2004 Lexus GX
Only 20 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 20
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 20 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 3 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 2 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 3 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 4 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 19 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 20 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
9 of 20 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
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Rusted out frame, missing entire sections of it in the rear end, body mounts are floating, Lexus inspected the car at 144,000~ miles and deemed it unsafe to drive, was owned by a friend of mine and now it is up for sale at morse road auto sales inc...
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-25
Also filed under Suspension
The dash is cracking all over the place(Between 20-30 paces). The most cracking has occurred in front of and around the passengers airbag.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-02
Also filed under Air bags
The dashboard on my 2004 Lexus GX 470 started to show a few cracks back in 2011. It has progressively gotten worse. The vehicle is always garage-stored. This appears to be a real problem that Lexus refuses to take responsibility for.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-17
Suspension
4 of 20 total reports mention: suspension.
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A clunking noise happens almost all times when come to a complete stop. My wife reported problem to different dealers and problem has not been resolved excessive odors smell like rear brake pads burned.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-06-10
Also filed under Power train
Air bags
3 of 20 total reports mention: air bags.
Tires
2 of 20 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing sidewall.
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BL 265/65R17 110S THIS TIRE EXPLODED AS I was existing the Harbor Fwy going south at Adams Blvd.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-08-06
Once existing the car the Officernoticed that my rear driver tire had expolded. This is what caused the accident and caused me tremendously back pain problems.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-07-07
Power train
2 of 20 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing driveline and automatic transmission.
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When downhill, vehicle shifts downward from d to 4. Must wait a few seconds before accelerating, then vehicle shifts back to d. If I accelerate while in 4TH gear, vehicle will not shift to d.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-06-02
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 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2004 Lexus GX 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?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 Lexus GX have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.