Lexus RX300
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
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Lexus RX300: every year compared
All RX300 years1998 Lexus RX300 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 Lexus RX300 | 3 | 0 | A | |
| 1998 Lexus GS300 | 60 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1998 Lexus ES300 | 55 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1998 Lexus LS400 | 44 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1998 Lexus GS400 | 31 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1998 Lexus LX470 | 5 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 1998 Lexus GS | 4 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1998 Lexus LX450 | 3 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1998 Lexus SC400 | 2 | 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 1998 Lexus RX300
Does the 1998 Lexus RX300 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 Lexus RX300 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 1998 Lexus RX300?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the acceleration & cruise control (1), visibility & wipers (1), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 1998 Lexus RX300 had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 13, 1999 and the latest on February 6, 2010. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 1998 Lexus RX300 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 99 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Lexus RX300 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 RX300 years have the most complaints?
1999 (221), 2000 (216), 2001 (176). See every Lexus RX300 year compared.
What should I do if my 1998 Lexus RX300 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