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2004 Lexus GS problems

The most common problem on the 2004 Lexus GS is acceleration and speed control. It has fewer complaints than a typical GS model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
25
Worst area
Acceleration
Fuel economy
18-19mpg

The worst 2004 Lexus GS problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Acceleration
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Fuel system
    1

Problems by type

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  • Acceleration
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Fuel system
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 2004 Lexus GS 25

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 25 bulletins for the 2004 Lexus GS

2004 Lexus GS fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
3.0L 6‑cylRWD162319
4.3L 8‑cylRWD162218

What 2004 Lexus GS owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 30, 2026 · Electrical · 209,248 miles · CA

Odometer Fraud. The contact was interested in purchasing a 2004 Lexus GS 300 on Facebook Marketplace. The contact reached out to the seller and was informed that vehicle was sold. The contact stated that hours later, the contact discovered the same vehicle listed on Facebook Marketplace website from another owner; however, the contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy within the Advertisement. The contact stated that the original mileage was listed as 209,248; however, the second listing indicated that the mileage was 157,000.

Filed Oct 19, 2014 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 82,000 miles · FL

Engine check, vsc and vsc out lights remain on after auto is started. Replaced fuel fill cap..no help. Very concerned about fuel or fume leakage and life threatening fires or explosions.

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Questions about the 2004 Lexus GS

Is the 2004 Lexus GS reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2004 Lexus GS, fewer than a typical GS model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Lexus GS?

Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).

How many recalls does the 2004 Lexus GS have?

No recalls on record.

What gas mileage does the 2004 Lexus GS get?

Official estimates for the 2004 Lexus GS range from 18 to 19 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.0L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 16 city and 23 highway.

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