Lexus SC Problems by Year
NHTSA has 17 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the Lexus SC, across 9 model years (2002–2010). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Lexus SC years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No SC model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Lexus SC problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 11 | 6 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Lexus SC model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 SC | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2009 SC | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2008 SC | 1 | 2 | — | Structure | |
| 2007 SC | 1 | 2 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2006 SC | 1 | 2 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2005 SC | 3 | 3 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2004 SC | 2 | 3 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2003 SC | 4 | 3 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2002 SC | 5 | 3 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Lexus SC years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2002 (5), 2003 (4), 2005 (3). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Lexus SC?
Air Bags, with 11 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Lexus SC have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.