2005 Lexus LS430
Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 21
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2005: 21 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 52 |
| 2002 | 30 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 21 |
Known problem areas
Only 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
12 of 21 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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Takata recall, during accident air bags under inflated, my legs was bruised and swollen. My car self accelerated, I couldn't control the speed, my brakes didn't work, my car stopped by hitting the car in front of me.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-01
Also filed under Air bags and service brakes
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 Lexus LS430. While driving approximately 3 MPH, the contact attempted to maneuver the vehicle into a parking space when the vehicle accelerated abnormally.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-26
On sep 17, 2009 as I left a gas station the Lexus LS430 year 2005 accelerated and I was only able to avoid the cars in front of me was to swerve to the right and jammed of the brake with both feet.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-02-05
Air bags
3 of 21 total reports mention: air bags.
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I have owned car since new. All service performed by same dealer on time. All repairs done as suggested by dealer. Air bags recall performed in 2006. New brakes within 6 months.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-03
Also filed under Service brakes
Service brakes
3 of 21 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Wheels
2 of 21 total reports mention: wheels, most commonly citing rim.
Tires
2 of 21 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing pressure monitoring and regulating systems.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2005 Lexus LS430 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2005 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 2005 Lexus LS430?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 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.