2004 Lexus LX Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2004 Lexus LX recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2004 Lexus LX.

Most common 2004 Lexus LX problems

Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	2
Steering	2
Unknown Or Other	1
Suspension	1
Fuel/Propulsion System	1

What owners report

2022-10-26, Steering
This is an amended report filing: --I brought the following issues to the attention of Lexus corporate customer care and after they reviewed the situation, they refused to offer any financial responsibility for correcting this serious safety issue even after I informed them that the same VGRS systems in the Lexus LS460, LS 460L, LS 600h, and LS 600hL were all recalled in 2010 and also the VGRS system in the 2013 Lexus GS 350F was also recalled. These recalls similarly involved off-center steering wheel problems related to the VGRS systems. The Lexus dealership technician said, and I quote, "that if this does not become resolved you will eventually lose your electric power steering which co

2022-10-26, Steering
--The failure involved the vehicle steering system. Specifically the Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) had failed resulting in a severe alignment mismatch between the steering wheel and the front tires. In order for the front wheels to drive in a straight line, the steering wheel would be off center by anywhere from 20 degrees to 120 degrees. This made keeping the vehicle driving in a straight line very difficult. The malfunctioning VGRS ECU is available for inspection upon request. --The above description is self explanatory. If the steering wheel and the front wheels of the vehicle are completely mismatched, control and steering of the vehicle is signif

2022-05-25, Fuel/Propulsion System
While driving up I70 in colorado I experienced a fuel smell in the cab of the vehicle. When I stopped to see what the issue was I found fuel vapors coming out of the fuel door/gas cap. I replaced the gas cap and again experienced this issue. This leads me to believe the fuel evap system does not work correctly causing excessive fuel pressure in the gas tank, leading to pressurized fuel coming up out of the Gas cap. I google this issue and found this seems to be a comen problem that Toyota / Lexus has not addressed. This is a giant safety concern as well as an environmental concern that should be addressed. Fuel vapor under pressure is a fire risk and can be very dangerous. I took the

2020-08-29, Air Bags
AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON

2020-07-24, Air Bags
I HAVE CONTACTED TWO LEXUS DEALERS ABOUT A RECALL FOR THE CURTAIN-SHIELD AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE. AFTER MONTHS NEITHER HAVE RECEIVED THE NECESSARY PARTS AND THEREFORE HAVE NOT REMEDIED THE RECALL.

2004 Lexus LX questions

Does the 2004 Lexus LX have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2004 Lexus LX at this time.

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

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (2), Steering (2), Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2004 Lexus LX has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.