The contact owns a 2004 Lexus SC430. The contact stated while driving at 35 MPH, the radio was activated and there was an abnormal sound coming from the antenna. The contact noticed the antenna hanging off the holster and structuring the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 159,000.
The worst 2004 Lexus SC430 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags6
- Tires2
- Body1
- Electrical1
- Suspension1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Airbags6
- Tires2
- Body1
- Electrical1
- Suspension1
Recalls 1
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2002-2010 Lexus SC430, 2006-2012 Lexus IS250 and IS350 and 2010-2015 Lexus IS250C and IS350C vehicles. These vehicles had their driver or passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front driver inflator, front passenger airbag inflator, the airbag assembly, or the front passenger airbag sub-assembly and inflator. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1‑888‑270‑9371 or Lexus customer service at 1‑800‑255‑3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0A, J0B, and J0C. Lexus' numbers for this recall are JLI, JLJ, and JLK.
Recall number 19V741000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2004 Lexus SC430 77
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix...
- CSP: On July 30, 2018, a settlement of claims for Economic Loss related to Takata airbag inflators was...
- CSP: Takata CSP Coverage Job Aid
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground...
- Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components
- Supersession notice
- Obsolete notice
- Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- Supersession notice
2004 Lexus SC430 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L 8‑cyl | RWD | 16 | 22 | 18 |
What 2004 Lexus SC430 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2004 lexus sc430. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v285000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 lexus sc430. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v285000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Parts are on back order and dealer requires that I bring in the car to "link" it to the back order and then they will schedule an appointment... This is unacceptable. They have my VIN; why should I have to physically drive far out of my way to schedule an appointment?
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 lexus sc430. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v285000 (air bags) and stated that the parts needed for the recall repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 lexus sc430. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v312000 (air bags) however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Lexus sc 430 2004 sometimes when braking the car would accelerate thought maybe I had accidentally hit pedal or something but happened several times. Didn't think muchof it until notice the recall no incident dates but filled out form anyway.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 lexus sc430. The contact stated that the vehicle has mold growing across the climate exchange. He smells mildew coming from the air condition duct and some doctors stated that he was terminally ill. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer, but they could not find the failure. The vehicle remained at the dealer for three months and they cleaned and installed a new air condition unit. The contact became allergic to the antifreeze that was being installed. The failure mileage was 35,000.
I have an lexus sc430 2004 with 40k miles on it. I have repeatedly put new tires on the car. The dealership is telling me, that's the way the tires are going to wear because its a so call sports car. The tires is wearing down to the wire on the inside of all the tires about every 7,000-8,000 miles. It's not safe and it's $356 a tire.
Consumer complaint concerning the 2004 sc430 welded firewall. *ts the consumer explained to the dealer that the vehicle pulled to the right while driven. This problem has not been resolved by the dealer. At the 10000 mile checkup the body was welded at the left firewall and the left side bumper was then properly attached. The consumer feels that the vehicle was sold in an unsafe condition.
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Questions about the 2004 Lexus SC430
Is the 2004 Lexus SC430 reliable?
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the 2004 Lexus SC430, close to a typical SC430 model year.
What is the 2004 Lexus SC430 year score?
The 2004 Lexus SC430 scores 75 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Lexus SC430: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Lexus SC430?
Airbags, with 6 complaints. Next is tires (2).
How many recalls does the 2004 Lexus SC430 have?
1 recall, covering air bags.
What gas mileage does the 2004 Lexus SC430 get?
Official estimates for the 2004 Lexus SC430 range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.3L 8-cyl, RWD) gets 16 city and 22 highway.
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