Is the 2004 Lexus GX470 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 GX470?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Lexus GX470 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2004 Lexus GX470

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2004 Lexus GX470
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:55:56.742Z

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: 32
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Air bags

Complaints per year

2004: 32 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2003	46
2004	32
2005	30
2006	28
2007	27
2008	13
2009	1

Known problem areas

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

Air bags

38% · 12 reports

CRASHINJURY

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There was a recall on my vehicle. The dashboard is all cracked but my problem is that I drive my kids and there is a recall problem with side curtain-shield-airbags (Csas) which deploy from the roof rails in the event of certain types of crashes.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-03

The car has been subject to 2 recalls. First, a recall for the self-destructing dashboard and for the curtain shield airbags. The company has refused to provide me with the part in order to proceed to a replacement of the affected parts.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-23

Structure

28% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing body and dashboard.

CRASH

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I have a 2004 GX470 SUV. Today I was in a parking lot, trying to back out and leave. With one foot on the accelerator, I found it stuck, which was odd, as I had not experienced it before. So I pressed on it again, I thought, lightly.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-01-15

Vehicle speed control

13% · 4 reports

CRASH

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My wife was driving our SUV and was attempting to park it in a bank parking lot in niles, il.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-09

Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic

Problem with vsc on my 2004 Lexus GX470. I was driving from a ski resort on snow covered road at approx 35-37 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-04-16

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)

Suspension

9% · 3 reports

Service brakes

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2016-12-01Air bags16V065000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2003-2006 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX470, 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia, 2004-2006 Toyota 4Runner and Lexus GX470 vehicles equipped with side...

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module with one that has improved programming, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-271-9371.

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2004 Lexus GX470 — pre-purchase inspection

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Air bags: 12 reports on file for this year.
Structure: 9 reports on file for this year.
Vehicle speed control: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 16V065000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2004 Lexus GX470 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 GX470?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Lexus GX470 have?: 1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.