2005 Lexus Ls430 Recalls

No recalls on record Updated July 2026

No NHTSA recalls on record for the 2005 Lexus Ls430. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the vehicle speed control. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Complaints by component

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
12
8crashes1fires6injuries1deaths
AIR BAGS
3
2crashes1fires2injuries
SERVICE BRAKES
2
1crashes1injuries
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1
SEAT BELTS
1
1crashes
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1
1crashes2injuries
STRUCTURE
1
STRUCTURE:BODY
1
SUSPENSION
1
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
1
Total complaints31

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“The contact owns a 2005 lexus ls430. The contact stated while driving various speeds, the rear suspension was bouncing excessively causing the vehicle to be difficult to control and maintain in the lane. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had driven the vehicle to a…”

SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER · reported 2020-10-04

“The contact owns a 2005 lexus ls430. The contact stated while driving various speeds, the rear suspension was bouncing excessively causing the vehicle to be difficult to control and maintain in the lane. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had driven the vehicle to a…”

SUSPENSION · reported 2020-10-04

“Takata recall, during accident air bags under inflated, my legs was bruised and swollen. My car self accelerated, I couldn't control the speed, my brakes didn't work, my car stopped by hitting the car in front of me. Claim [xxx], the car was in motion, on a freeway, driving straight, I have a…”

AIR BAGS · reported 2019-05-16

“Takata recall, during accident air bags under inflated, my legs was bruised and swollen. My car self accelerated, I couldn't control the speed, my brakes didn't work, my car stopped by hitting the car in front of me. Claim [xxx], the car was in motion, on a freeway, driving straight, I have a…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2019-05-16

“Takata recall, during accident air bags under inflated, my legs was bruised and swollen. My car self accelerated, I couldn't control the speed, my brakes didn't work, my car stopped by hitting the car in front of me. Claim [xxx], the car was in motion, on a freeway, driving straight, I have a…”

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL · reported 2019-05-16

“Lifters that hold trunk open failed & trunk struck operator in the head twice. Engine hood was opened to its apex & the hood slammed closed. Will not stay open; can only be held open with a cane while trying to check oil. Car was stationary & ignition was off in all cases. Car gave no previous…”

STRUCTURE:BODY · reported 2018-03-01

“My dashboard is a hazardous to me driving bad glare. The dashboard is blistering and melting away and separating from the instrument panel. When I touch the dashboard its starting to crack. Highly disappointed with this lexus product. I am a loyal customer as well and several members of my family!…”

VISIBILITY/WIPER · reported 2015-11-27

“I have owned car since new. All service performed by same dealer on time. All repairs done as suggested by dealer. Air bags recall performed in 2006. New brakes within 6 months. Driving to my wife"s work (airport) on same route for 38 years (37 miles from residence). I observed red light and cars…”

AIR BAGS · reported 2014-02-17
Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2005 Lexus Ls430 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.