2004 Lexus GX 470 Recalls
No NHTSA recalls on record for the 2004 Lexus GX 470. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 43 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the air bags. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Complaints by component
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.
“The contact owns a 2004 lexus gx470. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, the driver’s side seat heater was activated on the high setting. The contact stated that the following morning he noticed small blisters on his back; medical attention was needed. The vehicle was not…”
“The contact owns a 2004 lexus gx470. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, the driver’s side seat heater was activated on the high setting. The contact stated that the following morning he noticed small blisters on his back; medical attention was needed. The vehicle was not…”
“My gx470 2004 has rust on frame, shocks and suspension. Have been told that they will not make any repairs because they will cost more than vehicle. Lexus should really consider these frames from dana ohio in the recalls as the others. Over the years I have had the radiator, emergency brake and…”
“My gx470 2004 has rust on frame, shocks and suspension. Have been told that they will not make any repairs because they will cost more than vehicle. Lexus should really consider these frames from dana ohio in the recalls as the others. Over the years I have had the radiator, emergency brake and…”
“My gx470 2004 has rust on frame, shocks and suspension. Have been told that they will not make any repairs because they will cost more than vehicle. Lexus should really consider these frames from dana ohio in the recalls as the others. Over the years I have had the radiator, emergency brake and…”
“Vehicle failed inspection due to rust hole in frame and transmission support. The mechanic said that the rest of the frame is in good condition which leads me to believe that it must be a defect with materials used for the frame, I would expect same type of damage to the rest of the frame. The car…”
“Pearl white paint is peeling off like paper on my 2004 gx 470 what is going on with lexus paint I have owned 3 lexus cars never had this to happen to the other cars needs help in sanford nc”
“Entire frame of the car is rusted to the point that almost nothing is holding the car together and we've been told it's not safe to drive. Has been maintained on regular basis and has always been parked in garage at night and on most weekdays. Car shouldn't be rusted out when cared for…”
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2004 Lexus GX 470 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.