CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Lexus SC 430 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (18 reports).
2002 Lexus SC 430 recalls
Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants
Frontal airbag inflators in these vehicles were previously replaced under an earlier recall, but the replacement inflators use the same design.
Most common 2002 Lexus SC 430 problems
Problem areas named in the 42 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 18 |
| Tires | 5 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
GETTING TOTALLY JERKED AROUND THEY CALL AND NEVER FOLLOW UP. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR YEARS. NOT ABLE TO DRIVE THE CAR FOR YEARS NOW.
THERE IS CONDENSATION IN THE HEAD LAMPS WHICH AFFECTS HOW WELL THEY WORK AT NIGHT. THE CAR HAS NOT BEEN MODIFIED OR HAD ANY TYPE OF INJURY THAT WOULD RESULT IN CONDENSATION BEING INSIDE THE HEADLIGHT COVERS. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE THAT NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED. IT IMPAIRS HOW WELL THE HEADLAMPS WORK.
2002 LEXUS SC430. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR MODULE SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICOLE WAS TAKEN TO HAVE THE RECALL COMPLETED, BUT WAS TOLD THE ZONE WAS NOT CURRENTLY AUTHORIZED TO COMPLEE THE REPAIR. UPDATED 11/08/2017*JS
TAKATA RECALL BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE ABOUT A YEAR AGO AND HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY NOTICE ON WHAT TO DO TO GET THIS FIXED.
HAD AIRBAG RECALL DONE ABOUT 1500 MILES AGO, AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT IS NOW ON , STEADY ,ALL THE TIME
2002 Lexus SC 430 questions
Does the 2002 Lexus SC 430 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2002 Lexus SC 430: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Lexus SC 430?
Based on 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (18), Tires (5), Suspension (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Lexus SC 430 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.