2002 Lexus LS430 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other LS430 years
- About as many complaints as other years 2nd of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Lexus LS430. That ranks 2nd out of 5 LS430 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (10 complaints, 33%), typically at around 65,000 miles. Complaints mention 8 crashes, 1 fire, 16 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 30owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 8complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Lexus LS430 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 10 | 33% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 6 | 20% | 43,762 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 13% | 59,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 10% | 69,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 7% | 51,555 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 7% | 59,312 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 7% | 53,278 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 7% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 3% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 3% | 6,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 3% | 69,500 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 3% | 25 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 Lexus LS430 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Lexus LS430.
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.
As i was turning onto a road from a private driveway the car suddenly accelerated causing the car to cross over both lanes of the road and crash into a mailbox. The result was damage to the front of my car and a broken mailbax post. *tr
I own a 2002 lexus ls in dec. 2010, while i was taking the groceries out of my trunk, the trunk fell on my head and created an injury to my eyes, i had two surgeries, the trunk unexpectedly just crash on my head, it was very painful, i almost passed out,apparently the springs wore out, there was no…
Failed component: 2 hydraulic supporters on trunk lid. Complaints: the 2 hydraulic supporters on trunk lid were completely failed. I was injured on october 29, 2011 when the lid felled down (closed) on its own weight and hit my head and then my right arm. The supporters are very weak as compared to…
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 lexus ls430. The contact stated that a passenger was struck abruptly in the head by the trunk hatch and sustained several abrasions to the head. The trunk latch failed and would not remain open. The vehicle was not inspected or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted…
The trunk lid of my 2002 lexus ls 430 has two pneumatic struts which provide lift and keep the lid up in the open position. Now, over time the struts slowly failed to keep the trunk lid open, and in a gentle breeze, the lid will come down with guillotine force. It has hit my head several times with…
Other Lexus LS430 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 LS430 | 21 | 0 |
| 2004 LS430 | 28 | 2 |
| 2003 LS430 | 23 | 0 |
| 2002 | 30 | 0 |
| 2001 LS430 | 52 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Lexus LS430?
Owners most often report structure, latches/locks/linkages, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 10 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Lexus LS430?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2002 Lexus LS430 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other LS430 model years, the 2002 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.