2005 Lexus GS430 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 6, 2009 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other GS430 years
Not enough data 5th of 8 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2005 Lexus GS430. That ranks 5th out of 8 GS430 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 50,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2005 Lexus GS430 problems

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

Air Bags1 · ~50,000 mi
Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~50,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags1100%50,000——
Vehicle Speed Control1100%50,000——

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

2005 Lexus GS430 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 Lexus GS430.

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Recent owner reports

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

2005 lexus gs430,2008-05-05, in the highway, the engine computer malfunction, i stepped on brakes, but the accelerator 100% cannot switch off, has the driving record material to confirm that (lexus provides freeze material), has the another gs430 same accelerator in the same year out of control…

Air Bags · received Nov 6, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10291190

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Lexus GS430?

Owners most often report air bags, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Lexus GS430?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2005 Lexus GS430 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GS430 model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.