Model year guide

2004 Lexus gx470

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Lexus gx470 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

2004 Lexus gx470 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints85
Combined15 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2004 Lexus gx470 recalls 1

Air Bags:side/window NHTSA Campaign #16V065000 · manufacturer #G0C, GLB · 05/02/2016

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2003-2006 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX470, 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia, 2004-2006 Toyota 4Runner and Lexus GX470 vehicles equipped with side curtain-shield-air bags. The affected vehicles have an air bag control module that may be improperly programmed, causing the side curtain-shield-air bags to deploy inadvertently.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module with one that has improved programming, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-271-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is G0C and GLB.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2004 Lexus gx470 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 85 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

2004 Lexus gx470 MPG & running costs

Combined15 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway17 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,450
EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2004 Lexus gx470 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,250
Fuel only$22,250
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2004 Lexus gx470 trims & engines on record

Trims
470
Engines
4.7L 8-cyl 227 hp

2004 Lexus gx470 vehicles on record

2004 Lexus gx470 470JTJBT20X840025935 2004 Lexus gx470 2004 Lexus gx470 470JTJBT20X540029098 2004 Lexus gx470 2004 Lexus gx470 470JTJBT20X840027636

Other Lexus gx470 model years

2008 2007 2006 2005 2003

2004 Lexus gx470 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Lexus gx470 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2004 Lexus gx470. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Lexus gx470?

Across all 85 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, air bags, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2004 Lexus gx470 get?

The 2004 Lexus gx470 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 15 mpg combined (14 city / 17 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.