CarRecallWatchThe 2004 Lexus SC 430 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (2 reports).
2004 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 2004 Lexus SC 430 problems
Problem areas named in the 12 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
PARTS ARE ON BACK ORDER AND DEALER REQUIRES THAT I BRING IN THE CAR TO "LINK" IT TO THE BACK ORDER AND THEN THEY WILL SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT... THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE. THEY HAVE MY VIN; WHY SHOULD I HAVE TO PHYSICALLY DRIVE FAR OUT OF MY WAY TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT?
LEXUS SC 430 2004 SOMETIMES WHEN BRAKING THE CAR WOULD ACCELERATE THOUGHT MAYBE I HAD ACCIDENTALLY HIT PEDAL OR SOMETHING BUT HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. DIDN'T THINK MUCHOF IT UNTIL NOTICE THE RECALL NO INCIDENT DATES BUT FILLED OUT FORM ANYWAY. *TR
I HAVE AN LEXUS SC430 2004 WITH 40K MILES ON IT. I HAVE REPEATEDLY PUT NEW TIRES ON THE CAR. THE DEALERSHIP IS TELLING ME, THAT'S THE WAY THE TIRES ARE GOING TO WEAR BECAUSE ITS A SO CALL SPORTS CAR. THE TIRES IS WEARING DOWN TO THE WIRE ON THE INSIDE OF ALL THE TIRES ABOUT EVERY 7,000-8,000 MILES. IT'S NOT SAFE AND IT'S $356 A TIRE. *TR
CONSUMER COMPLAINT CONCERNING THE 2004 SC430 WELDED FIREWALL. *TS THE CONSUMER EXPLAINED TO THE DEALER THAT THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE RIGHT WHILE DRIVEN. THIS PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED BY THE DEALER. AT THE 10000 MILE CHECKUP THE BODY WAS WELDED AT THE LEFT FIREWALL AND THE LEFT SIDE BUMPER WAS THEN PROPERLY ATTACHED. THE CONSUMER FEELS THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SOLD IN AN UNSAFE CONDITION. *NM
DT: ON MARCH 7, 2005 THE CALLER WAS TRAVELING AT 75 MPH AND WITHOUT WARNING A TIRE SEPARATED FROM THE RIM ABOUT 2 INCHES. HE SAID IT HAPPENED AGAIN ON SEPTEMBER 10, 2005. HE WAS GOING ABOUT 70 MPH. IT HAPPENED BOTH TIMES TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE. DEALER ASKED, THE FIRST TIME, IF HE HIT SOMETHING AND THEY FIXED IT BY GIVING HIM A NEW RIM AND TIRE. DEALER HAS VEHICLE NOW FOR THE SECOND TIME. MANUFACTURER HAS NOT BEEN CONTACTED YET.*AK
2004 Lexus SC 430 questions
Does the 2004 Lexus SC 430 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2004 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 2004 Lexus SC 430?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (2), Tires (2), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2004 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.