MYRModel Year Report

2004 Lexus IS 300

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2004 Lexus IS 300
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:51:42.798Z

Only 19 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 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus IS 300 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 2001: 27 complaints 2001 2002: 28 complaints 2003: 21 complaints 2003 2004: 19 complaints 2004 2005: 4 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaints 2016: 3 complaints 2016 2017: 2 complaints 2018: 6 complaints 2018 2019: 7 complaints 2020: 2 complaints 2020 2021: 1 complaints 2022: 1 complaints 2022
2004: 19 complaints
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YearComplaints
200127
200228
200321
200419
20054
20061
20163
20172
20186
20197
20202
20211
20221

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 19 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

3 of 19 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
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TL*THE CONTACT LEASED A 2004 LEXUS IS300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE UNINTENTIONALLY ACCELERATED, DROVE OVER A CURB, AND CRASHED INTO THE STEPS ON A RAILING OF A BUILDING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100419

STRUCTURE

3 of 19 total reports mention: structure.

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THE DASH BOARD IS MELTING SINCE 2007, LEXUS DID NOT DO ANY MORE THAN CHANGE PASSENGER AIR BAG COVER THAT AFTER A WILE STARTER MELTING AGAIN, THEY BLAME AT SUN EXPOSURE, THE CAR IS ALWAYS IN THE GARAGE AND IS USED VERY LITTLE TODAY THE MILEAGE IS...

NHTSA ODI report, 20140802

MY 2004 LEXUS IS 300 HAS A MELTING DASHBOARD. THE DASHBOARD HAS BECOME STICKY TO THE TOUCH AND LEAVES MARKS WHEN YOU TOUCH IT. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20140623

TIRES

2 of 19 total reports mention: tires.

CRASH
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WHILE DRIVING IN INCLEMENT WEATHER THE VEHICLE REAR TRACTION MALFUNCTIONED WHICH RESULTED IN FREQUENT SPINOUTS AND A SUBSEQUENT COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050222

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LEXUS IS-300 EQUIPPED WITH NEXEN N-5000 TIRES (N.A), LINE SIZE 215/45/17. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE NOTICED LARGE CIRCULAR CRACKS ON THE SIDEWALL OF THREE OF THE FOUR TIRES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130624

ENGINE

2 of 19 total reports mention: engine.

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ENGINE QUIT ON HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH COASTED OF SHOULDER OF ROAD. WRECKER DROPPED AT DEALER. THEY MIS DIAGNOSED A BAD COIL. APPROXIMATELY 6 HOURS LATER THE CAR QUIT IN SAME WAY AGAIN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180522

AIR BAGS

2 of 19 total reports mention: air bags.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Lexus IS 300 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 Lexus IS 300 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 IS 300?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Lexus IS 300 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.