2003 Lexus LS430
Only 23 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 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 23
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2003: 23 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 52 |
| 2002 | 30 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 21 |
Known problem areas
Only 23 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
8 of 23 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members and trunk lid.
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Failure of rear trunk struts causing trunk to come down sharply on back of my head causing pain and bruising. The same happened to my wife on two other occasions. Approximate dates given below as form does not conform to several dates.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-08-28
Trunk strut failed after only about 3 years. My dad gave me the car and he was just willing to live with it, as he is very ill the car had passed the 4-year, 50,000 mile point, but I was struck by the falling trunk and wish it repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-10-02
Air bags
3 of 23 total reports mention: air bags.
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I was involved in a collision. The front of my car my made full contact with the rear of the car in front of me. I was traveling at least 25 MPH if not more before impact.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-09-01
Takata recall
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-08-15
To whom it may concern: I am in receipt of a recall notice from Lexus division Toyota motor company in which there were numerous large block red lettered warnings informing me of this danger and the urgency of my response.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-18
Vehicle speed control
3 of 23 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.
Tires
2 of 23 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
Wheels
1 of 23 total reports mentions: wheels, most commonly citing hub.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2003 Lexus LS430 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Structure: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2003 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 2003 Lexus LS430?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2003 Lexus LS430 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.