Since may of 2019 my check engine light has been on. The obd reader keeps detecting a trouble code. When moving back to california, I had to reregistered for california license plates, tags, and get my car smogged with my smog certification in order for me to complete registration. I have spent so much money into my car that it's affecting me from getting to work/ school and taking driving my daughter to school as well. Every time I get something fixed and drive the miles I'm supposed to be driving, that check engine light comes back on with a trouble code. This is affecting me because I'm unable to drive my car because it still won't pass smog. It's been going on quite for some time.
The worst 1998 Lexus ES problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
- Engine1
- Transmission1
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- Electrical1
- Engine1
- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Lexus ES 11
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground...
- Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- Supersession notice
- Obsolete notice
- Supersession notice
- Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautions
- Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
- Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
- Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
What 1998 Lexus ES owners say
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Questions about the 1998 Lexus ES
Is the 1998 Lexus ES reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1998 Lexus ES, fewer than a typical ES model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Lexus ES?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is engine (1).
How many recalls does the 1998 Lexus ES have?
No recalls on record.
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