repaired · 2021 Q3
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
2004 Lexus SC430Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 12 owner complaints about the 2004 Lexus SC430, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 19V-741 the manufacturer reports only 65% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 26, 2023. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2004 Lexus SC430 has problems
12 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
6Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
2Equipment1 crash/fire/injury
2Tires
1Electrical system
1Structure
1Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 6 | 1 |
| Equipment | 2 | 1 |
| Tires | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2004 Lexus SC430 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Lexus.
Best & worst years
2004 vs. every other SC430 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the SC430 median. How we score
'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2004 Lexus SC430 safety ratings
2004 Lexus SC 430 Convertible w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What SC430 owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LEXUS SC430. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA 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…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LEXUS SC430. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA 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…
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?
Own a 2004 SC430?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.