2001 Lexus LS430: problems, recalls and reliability
0 recalls and 52 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is structure (22% of complaints).
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0
recalls
52
owner complaints
1
fire reports
61,000
typical failure mileage, mi
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
No recall campaignsWeak spot: structure (22%)1 fire report
Common problems
Computed from 52 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
Structure (body, frame, doors, rust)22% · 11 complaints
Latches/Locks/Linkages (door locks, latches, hood release)14% · 7 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic (brakes)12% · 6 complaints
Vehicle Speed Control (unintended acceleration, cruise control)10% · 5 complaints
Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)6% · 3 complaints
Visibility (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)4% · 2 complaints
“The contact owns a 2001 Lexus LS430 equipped with Cooper Tires, Tire Line: Evolution Tour, Tire Size: 225/60/R16, DOT Number: U9X31LP4619. The contact stated that she felt the vehicle wobble while driving and noticed that the rear driver's side tire tread belt had separated after the tires were rotated and balanced at a tire shop. The contact took the vehicle back to the tire shop and was informed that the rear driver's side tire needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired with another brand of tire. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 114,656.”Owner report · Tires · Nov 2022
“The bass of the speaker in the rear of the car is malfunctioning. I have heard from other owners of this year / make that this is an issue for them as well. Specifically, the speaker needs to be replaced or repaired because of the wobbly sound it makes”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Oct 2014
“In the course of opening the closed car trunk lid in order to retrieve the groceries that were inside the trunk, , I pulled it up by its lower edge using the ring finger of my right hand. Without warning or reason for it to do so, the electric automatic power trunk lid closer mechanism operated and shut the lid, crushing and mangling my finger bone and finger nail, and causing excruciating pain and permanent disfigurement. I am told by the doctor who has been treating my finger that the finger soreness and pain is also a permanent condition. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Oct 2013
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“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 lexus ls430. The contact stated when the brake pedal was applied it extended to the floorboard and it had to be depressed several times in order for the vehicle to come to a stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and a local mechanic who were unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 54,000 and the current mileage was 59,000.”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · May 2011
“The trunk struts failed to support the trunk and slammed shut as I was retrieving groceries out of the trunk. It left a very nasty bump on the back of my head. It no longer supports the trunk lid weight at all. It is dangerous and I must always hold it open with one hand and the trunk is heavy. I have bumped my head and hands multiple times when the trunk comes down.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Mar 2011
“The trunk deck lid on my 2001 lexus ls430 will not stay open. The trunk struts have failed. The car has only 77,000 miles on it. The problem started approximately 12 months ago with 63,000 miles. The trunk deck lid has fallen on my head. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Sep 2010
“Tl*the contact owns a 2001 lexus ls430. While driving approximately 60 mph, the rear passenger side door suddenly opened. He pulled over and closed it. He took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the door latch system failed and needed to be replaced. He called the manufacturer and filed a complaint with a representative. The vehicle has not been repaired to-date. The current and failure mileages were approximately 133,000.”Owner report · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Jan 2010
“Lift supports unable to support trunk. In 2006 lexus las vegas, nv quoted us $750.00 to fix the problem. Found the cost prohibitive and decided to make do with propping-up trunk with wooden stick each time we open. We are a retired couple in our late sixties, we find the propping-up physically taxing and clearly a safety issue. Yesterday, were it not for my wife's fast reflex, her head would have seriously smashed when a gust of wind slammed the propped-up trunk. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Dec 2009
“Rear door latch failed and the door no longer closes. Dealer said the plastic latch deteriorated and needs to be replaced with a new one but there is no service bulletin on it. Looks like a safety issue why the door latch is made from plastic and the door can actually open while in motion. *tr”Owner report · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Nov 2009
“Traveling at 45 50 mph when approaching traffic applied brakes and vehicle continued to accelerate the brakes did not slow the vehicle down the vehicle owner says that the floor matt was locked in place”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 2009
When filing, owners marked a crash in 10 of these complaints and injuries in 22 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
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Is the 2001 Lexus LS430 reliable?
NHTSA has 52 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on record for the 2001 Lexus LS430. The most complained-about area is structure (22% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2001 Lexus LS430 problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 61,000 miles or less.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.