2004 Lexus ES330 recalls and problems
The 2004 Lexus ES330 has 1 safety recall and 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Lexus dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2004 Lexus ES330 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2004 Lexus ES330 recalls
Recall 11V-539: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004 avalon vehicles; 2004 and 2005 camry, camry solara, highlander, and sienna vehicles, 2006 highlander hybrid; 2004 and 2005 lexus es330 and rx330; and 2006 lexus rx400h vehicles manufactured from june 1, 2004 through march 31, 2005, equipped with the 1mz-fe or 3mz-fe engine. The amount of adhesive agent applied between the outer ring and the torsional rubber damper (Inner ring) in the crankshaft pulley may be inadequate. If the adhesive is insufficient, there is a possibility that the outer ring may become misaligned and it may not properly rotate with the inner ring, causing noise and/or illumination of the battery discharge indicator light.
Risk: In some cases, the belt for the power steering pump may become detached from the pulley which could result in a loss of power steering and a sudden increase in steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will check the crankshaft pulley to identify whether it was produced by the U.S. Supplier. If so, the dealer will replace the pulley with a new one at no charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during early january 2012. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
2004 Lexus ES330 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 12 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
- Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger — 1
- Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 102,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2004 Lexus ES330 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Lexus ES330 years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 Lexus ES330 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Lexus ES330: 11V-539 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Lexus ES330?
Owners report air bags problems most often (12 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 102,000 miles.
Are Lexus recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lexus dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.