1999 Lexus Ls400 problems

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The Lexus LS (Japanese: レクサス・LS, Hepburn: Rekusasu LS) is a full-size luxury sedan (F-segment in Europe) serving as the flagship model of Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota. For the first four generations, all LS models featured V8 engines and were predominantly rear-wheel-drive. In the fourth generation, Lexus offered all-wheel-drive, hybrid, and long-wheelbase variants. The fifth generation changed to using a V6 engine with no V8 option, and only one length was offered.

As the first model developed by Lexus, the LS 400 debuted in January 1989 with the second generation debuting in November 1994. The LS 430 debuted in January 2000 and the LS 460/LS 460 L series in 2006. A domestic-market version of the LS 400 and LS 430, badged as Toyota Celsior (Japanese: トヨタ・セルシオ, Hepburn: Toyota Serushio), was sold in Japan until the Lexus marque was introduced there in 2006. In 2006 (for the 2007 model year), the fourth generation LS 460 debuted the first production eight-speed automatic transmission and an automatic parking system. In 2007, V8 hybrid powertrains were introduced on the LS 600h/LS 600h L sedans.

Development of the LS began in 1983 as the F1 project, the code name for a secret flagship sedan. At the time, Toyota's two existing flagship models were the Crown and Century models – both of which catered exclusively for the Japanese market and had little global appeal that could compete with international luxury brands such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Jaguar. The resulting sedan followed an extended five-year design process at a cost of over US$1 billion, and premiered with a new V8 engine and numerous luxury features. The Lexus LS was intended from its inception for export markets, and the Lexus division was formed to market and service the vehicle internationally. The original LS 400 debuted to strong sales, and was largely responsible for the successful launch of the Lexus marque.

Since the start of production, each generation of the Lexus LS has been manufactured in the Japanese city of Tahara, Aichi. The name "LS" stands for "Luxury Sedan", although some Lexus importers have preferred to define it as "Luxury Saloon". The name "Celsior" is taken from Latin word "celsus", meaning "lofty" or "elevated".

1999 Lexus Ls400

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Common 1999 Lexus Ls400 problems

Based on complaints from owners of the 1999 Lexus LS400, several common problems have been identified:

  1. Starter Motor Location and Failure: The starter motor in the Lexus LS400 is located underneath the intake manifold, making it challenging to access. Owners have reported starter failure between 100,000 and 200,000 miles, necessitating removal of the intake manifold for replacement. During this process, the heater control valve may also crack, requiring additional repairs.
  2. Fluid-Filled Engine Mounts: The Lexus LS400 uses special fluid-filled engine mounts to reduce vibrations. Over time, these mounts may collapse and fail, leading to increased vibration in the car. Replacing these mounts can be costly compared to traditional rubber mounts used in other vehicles.
  3. Timing Belt Replacement: The 1UZ 4.0L V8 engine in the Lexus LS400 uses a timing belt instead of a timing chain for quieter operation. The timing belt needs replacement every 90,000 miles or 7 years, along with two timing belt idler bearings and the water pump. Failure to replace the timing belt can result in catastrophic engine damage, especially in later models with VVT-i intake manifolds.
  4. Power Steering Pump Leaks: Over time, the power steering pump in the LS400 may develop leaks, potentially causing damage to the alternator located beneath it. Repairing the power steering pump can be complex and may require professional assistance.
  5. Interior Electrical Issues: Owners have reported problems with interior components such as non-functional vents, radios, and trip odometers. These issues can affect the overall comfort and convenience of the vehicle, requiring troubleshooting and repairs to restore functionality.

By addressing these common problems proactively and ensuring regular maintenance, Lexus LS400 owners can mitigate potential issues and enjoy a smoother driving experience with their vehicles.

1999 Lexus Ls400 engine

Is the 1999 Lexus LS 400 a good car?

These cars never break down.

The LS 400 is the Lexus Grand Daddy. Engineered for superior ride, comfort and quiet. Doors are extra insulated, glass is heavier. This car was so loaded with convenience options I had to read the manual to learn them all.

What are the most common problems with the LS400?

These are the common problems for the old LS400's: Starter, ps pump, alternator, ECU's caps, tranny, tranny's mount, flexdiscs (1 at the tranny & the other at the rear axle), strut bars & flex EGR pipe so ask the current owner if they've been changed along w/ the timing belt/water pump but for $800, you can't expect ...

What is the life expectancy of a Lexus LS 400?

A: You should be able to reach 200,000 miles in that car if you really take care of it. The LS 400 is a very reliable luxury sedan, but you should consider changing the timing belt because of its age.

How reliable is the LS400?

This is the most reliable car on the planet. There's multiple examples of these cars going 250, 300,000 miles with no issues. All you need is brakes, tires, gas, and oil changes, and that's it. And these things will run forever.

1999 Lexus Ls400 car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Lexus Ls400 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Vehicle speed control problems
  • Electrical system problems
  • Structure problems
  • Tires problems
  • Engine and engine cooling problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1999 Lexus Ls400 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

1999 Lexus Ls400 complaints

The NHTSA has received 23 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1999 Lexus Ls400.

2012-12-05

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2012-09-04
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: JT8BH28F9X0
  • Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 LEXUS LS400. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, HE APPLIED THE BRAKE DUE TO TRAFFIC. HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CRASH CAUSED DAMAGE TO BOTH VEHICLES AS WELL AS AN INJURED KNEE OF THE DRIVER OF THE VEHICLE THAT WAS STRUCK. THE FAILURE HAD RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND HE WAS INFORMED THE THROTTLE BODY WOULD PROBABLY NEED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO, HE WAS INFORMED THAT DUE TO THE TYPE OF FAILURE HE WOULD HAVE TO CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE LEGAL DEPARTMENT WOULD HAVE TO BE NOTIFIED BUT OFFERED NO OTHER ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 145,000. UPDATED 02/19/13
2010-09-01

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2007-08-20
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 LEXUS LS400. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE WORKING UNDER THE HOOD IT STARTED CLOSING CREATING A SAFETY HAZARD. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY A LOCAL MECHANIC. TOYOTA WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 100,000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 120,000.
2010-06-25

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2010-06-10
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: OUR 1999LS400 LEXUS IS EXPERIENCING MALFUNCTIONS WITH THE ELECTRONICS IN THE DASH. THE ODOMETER AND THE SPEEDOMETER ARE WORKING INTERMITTENTLY. LEXUS WANTS 1200.00 TO PULL OUT DASH AND SEND AWAY TO REPAIR. I AM CONCERNED THIS IS A HUGE SAFETY ISSUE. I DON'T KNOW WHOSE REPLACING WHAT AND ARE THEY CERTIFIED LEXUS MECHANICS??? ARE THESE EARLY MODEL LS400'S HAVING ELECTRONICS PROBLEMS OR IS THIS JUST A SINGLE CASE? PLEASE LET ME KNOW. *TR
2010-03-12

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2008-09-11
  • VIN: JT8BH28F6X0
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: I AM REPORTING THIS BECAUSE IT MIGHT PROVIDE A CLUE TO THE TOYOTA RACING ENGINE PROBLEM. ON EACH OF TWO DAYS BEFORE I TOOK MY 1999 LEXUS 400 TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS, THE ENGINE WOULD RACE AT AN ESTIMATED 4,000+ RPMS AND EMITTED A GRINDING SOUND AS THE CAR WAS STARTED. AFTER TURNING OFF THE ENGINE WITH THE KEY, THE CAR WOULD RESTART WITHOUT A PROBLEM. STRANGELY, THE DEALER DID NOT RECORD THIS PARTICULAR COMPLAINT, BUT STATED THAT DIAGNOSIS REVEALED THAT STARTER WAS FAILING. I WAS CHARGED $990 FOR REPLACEMENT AND REPAIRS. I COULD NOT GET A SATISFACTORY ANSWER AS TO WHY A FAULTY STARTER WOULD CAUSE THE ENGINE TO RACE. I HAVE DRIVEN THE CAR OVER 10,000 MILES SINCE THEN WITHOUT A PROBLEM. *TR
2010-03-01

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,INTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2009-12-20
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,INTERIOR LIGHTING
  • Summary: 1999 400LS LEXUS DASH PANEL DEFECTIVE. *TR
2010-03-01

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2009-12-22
  • VIN: JT8BH28F6X0
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 LEXUS LS400. WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE SHE NOTICED THAT THE DASHBOARD PANEL WOULD NO LONGER FUNCTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ENTIRE DASHBOARD PANEL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 90000. UPDATED 07/07/10.*JB
2010-02-16

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2000-03-15
  • Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: I'M WRITING THIS IN THE HOPES THAT IT MAY BE OF SOME HELP IN TOYOTAS BRAKE PROBLEM. MY 1999 LEXUS LS400 WOULD LOOSE THROTTLE CONTROL, THE ENGINE SPEED WOULD DROP TO IDLE REGARDLESS OF WHAT WAS DONE TO THE THROTTLE ITSELF. AFTER 3 TRIPS TO THE DEALER, THEY FOUND THAT THE THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR WOULD NOT WORK IF IT HAD BECOME WET. THEY REPLACED THE TPS AND THAT CURED THE PROBLEM. *TR
2010-02-03

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2002-05-15
  • Crash: 1
  • Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: 1999 LEXUS LS 400. SUDDEN ACCELERATION. *TR
2008-05-29

STEERING,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2005-01-02
  • VIN: JT8BH28F6X0
  • Components: STEERING,SEAT BELTS
  • Summary: THE SEAT BELTS ON MY CAR DO NOT RETRACT OR STAY TIGHT ON ME ANYMORE. THEY CONTINUE TO LOOSEN AS I DRIVE. THEY ARE STIFF ALMOST BRITTLE. THE STEERING WHEEL DOES NOT MOVE OUT LIKE IT USED TO. NOW IT MOVES AWAY FROM THE DASH IN AN UPWARD DIRECTION TOWARD MY FACE. *TR
2007-01-31

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1999-04-25
  • VIN: JT8BH28F7X0
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: WE HAVE OWNED 3 LEXUS AND ALL 3 OF THEM HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE DIGITAL RADIO PRINT OUT. WE TOOK IT TO A DEALER AND THEY WOULD REPLACE IT FOR OVER $500.00. WE ALSO CONTACTED THE CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPT. AND THEY WOULD DO NOTHING TO REPLACE IT. IT SEEM TO ME THAT SUCH AN EXPENSIVE VEHICLE SHOULD HAVE A RADIO THAT WORKS.
2005-08-16

POWER TRAIN PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2005-08-13
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: JT8BH28F4X0
  • Components: POWER TRAIN
  • Summary: WHILE SLOWLY PULLING INTO A SHOPPPING CENTER PARKING PLACE THAT WAS PERPENDICULAR TO THE STREET, I HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND LUNGED OVER THE CURB AND ACROSS THE SIDEWALK INTO A BUILDING. LEXUS HAS BEEN NOTIFIED AND INTIMATED THEY WOULD INVESTIGATE. *NM
2005-07-25

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2005-07-24
  • Number Of Injuries: 99
  • Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: LEXUS LS 400 1999 MODEL. DANGEROUS HESITATION UPON ACCELERATION. FURTHER AFTER DRIVING THIS CAR FOR TWO YEARS, I HAVE NECK PAINS FROM THE DAILY WHIPLASH. TOYOTA IS IGRNORING THIS SYSTEM WIDE. IT IS AN OUTRAGE. ITS DAMAGING PEOPLES NECKS ALL OVER THE COUNTRY. THEY WILL NOT FIX IT - THEY CLAIM ITS NORMAL. OTHER DEALERS ARE TELLING CUSTOMERS ABOUT IT - - MY WIFE REFUSES TO DRIVE MY CAR - IT'S DANGEROUS!
2004-11-03

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-09-16
  • VIN: JT8BH28F1X0
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: WHILE WORKING ON THE VEHICLE, THE HOOD FELL DOWN ON THE CONSUMER. *JB THE PISTONS IN THE HOOD WERE NOT SUFFICIENT ENOUGH TO HOLD THE WEIGHT OF THE HOOD. *SC
2004-08-16

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-07-20
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: JT8BH28F2X0
  • Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNCONTROLLABLY. THE CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A BUILDING. UPON IMPACT, BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. *AK THE CONSUMER WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, SLOWLY, WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, WENT OVER THE CURB AND INTO THE SIDE OF THE BUILDING. *SC *JB
2003-05-30

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2003-04-17
  • Crash: 1
  • Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: 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. *MR 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). *SCC *NLM
2002-08-30

TIRES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2002-08-21
  • VIN: JT8BH28FXX0
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: RIGHT REAR TIRE HAD A BLOWOUT WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH ON A 1999, LEXUS LS400. ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT, TIRE SIZE P225/60R16, DOT# ELA6 CBC528. MANUFACTURER AND TIRE DEALER WERE NOTIFIED.*AK *YH
2002-04-14

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
  • VIN: JT8BH28F4X0
  • Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: ENGINE REVS TO EXTREMELY HIGH RPM ( ~5000 ) WITH NO THROTTLE INPUT FROM DRIVER. THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED TWICE ON THIS VEHICLE RECENTLY . THE SECOND TIME THIS OCCURRED WAS AFTER ENGAGING REVERSE GEAR. FORTUNATELY THE BREAKS WERE ABLE TO RESTRAIN THE VEHICLE. IN NEITHER INCIDENT WAS MY FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR.*AK
2001-10-13

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2001-10-06
  • Number Of Injuries: 2
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: JT8BH28F1X0
  • Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: IT WAS RAINING AND I WAS ENTERING HIGHWAY, I HAD MY LEFT TURN SIGNAL ON AND STARTED TO ACCELERATE. THE CAR STARTED TO FISH TAIL AND WHEN INTO A 360 DEGREE SPIN, MAYBE TWICE, AT LEAST 1 1/2 TIMES. WHEN I CAME OUT OF SPIN I CRASHED INTO THE CEMENT MEDIAN. AT NO TIME DID THE VSC (VEHICLE SKID CONTROL) ACTIVATE. IT IS SOMETHING THAT YOU CAN'T MISS. A LOUND WARNING SOUND COMES ON AND THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS UP WITH A SKID WARNING. IT HAD HAPPENED ONCE BEFORE IN THE SNOW.*AK
2001-09-26

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2001-05-12
  • Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: THE THROTTLE SENSOR FAILED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SUDDENLY STOP WHILE DRIVING OR CAUSING IT TO START BUT THE CAR WOULD NOT REV WHEN DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR, THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THE GREASE FROM THE THROTTLE CABLE ASSEMBLY CAN MIGRATE DOWN ONTO THE THROTTLE SENSOR INTERFERING WITH ITS OPERATION. NLM
2001-09-26

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2001-05-12
  • Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: THE THROTTLE SENSOR FAILED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SUDDENLY STOP WHILE DRIVING OR CAUSING IT TO START BUT THE CAR WOULD NOT REV WHEN DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR, THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THE GREASE FROM THE THROTTLE CABLE ASSEMBLY CAN MIGRATE DOWN ONTO THE THROTTLE SENSOR INTERFERING WITH ITS OPERATION. NLM
2000-08-04

TIRES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1998-11-16
  • VIN: VT8BH28F9X0
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: FIRESTONE TURANZA ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON A LEXUS LS400 1999. WHILE DRIVING 75MPH RIGHT REAR TIRE'S AIR WENT OUT. TREAD WAS STILL ON THE TIRE, BUT SIDEWALL WAS GONE. *AK THE TIRE IS DOT ELA6 (CBC 218) # 035629 MADE IN JAPAN. IT FAILED DUE TO POOR MATERIAL, POOR ADHESIVE AND WORKMANSHIP. *YH
2000-02-22

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1999-11-01
  • VIN: JT8VH28F4X0
  • Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: WHEN SKID CONTROL LIGHT IS ON THROTTLE DISABLES, CAUSING VEHICLE NOT TO ACCELERATE AT ANY SPEED, AND VEHICLE STILL IDLES. DRIVER HAS TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
1999-03-23

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1999-03-12
  • Crash: 1
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: WHILE MAKING A U-TURN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. DRIVER PUT THE BRAKES ON, AND THE BRAKES SQUEALED AND DID NOT STOP VEHICLE. IT LOST CONTROL AND HIT THE SIDE OF THE WALL. DEALER HAVE BEEN CONTACTED, BUT CANNOT DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. *AK PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION AND VIN#.

1999 Lexus Ls400 recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1999 Lexus Ls400.

2006-03-23
  • Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
  • Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
  • Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
  • Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
  • Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

Positive 1999 Lexus Ls400 car reviews

  1. Lester Schuster 2024-09-28

    Nothing wrong with this car. Maintenance isn't frequent, but if it hits, be prepared to break out the checkbook. I have 75,000 miles on it without a single serious problem. If you're looking for luxury, comfort, speed, and value, this is the car for you. You'll get the prestige, the resale value, and the true smoothness. It drives better than BMW and Mercedes. It's the best family luxury car, bar none.

  2. Jovani Schamberger 2024-09-12

    It's got the ride of a luxury sedan, but it can also perform like a sports car when you need it to. Plus, it gets great gas mileage. Although, the cup holders could be better.

  3. Benny Emard 2024-09-11

    Simply the absolute best car you have ever owned out of 15 vehicles. What more can one say except hearty congratulations to all the engineers, technicians and stylists who did the outstanding work on this car. As someone has already so aptly said in describing this vehicle, it truly is 'cocooned tranquility'.

  4. Crawford Berge 2024-09-07

    The vehicle was purchased as a Certified Pre-Owned, and has been flawless over the past 50K miles. The acceleration and great fuel economy are fantastic. It also stops on a dime. The build quality is excellent.

  5. Edwardo Lebsack 2024-07-24

    Fun, fast, durable, and reliable. It's a great value!

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