2004 Lexus GS Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 30, 2026 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other GS years
Not enough data 15th of 24 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Lexus GS. That ranks 15th out of 24 GS model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 209,248 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2004 Lexus GS problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System1 · ~209,248 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~82,000 mi
Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~82,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System150%209,248——
Fuel/propulsion System150%82,000——
Vehicle Speed Control150%82,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2014, with 1 complaints
2014: 1201412026: 120261

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2004 Lexus GS recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2004 Lexus GS.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Odometer Fraud. The contact was interested in purchasing a 2004 Lexus GS 300 on Facebook Marketplace. The contact reached out to the seller and was informed that vehicle was sold. The contact stated that hours later, the contact discovered the same vehicle listed on Facebook Marketplace website…

Electrical System · received Jun 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11747412

Engine check, vsc and vsc out lights remain on after auto is started. Replaced fuel fill cap..no help. Very concerned about fuel or fume leakage and life threatening fires or explosions. *tr

Fuel/propulsion System · received Oct 19, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10648646

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Lexus GS?

Owners most often report electrical system, fuel/propulsion system, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Lexus GS?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2004 Lexus GS a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GS model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.