Speed Control Linkage Problems of Lexus LS400

Lexus LS400 owners have reported 3 problems related to speed control linkage (under the vehicle speed control category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Speed Control Linkage problem of the 1999 Lexus LS400

Failure Date: 04/17/2003

Petition seeking NHTSA to investigate the Lexus vehicles model years 1997 to 2000 which have experienced problems with speed control linkages resulting in sudden acceleration. The vehicle suddenly accelerated without warning which caused the vehicle to rear end the vehicle ahead of his. As a result the consumer received a police citation. The dealer was unable to duplicate the problem (odi# 760680).

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2 Speed Control Linkage problem of the 1998 Lexus LS400

Failure Date: 01/22/2002

While parking vehicle at 5 mph, and without warning, vehicle suddenly lunged foward, slamming into a wall. Vehicle was towed to a body shop. Please provide any further information.

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3 Speed Control Linkage problem of the 1998 Lexus LS400

Failure Date: 03/13/2000

Sudden acceleration when applying brakes to bring vehicle to a stop, causing vehicle to rear end another vehicle in front of consumer. Driver received a sprained waist. Dealer notified.


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