2000 Lexus LX470 recalls
Reported Sep 8, 2004 · 75,395 vehicles affected · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Problem: 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.
Risk: This condition could blind the driver of a vehicle driving in the opposite direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
2000 Lexus LX470 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 4 | |
| Structure | 3 | |
| Tires | 2 | |
| Suspension | 2 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 2
- Tires › Sidewall — 1
- Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1
- Structure › Frame and Members — 1
- Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 129,000 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 2000 Lexus LX470 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 252,000 miles · reported Feb 25, 2019
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.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 250,000 miles · reported Oct 24, 2016
Several times now the vsc (Electronic vehicle stability control) engages at very inappropriate times nearly resulting in a collision or being pulled off the road. It happened on highways, in clear weather, and almost always on a very slight turn. The speed has varied between 45 - 65 when this occurred. I want to stress that this was in 70 degree weather. No rain. No snow. No ice. There was zero traction slippage that could have contributed to this engaging. The vehicle nearly stops and we have been fortunate to not be rear ended by semi-trucks on multiple occasions. There is a tremendous…
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 140,000 miles · reported Jun 20, 2016
The above VIN is for a vehicle that I own but have owned for only a couple of weeks. It has not experienced any safety issues over the short period that I have owned it. Since I purchased the car I have become aware that similar 2000 and 2001 model years lx470s have experienced vehicle stability control (Vsc) problems that seem to represent a safety concern. I have submitted a copy of a thread on a lexus owner forum that describes the issue - which is often described as terrifying, or words to that effect, by those that have experienced it. This lx470 problem described seems to be very similar…
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 148,000 miles · reported Nov 12, 2015
I own a lx470 2000 with about 148,000 miles. Over the last couple of months, I have experienced 8 different times with the traction control problems as describing here. I was traveling at 65mph on a straight dry road my vsc warning light and audible alarm came on and vehicle began swerving violently back and forth apparently due to left and right brakes engaging alternately. Happened a few more times while driving at 35-40 MPH. Every single occurrence, the system engaged randomly without warning and the steering wheel pulled to the right and unable to control the vehicle until the speed…
Electrical System · at 203,000 miles · reported Nov 3, 2014
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.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Lexus LX470 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 Lexus LX470: 04V-434 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Lexus LX470?
Owners report vehicle speed control problems most often (4 reports), followed by electronic stability control (esc) (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 129,000 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.