2001 Lexus LS430

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2001 Lexus LS430
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:42:41.578Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus LS430 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 2001: 52 complaints 2001 2002: 30 complaints 2002 2003: 23 complaints 2003 2004: 10 complaints 2004 2005: 21 complaints 2005
2001: 52 complaints
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YearComplaints
200152
200230
200323
200410
200521

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

STRUCTURE 27%

27% of complaints: structure — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing trunk lid and body.

CRASH INJURY
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PNEUMATIC CYLINDERS DESIGNED TO HOLD TRUNK OPEN FAILED CAUSING TRUNK TO CLOSE WHEN IN USE ENDANGERING PERSON USING TRUNK

NHTSA ODI report, 20190710

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 17%

17% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing lock and latch.

INJURY
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 13%

13% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing linkages and accelerator pedal.

CRASH INJURY
SERVICE BRAKES 12%

12% of complaints: service brakes — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8%

8% of complaints: electrical system — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.

INJURY
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IN THE COURSE OF OPENING THE CLOSED CAR TRUNK LID IN ORDER TO RETRIEVE THE GROCERIES THAT WERE INSIDE THE TRUNK, , I PULLED IT UP BY ITS LOWER EDGE USING THE RING FINGER OF MY RIGHT HAND.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140527

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20020215 — DP (closed 20020822)

LEXUS LINK COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Lexus LS430 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (14 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (7 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2001 Lexus LS430 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 2001 Lexus LS430?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Lexus LS430 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.