2000 Lexus LS 400 - Consumer Discussions

Lexus LS 400/LS 430 Starting Problems

• Lexus Starting and Electrical Problems

  Written by: lexusls400 on Jan 28, 2013 11:35:12 AM

  I have a LS 400 2000. Going well for last 13 years until last month. Starting problems. Dealer changed battery. Did not use for 3 days and car did not start. This time they changed the alternator. OK for 2 weeks. Again did not use for 4 days and car did not start. They said maybe an electrical drain somewhere they cannot figure out. All fuses are good. An independent person ... Read More

Lexus LS 400/LS 430

• 2001 LS 430 Trunk Lid Safety Problem & Parchment Paint Touch Up Problem

  Written by: slexy1 on Feb 8, 2007 4:40:36 AM

  I just finished sending a reply to Lexus Corp. in Torrance, Ca. Their "Customer Satisfaction" rep told me he could not put me in touch with someone "over his head". Here is part of what I said: "I recently submitted a safety complaint with a suggestion to correct the problem, and I find Lexus Corporate's apology unsatisfactory. You simply say "We apologize that you are displeased with the functionality of the ... Read More

Lexus LS: Problems & Solutions

• Re: LS 400 Starter / ignition problem [firsttimer5]

  Written by: bildow on Jan 21, 2006 12:57:58 PM

  Glad to hear that things are ok with your starter, at about 100,000 miles I switched to mobil one synthetic oil I have read that the lexus motor gets a lot of value from synthetic oil and it also takes half of the normal starting amps on the starter due to how well the oil lubricates the engine. I change my oil at 10,000 miles which is ok using synthetic oil ... Read More

• Re: LS 400 '97...102k miles [gwendolyn]Buy it!

  Written by: phil57 on Feb 19, 2005 10:53:06 AM

  I have a '97 LS 400, purchased with 45K miles 11/2000, have a (now) 7 yr old son, use it for both family (with carseats) and business car, serves both uses excellently, expensive (gas, service, parts), worth every penny for reliability and peace of mind/relaxed driving, I use it daily fo in-town driving, every day commute car, lots of starts and stops, 3-4 freeway trips to San Francisco (I'm 35 mmiles ... Read More

Lexus LS 400/LS 430

• Re: Tire Issues [sv7887]

  Written by: dorothyk on Feb 13, 2005 11:14:34 AM

  This is an excellent discussion. I am in the market for a 05 LS 430 and had numerous discussions about the tires with the dealer. It would be helpful to potential buyers if Lexus put the a warning in their brochure similar to Mercedes: “High performance tires are optimized for performance driving and may provide reduced ride comfort, increase tire noise, substantially increased tire tread wear and greater susceptibility to damage ... Read More

Lexus LS Owners: Meet the Members

• Re: Annoying Problems on 2004 LS 430 [1933]

  Written by: jerry5505 on Oct 2, 2004 9:36:32 PM

  Hi! Just wondering how you like your LS430 by now? I have had mine since last Nov and like it very much. I had a 1997 LS 400 before. The only problem I have is I don't think it rides as smooth as my 97. They tell me its because of the 16" tires. One thing I like is the service it has given me. In the past I have also ... Read More

Lexus LS: Problems & Solutions

• Multiple LS 400 problems

  Written by: gagrice on Jun 30, 2004 8:49:40 AM

  I think our 1990 LS 400 Lexus is a fine riding and handling car. I think it is more prone to troubles than it should be. It has been serviced every time at the dealer my wife purchased it through. We now have 79,993 miles. The airbag light came on about 50k miles dealer wants $2000 to repair. Rearview mirror went out at about 55k miles repair estimate $1200. Gas gauge ... Read More

Lexus LS 400/LS 430

• Reliability and Comfort for Long Commute

  Written by: 1stavy on Feb 11, 2004 12:09:11 PM

  I'm currently taxing my research skills to come to a decision on what car to buy. I have a 45,000 yearly commute in a Northeastern state. My current car is a '95 Avalon XL with 252,000 highway miles on it that still rides like a champ and has never stranded me or needed more than fluid changes, preventative timing belt change, battery, brakes. I have access to auctions, thus lower prices ... Read More

• Wheel Locks for 2000 LS 400

  Written by: wood142 on Nov 24, 2003 7:26:41 PM

  Just a brief note to say,"Thank You", to the memebers of this forum who got me pointed in the right direction re the wheel locks....they were in a case/pouch that contained a few other tools and was stored in a pocket above and to the right of the spare tire.I called 1-800-Lexus USA and they will mail me an owners manual at no charge...another suggestion from a very helpful member of ... Read More

• owners manual ,shop manual and additional remote for 2000 lexus ls400

  Written by: wood142 on Nov 21, 2003 7:55:58 PM

  I just bought a 2000 Lexus ls 400 and I need an owners manual,a remote for the doors and,if possible,a service/shop manual.Car is equipped with the touch screen navigation system and I am trying to figure out how it all works.I do not intend to work on the car myself,but want to familiarize myself with where things are located on the car...So far,love the car.Had a 1995 Cadillac before buying this ... Read More

• 99 LS 400

  Written by: jgwaltney on Nov 5, 2003 3:56:46 PM

  All, I'm in Nash Tn and have located a 99 LS 400 w/ 29,000 miles - 1 owner, good color (white pearl/tan) std options, w/all records, locally purch and serviced from Lexus dlr here - Asking 29,900, but says they'll look at anything above the 27,000 they can get at local auto auction. Trying to compare this to a local Lexus CPO of same car, 99 white/tan, with 56,000 miles that ... Read More

• rugeti

  Written by: lenscap on Sep 10, 2003 7:06:21 AM

  The current LS is not fairly new. It was unveiled in January 2000 at the Detroit Auto Show and went on sale in the fall of 2000 as a 2001. It is now entering its fourth year. Lexus does not have long model cycles. Typically their cars run for five years, with a cosmetic freshening in the fourth year. So, what Lexus is doing follows their history. Compare this to Mercedes ... Read More

• 2001 LS 430 EURO - ALMOST 30K MILES AND VERY PLEASED EXCEPT...

  Written by: slexy on Sep 7, 2002 7:13:53 AM

  Two things have bugged me since I got the car in 10/2000. I want to first say I wouldn't trade this car for any other for many reasons. But, I have given up trying to get the trani to downshift without the short hesitation, since it only bugs me when I am trying to pass a slow vehicle on a two lane road. My dealer says it is possible that Lexus ... Read More

Lexus LS: Problems & Solutions

• Vibration

  Written by: khakis31 on Mar 4, 2002 7:18:57 AM

  justnjoett "Lexus LS 400 Vibration" Dec 17, 2000 2:52pm Please note my comments under posting #620

Lexus LS 400/LS 430

• CPO vs Private Party Purchase

  Written by: parnola on Oct 1, 2001 6:37:10 PM

  I'm in the market for a 98/99 LS 400. Despite it being one of the most reliable automobiles out there, I'd like to purchase an extended warranty. I'm finding some very attractive deals on private party purchases - does anyone know if Lexus will certify (and thus provide their 100k mile warranty) to a car I purchase from a private party. Even if the cost were over $2000 I think I'd ... Read More

• Used Ls 400

  Written by: dmac8 on Sep 7, 2001 8:50:17 PM

  I'm looking for a 98,99 or 2000, depending on price condition etc. Has anyone shopped the Lexus dealers for a used one, and if so what are your impressions? My initial impression is that the dealers cling to a high price and have yet to see the effects of the present economy.

Lexus LS: Problems & Solutions

• LS 400 Shudder

  Written by: akboy37 on Jul 7, 2001 12:40:51 AM

  alan_s that is exactly the shuddering/rumbling that I have with my LS 400, though I notice it at between 2000-3000 rpm, the speed at that rpm is probably around 50-55 mph. Anyway, I am going to get a full chemical flush of the transmission, and refilled with the newer Lexus Type IV fluid next week, and I'll tell you if that helps at all. There have been posts on this board ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: dealerflorida on Mar 25, 2001 12:40:05 PM

  The "pulling out of the vents" refers to the A/C vents atop the automatic climate control unit. When you face the vent direction downwards this allows the tips of your fingers to grab the housing surronding the vents. if you pull outward and downward firmly the whole face with vents pops out exposing 2 screws holding auto climate with LCD in its place. For question about wether to purchase a early ... Read More

Lexus LS 400/LS 430

• Thanks for your comments

  Written by: balderdash on Sep 15, 2000 11:26:58 PM

  I greatly appreciate all your comments in response to my query about the throttle tip-in problem I have with my 99 LS 400. I guess it’s a very subjective thing. What I consider to be intolerable lurvhing just doesn’t affect others the same way. The comments by “enigmaone” to the effect that he (she?) is completely undisturbed by it leads me to this conclusion. I am assuming that we are both ... Read More