2004 Lexus LX 470 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other LX 470 years
- More complaints than other years 4th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Lexus LX 470. That ranks 4th out of 10 LX 470 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (3 complaints, 25%), typically at around 41,850 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 12owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Lexus LX 470 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 3 | 25% | 41,850 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 17% | 59,003 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 17% | 178,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 8% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 8% | 118,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 8% | 113,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 8% | 300 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Lexus LX 470 recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Air bags:side/window
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2003-2006 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX470, 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia, 2004-2006 Toyota 4Runner and Lexus GX470 vehicles equipped with side curtain-shield-air bags. The affected vehicles have an air bag control module that may be improperly programmed, causing the side curtain-shield-air bags to deploy inadvertently.
Risk: If the side curtain-shield-air bags deploy unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of occupant injury.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module with one that has improved programming, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-271-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is G0C and GLB.
Steering:gear box:shaft pitman
Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2003-2007 lexus lx470 vehicles. The construction of the steering shaft is such that the snap ring on the shaft may disengage when the vehicle experiences an unusually severe impact to the front wheels. If the snap ring becomes disengaged and the steering wheel is then repeatedly turned to the locked position, over time the steering shaft may become disconnected.
Risk: This could result in loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the snap ring with a newly designed one and install an additional component which will prevent separation of the steering shaft. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on august 23, 2010. Owners may contact lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Exterior lighting:headlights
Problem: Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the daytime running lights do not meet luminous intensity standard.
Risk: This condition could blind the driver of a vehicle driving in the opposite direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a resistor, which will decrease the luminous intensity of the drl. Owner notification began june june 10, 2005. Owners should contact lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
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.
The fuel tank was venting repeatedly and audibly when operating at speeds below 30 mph altitudes of 3500 feet and more on numerous occasions. The gasoline in the tank could be heard boiling also. When the gas cap (oem) was removed, gasoline vapors escaped continuously under pressure for at least 15…
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 lexus lx470. During a vehicle state inspection at an independent mechanic, rust was discovered on the front frame by the sway bar and brackets as well as other areas of the frame. The contact was informed that the brackets needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
Letter from senator boozman on behalf of constituent regarding problems his 2004 lexus lx470 *tgw the consumer stated he noticed the vehicle would shake and/or vibrate while driving in 5th gear. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and was advised that the vent on the transmission was…
Check engine on with code p0171. The code has been on for over 6 months without any cause/reason. I have worked with lexus and followed recommendations from lexus without any success of resolving it. Lexus took a fuel sample in august 2010 and i have not received any responses from lexus as of nov…
Normal driving, then suv became very bouncy. Air suspension system failed causing default to highest suspension level. No suspension characteristics at all going over bumps or making turns. The whole car would shake and bounce over any slight imperfection in the road. The car felt like it would tip…
Other Lexus LX 470 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 LX 470 | 3 | 1 |
| 2006 LX 470 | 9 | 3 |
| 2005 LX 470 | 8 | 3 |
| 2004 | 12 | 3 |
| 2003 LX 470 | 18 | 3 |
| 2002 LX 470 | 5 | 1 |
| 2001 LX 470 | 5 | 1 |
| 2000 LX 470 | 17 | 1 |
| 1999 LX 470 | 14 | 1 |
| 1998 LX 470 | 5 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Lexus LX 470?
Owners most often report suspension, equipment, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Lexus LX 470?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 Lexus LX 470 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other LX 470 model years, the 2004 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.