1992 Lexus SC400 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 17%of 30 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 138,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the brakes of the 1992 Lexus SC400, 17% of the 30 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 138,500 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“Traction control failed. Consumer was concerned that ABS brakes malfunctioned. A recall was issued. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.”
NHTSA complaint #10075465, filed 2004-06, 92,000 miles“The vehicle has had an on going problem with the traction control lights coming on and off. The problem has worsened over time and now the light remains on. There was a hydraulic brakes recall 92v046000 on this issue but the manufacture is indicating that the VIN number isn't included. The consumer had the VIN number run by alldata and a mechanic who indicated that the VIN number was included. The all data description of the recall indicated that the rear brake pads would be stressed because of the malfunctioning traction control and ABS system. The rear pads were replaced at 15000 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #10074381, filed 2004-06, 75,000 miles“The contact owns a 1992 Lexus SC400. While driving 40 MPH the traction control light remained illuminated. When the brake pedal was depressed there was a popping noise in the rear brakes. The road conditions were not a factor. The current and failure mileage were 230,000. The rear brakes would lock up when coming to a full. Updated 05/04/07”
NHTSA complaint #10185911, filed 2007-03, 230,000 miles“The contact owns a 1992 Lexus SC400. While driving 35 MPH, the hydraulic braking system trapped the brake fluid pressure and the rear brake line. As a result, the rear brakes began to drag and only the front brakes could be used. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 92v046000 (service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components). The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 191,000 and failure mileage was 185,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10212734, filed 2007-12, 185,000 miles“The brake calipers were sticking, causing a loud rubbing noise when the brakes are applied. Also when the brakes are applied the car pulls to the left. Dlr replaced rear pads and rotors.”
NHTSA complaint #823727, filed 1998-05Related recalls
- 92V046000Apr 1, 1992The anti-lock brake/traction control computer logic program was incomplete, resulting in the trapping of brake fluid pressure in the rear brake lines. Failure…Covers: Lexus SC400 1992
Related service bulletins
- 10205319Feb 21, 2013Brake Pedal Force Gauge SST for Parking Brake Inspection.
- 10133849Feb 21, 2013A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system…
Brakes: other model years
Other parts of the 1992 Lexus SC400
12 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsInterior lighting
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1992 Lexus SC400
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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