Lexus LS 400

19902000 · 11 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
19
Best
19

The Lexus LS 400 has been tested by the EPA across 11 different configurations spanning model years 1990 through 2000. Over this period, the LS 400 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 19 MPG, with an overall average of 19 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2000
19
1999
19
1998
19
1997
19
1996
19
1995
19
1994
18
1993
18
1992
18
1991
18
1990
18

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (LS 400) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Lexus LS 400. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Lexus Lexus LS-400/430/460/460L/600h/600hL grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
165
Total Deaths
128

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
19.4%
Fire Occurrence
1.2%
Speeding Involved
29.1%
DUI Involved
26.7%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

71%
Front
24%
Side
4%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.78
2022
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.86
2021
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
15
Deaths/Crash
0.94
2020
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.69
2019
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2018
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2017
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.69
2016
Fatal Crashes22
Fatalities
20
Deaths/Crash
0.91
2015
Fatal Crashes24
Fatalities
20
Deaths/Crash
0.83
2014
Fatal Crashes21
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.81

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2000
1
1998
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory