2004 Lexus Gx Problems

High Complaint Volume

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2004 Lexus Gx.

20032005
Complaints
28
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
4
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 2004 Lexus Gx Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#17 complaints

Body Structure

Avg mileage:115,800 mi
#24 complaints

Suspension Failures

#33 complaints

Airbags

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Lexus Gx.

Body Structure
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
115,800
Suspension Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Sidewall
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Driveline
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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2004 Lexus Gx — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2004 Lexus Gx reliable?
Verdict: High Complaint Volume. The 2004 Lexus Gx has 28 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Body Structure with 7 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2004 Lexus Gx?
Top reported problems: Body Structure (7 complaints, avg 115,800 mi); Suspension Failures (4 complaints); Airbags (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2004 Lexus Gx?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 115,800 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2004 Lexus Gx?
NHTSA complaints for the 2004 Lexus Gx include 1 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 4 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2004 Lexus Gx have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2004 Lexus Gx as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2004 Lexus Gx?
This year has a higher-than-normal complaint volume. It's not an automatic no, but focus inspection on the top reported issue (body structure) and verify open recalls have been addressed.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Lexus Gx reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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