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 PER YEAR
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| 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.
12 of 21 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
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, 20190601
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, 20121026
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, 20100205
3 of 21 total reports mention: air bags.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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, 20190601
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, 20140303
THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION IN HER 2005 LEXUS LS 430 WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT . *NM THE CONSUMER DOESN'T THINK THE AIR BAG INFLATED ALL THE WAY BECAUSE HER NOISE HIT THE STEERING WHEEL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20051216
2 of 21 total reports mention: service brakes.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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, 20190601
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, 20140303
1 of 21 total reports mentions: wheels.
1 of 21 total reports mentions: wheels.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2005 Lexus LS430 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.