MYRModel Year Report

2001 Lexus LS430

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2001 Lexus LS430
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:00:14.414Z

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

STRUCTURE 13%

13% of complaints: structure — 7 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 13%

13% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 7 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 10%

10% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 5 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
STRUCTURE 6%

6% of complaints: structure — 3 distinct reports on file.

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

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 6%

6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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I TURNED AROUND IN A PARKING LOT BY BACKING UP AND REVERSING MY DIRECTION, AFTER I REVERSED MY DIRECTION THE CAR SHOT FORWARD WITHOUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120403

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 (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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:body:trunk lid, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Lexus LS430 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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