1993 Lexus ES300 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 21%of 43 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 84,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the electrical system of the 1993 Lexus ES300, 21% of the 43 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 84,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“After driving home from getting an oil leak repaired by the dealership vehicle caught on fire under the hood.dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10073869, filed 2004-05, 105,000 miles“Instrument gauge cluster: speedometer needle does not light up. It starts flickering with full light intensity, which makes me use lower light intensity to prolong the life of instrument panel needles. With low light intensity it is almost impossible to see instrument gauge cluster, speed, temp, fuel when sun is in front or on the side of car. The only way to see instrument is to turn the light to full intensity, and then the needles start flickering. This creates a lot of distraction and problem while driving, may result into an accident. …”
NHTSA complaint #10043147, filed 2003-10, 40,000 miles“The contact owns a 1993 Lexus ES300. The contact stated the vehicle did not start. The contact replaced the battery twice, stated that the vehicle started for a while, and then failed. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 293,095. The VIN was not available.”
NHTSA complaint #10862183, filed 2016-04, 293,095 miles“The contact owns a 1993 Lexus ES300. The contact stated that the speedometer failed while driving. The dealer stated that the failure was due to the age of the vehicle. The powertrain was unknown. The current mileage is 84,400 and failure mileage was 84,000. The needles on the instrument panel have all burned out. Updated 09/05/07.”
NHTSA complaint #10196030, filed 2007-07, 84,000 miles“The contact stated while driving various speeds, the speedometer gauge failed. The incident occurred without warning. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the instrument cluster panel needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was alerted. The consumer stated this was the second time this has happened. The first time it was replaced under warranty. Updated 12/05/06.”
NHTSA complaint #10173390, filed 2006-11, 54,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10111398Apr 10, 2015LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many…
- 10111205Apr 10, 2015LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 10 | 9% |
| 2002 | 11 | 7% |
| 2001 | 2 | 7% |
| 2000 | 6 | 11% |
| 1999 | 2 | 7% |
| 1998 | 4 | 8% |
| 1997 | 5 | 11% |
| 1996 | 5 | 14% |
| 1995 | 9 | 24% |
| 1994 | 4 | 10% |
| 1993 | 9 | 21% |
| 1992 | 4 | 11% |
Other parts of the 1993 Lexus ES300
8 complaintsEngine cooling
7 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsInterior lighting
4 complaintsTires
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 Lexus ES300
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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