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1998 Lexus LX450 problems

The most common problem on the 1998 Lexus LX450 is electrical system. It has fewer complaints than a typical LX450 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
3
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
11
Worst area
Electrical

The worst 1998 Lexus LX450 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Tires
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Problems by type

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  • Electrical
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Tires
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Lexus LX450 11

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 11 bulletins for the 1998 Lexus LX450

What 1998 Lexus LX450 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 1, 1999 · Fuel system, Transmission · CA

Design of the odometer and fuel gauge creates difficulty in visibility in sunlight and impossible to read in some lighting conditions.

Filed Feb 1, 1999 · Electrical · CA

Alternator failed.

Filed Aug 3, 1998 · Engine, Tires · AZ

Michelin tire failure caused vehicle to jolt/swerve severely.

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Questions about the 1998 Lexus LX450

Is the 1998 Lexus LX450 reliable?

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1998 Lexus LX450, fewer than a typical LX450 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1998 Lexus LX450?

Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is engine (1).

How many recalls does the 1998 Lexus LX450 have?

No recalls on record.

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