2004 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated June 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2004 Lexus LS has 1 documented known issues, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is Side/Curtain/Knee Airbag Inflator Defect. Across all issues, repair costs range from $ to $. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
On the 2004 Lexus LS, a documented safety issue exists on some 2004 Lexus LS vehicles involving improperly assembled air bag inflators used in the side air bag, curtain shield air bag, and knee air bag assemblies. The recall indicates inflators may have been produced with an assembly defect that could affect proper deployment performance in a crash.
Verify recall completion for campaign 06V096000 through Lexus or NHTSA using the VIN. If incomplete, the remedy is replacement of the affected air bag inflator/module assemblies by a dealer at no charge; out-of-pocket repair outside recall can be expensive because it may involve side, curtain, or knee airbag modules and related trim removal. If the airbag warning light is on, scan the SRS system before replacing parts to confirm whether the recalled inflator or another component is at fault.
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
AIR BAGS
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE AIR BAG INFLATOR, WHICH IS USED IN THE SIDE AIR BAG, THE CURTAIN SHIELD AIR BAG, AND THE KNEE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY, SOME INFLATORS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF THE HEATING AGENTS NECESSARY FOR PROPER AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. IN THIS CONDITION, THE EXPANSION FORCE OF THE GAS MAY BE INSUFFICIENT TO PROPERLY INFLATE THE AIR BAG WHEN THE SRS SYSTEM IS ACTIVATED DURING A CRASH.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2004-2004 Lexus LS has 1 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Side/Curtain/Knee Airbag Inflator Defect. Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2004-2004 Lexus LS has 1 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: Side/Curtain/Knee Airbag Inflator Defect. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
A documented safety issue exists on some 2004 Lexus LS vehicles involving improperly assembled air bag inflators used in the side air bag, curtain shield air bag, and knee air bag assemblies. The recall indicates inflators may have been produced with an assembly defect that could… Severity: high.
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