2004 Lexus LS 430
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Lexus LS 430 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 91 on record.
2004 Lexus LS 430 at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2004 Lexus LS 430 recalls 2
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES WHEN THE ACCELERATOR IS OPERATED QUICKLY, A SMALL PIECE OF METAL MAY SEPARATE FROM A RETAINING COLLAR LOCATED IN THE INNER PART OF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. THIS SMALL PIECE OF METAL MAY BECOME CAUGHT IN THE PARKING LOCK MECHANISM.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE IMPELLER INSIDE THE FUEL PUMP MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MOLDED DUE TO A MANUFACTURING ERROR. ALCOHOL IN SOME FUELS MAY DEFORM THE IMPELLER AND CAUSE IT TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE PUMP HOUSING.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP. OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED IN JULY, 2004. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2004 Lexus LS 430 MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2004 Lexus LS 430 worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2004 Lexus LS 430 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($10,396) with the same model 3 model-years older ($6,166), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2004 Lexus LS 430 trims & engines on record
2004 Lexus LS 430 vehicles on record
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2004 Lexus LS 430 — frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 Lexus LS 430 have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2004 Lexus LS 430. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What gas mileage does the 2004 Lexus LS 430 get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2004 Lexus LS 430 at about 18 mpg combined (16 city / 23 highway).
How much is a 2004 Lexus LS 430 worth?
Comparable 2004 Lexus LS 430 listings run roughly $7,500–$13,200, typically around $10,396 (from 91 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.