2000 Lexus LX470: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 17 owner complaints on record; most reports concern electronic stability control (esc).
Data updated weekly · latest recall Sep 2004
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Vehicle locks up on right hand curves over 30 mph causing vehicle to slide into other lanes. Very dangerous condition which intermittent and unpredictable. Similar problems with same make, model and year across the web.”Owner report · Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · Feb 2019
“Tl* the contact owns a 2000 lexus lx470. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 mph, the traction control warning light illuminated and the steering wheel would veer to the left and right. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who diagnosed that the alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 203,000.”Owner report · Electrical System · Oct 2014
“Vehicle taken in for air conditioner problem. Informed by dealer there was severe rust on frame and undercarriage components. *kb”Owner report · Structure · Jun 2011
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“Sudden acceleration causing vehicle & property damage. Vehicle acted on own and accelerated, had applied brake hard with no effect to acceleration (like cruise control was applying maximum acceleration) and was able to turn key off but not before damaging vehicle bumper, fender, turn signal, antenna, and rear bumper. *tr”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Jan 2010
“1. Accelerating onto city street 2. The failure - the lower portion of the gas pedal became stuck under the floor mat. It happened to me twice. After figuring out what happened, as I was accelerating, I bent down and moved the floor mat. Scary, started to panic, as I couldn't brake to stop, accelerating at higher speeds, not safe to get to the floor mat and readjust it while accelerating into traffic. 3. Didn't know anything could be done until listening to news reports of this recently. *cn”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · May 2009
“2000 lx470 - the paint on the entire car is fading terribly. Spoke with lexus corporate and was told to get an estimate for re-painting - $6,000 since entire car must be taken apart (handles, mirrors, etc.) lexus would only pay half - I refuse to pay $3,000 because they have a defective paint job - seen other cars (topaz color) with same problem but lexus says not there problem!!!! My car looks like it has a disease = *tr”Owner report · Structure · Mar 2008
“Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lexus lx470. He received a recall notice for the exterior lighting (NHTSA campaign id# 04v434000). He made an appointment to have it repaired however after waiting two hours; the dealer stated that the part was unavailable. They stated that they would reschedule an appointment. As of august 8, 2007, the dealer has not repaired the vehicle. The current mileage was 78,965. There had been no failure to date. Updated 02-01-08 *bf updated 02/01/08 *tr”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Aug 2007
“Failure of automatic height control while driving. Reportedly a recurring issue with all models of lexus lx 470. On my car this problem already happened once at 55000 miles and was supposedly "fixed", but happened again. Very dangerous and appears to be a money making scheme for lexus dealers since they are completely nonchalant about it. NHTSA needs to address it with lexus/toyota before somebody gets hurt.*jb”Owner report · Suspension · Nov 2006
“Tire blew out on freeway while driving at 65mph. Tire: michelin ltx m/s 275/70r16 on a 2000 lexus lx470. I have also noticed uneven tire wear on the outside of the tire and notifed the dealer a couple of times but they say it is normal.”Owner report · Tires · Jan 2003
When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS DO NOT MEET LUMINOUS INTENSITY STANDARD.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RESISTOR, WHICH WILL DECREASE THE LUMINOUS INTENSITY OF THE DRL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE JUNE 10, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
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Is the 2000 Lexus LX470 reliable?
NHTSA has 17 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2000 Lexus LX470. The most complained-about area is electronic stability control (esc).
Does the 2000 Lexus LX470 have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning exterior lighting:headlights. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.