2004 Lexus Sc 430 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2004 Lexus Sc 430.

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Complaints
7
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
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Recalls
0

Worst 2004 Lexus Sc 430 Problems

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

#12 complaints

Airbags

Crash-related:1
#21 complaints

Electrical Faults

#31 complaints

Body Structure

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Lexus Sc 430.

Airbags
2
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Crashes
1
Fires
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Electrical Faults
1
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Crashes
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Fires
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Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
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Fires
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Suspension:Front
1
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Crashes
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Fires
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Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
1
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Crashes
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Fires
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Tires:Tread/Belt
1
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Fires
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2004 Lexus Sc 430 — FAQ

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

Is the 2004 Lexus Sc 430 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2004 Lexus Sc 430 has 7 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 2 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2004 Lexus Sc 430?
Top reported problems: Airbags (2 complaints); Electrical Faults (1 complaints); Body Structure (1 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 2004 Lexus Sc 430?
NHTSA complaints for the 2004 Lexus Sc 430 include 1 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 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 Sc 430 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2004 Lexus Sc 430 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 Sc 430?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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

Wider context: See the full Lexus Sc 430 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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