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LLexus LS I

1989–1994 · 5 documented defects · 2 markets

This file gathers the known defects of the Lexus LS I, written and sourced by the community. Anyone can read; a free account lets you contribute. A defect earns the seal once enough reputable contributors have validated it.

Owners often report problems with electrical system on this car (98 complaints), but no one has explained the cause yet. Do you know it?Write it up
Owners often report problems with seat belts on this car (14 complaints), but no one has explained the cause yet. Do you know it?Write it up

Most serious reported defects

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CriticalInteriorNA

Airbags: problems reported by owners

13 owners in the United States reported problems with the airbags of this car to NHTSA (model years 1990–1994), typically at around 168,000 miles. Most often named: frontal (77%). Reported consequences: 11 crashes, 10 injuries.

✓ Mecafile analysis of official data1990–1994View details →
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CriticalEngineNA

Fuel system: problems reported by owners

10 owners in the United States reported problems with the fuel system of this car to NHTSA (model years 1990–1994), typically at around 105,000 miles. Most often named: storage:fuel gauge system (40%). Reported consequences: 2 fires, 1 injury.

✓ Mecafile analysis of official data1990–1994View details →

Latest official recalls

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RecallModerateBrakesNA

Exterior lighting:Brake lights:Switch

Lamp housing of center high mounted stop lamp could become distorted after prolonged illumination, particularly under high temperatures.

NHTSA · United StatesDec 4, 198989V212000Model years 1990View details →

Latest service bulletins

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BulletinMinorEngineNA

Bulletin

This is to advise of various price adjustments affecting Genuine Lexus Motor Oil and Long-Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2023. These products are ordered through the Lexus Complete Maintenance Care (LCMC) website.

NHTSA · manufacturer bulletin10234301View details →
BulletinMinorOtherNA

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Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 2.3.21

NHTSA · manufacturer bulletin10188914View details →
BulletinMinorOtherNA

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Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements

NHTSA · manufacturer bulletin10187262View details →

Sources: NHTSA (United States, public domain), Transport Canada (Open Government Licence – Canada), DVSA (United Kingdom, Open Government Licence v3.0), RappelConso and EU Safety Gate (France, Licence Ouverte 2.0).