1998 Lexus GS400 Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1998 Lexus GS400. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 98V080000Apr 17, 199814,855 vehicles potentially affected
  Electronic stability control › Automatic (asc)
  Covers: Lexus GS400 1998, GS300 1998

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Due to a manufacturing defect of the yaw rate sensor for the vehicle stability control (vsc), the vsc can operate improperly if the sensor is affected by certain electromagnetic waves, such as from a cellular phone.

  Possible consequence: Should this occur, the brake may operate unexpectedly, affecting steering and speed control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the yaw rate sensor.

  Full campaign details →

NHTSA investigations

• DP03003Unintended engine speed increase/saClosed · Jul 17, 2003

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