2002 Lexus GS430 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2002 Lexus GS430, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

1 / 0

Injuries / deaths

3 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Lexus GS430 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Lexus GS430 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Air Bags	1
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	1
Structure	1

Most reported parts

Air Bags › Frontal — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 70,000 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 2002 Lexus GS430 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · at 70,000 miles · reported May 17, 2013

Like many others that I know that own a lexus sc430. I think I have a mold problem. I have heard of people becoming very ill from car. I also smell a problem with AC and have condensation on inside of windows.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 70,000 miles · reported Mar 4, 2010

I brought lexus gs430, model year 2002 in dec 2001. My model is not in recall list. I have experienced sudden unintended acceleration on nov 28, 2009 in san diego. Braking did not help. Car went over street divider in opposing traffic lanes. I was lucky that there was no traffic.

Air Bags · at 56,000 miles · reported Feb 5, 2010

My father was driving my 02 lexus gs430 with my mother and 10mo old daughter in the backseat. He stopped at a stop sign and then accelerated to turn left. He was going 30-35mph and saw that the car infront of him was stopped and about to turn. He pressed the brake and the lexus did not slow down. He then slammed on the brakes and the lexus still did not slow down. The lexus finally came to a stop when they hit the car infront of them and the airbags did not deploy. My father is having back problems and my mother's leg is bruised, luckily my daughter is unharmed. The driver of the other vehicle…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Lexus GS430 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2002 Lexus GS430 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Lexus GS430?

Owners report vehicle speed control problems most often (2 reports), followed by air bags (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 70,000 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.