MYRModel Year Report

2004 Lexus GX 470

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2004 Lexus GX 470
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:37:55.512Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
33
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Power train

21% of complaints

Complaints per year

2004: 33 complaints 2004 33
2004: 33 complaints 2004 33
2004: 33 complaints 2004 33

2004: 33 complaints

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YearComplaints
200433

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

21% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing driveshaft and automatic transmission.

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There are multiple complaints on the internet available with this vehicle and the transmission, transfer case "Actuator" Replacement part # 36100-6D190, is cracking around 90,000 to 100,000 miles and leaking oil on streets and anywhre you park.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-02

When I purchased my vehicle from the Lexus dealer it had an occasional thump, bump clunk when I was stopped at stop lights. Sort like someone was trying to bump me forward.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-01-11

Also filed under Electrical system

Structure

18% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing body.

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We first noticed what looked like tiny bubbles under the dash and the raised areas started to show tiny splits and since then has continued to bubble, split and crack.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-27

Air bags

15% · 5 reports
CRASHINJURY
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Consumer's vehicle was hit on the rear quarter panel on the passenger's side. Upon impact the vehicle rolled over twice and the air bags failed to deploy.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-01-03

Vehicle speed control

9% · 3 reports
CRASHINJURY
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Sudden acceleration problem occurred when a 2004 GX-470 decelerated from 30 MPH to approximately 2 MPH to turn left into a driveway when the vehicle accelerated full throttle and collided with a parked car in the driveway.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-07-22

Suspension

9% · 3 reports

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2004 Lexus GX 470 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 5 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 Lexus GX 470 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Lexus GX 470?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Lexus GX 470 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.