- The 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.
- The risk
- This condition could blind the driver of a vehicle driving in the opposite direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The 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.
Vehicle safety record
2001 Lexus LX470 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2001 Lexus LX470 with NHTSA, most often about the acceleration & cruise control (3) and the brakes (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in September 2004 for the headlights. For comparison, the 2000 has 17 and the 2002 has 10.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical LX470 year, for its age
#248 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 Lexus LX470 problems
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2001 Lexus LX470 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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5 complaints about the 2001 Lexus LX470
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
So this problem occurred while driving originally and it was so loud that not only did it effect my hearing, but it almost made me run off the road. It then proceeded to get worse just when the key was in the ignition and wasn't even started. It is a loud popping, cracking noise coming from the speaker areas, and from what I have now determined it is a direct result of the mark levinson amplifier not working properly. It basically renders the vehicle useless (due to the sound) until you pull the amplifier out,...
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pulling the stereo fuse didn't get rid of it either. These amps and these stereos should have been recalled long ago as they are truly a danger to the motorist who owns them. There is no documentation on how to disable them without physically removing them and the sound that comes out of them when they have an issue is horrendous. This recall needs to happen for safety and also for the simple fact that consumers are getting completely screwed over by the fact that these are not a lexus part but rather some sort of monopoly that can't be changed out like most conventional after market amplifiers/ stereos. They want $2200 for a new one or your only option is to drive a vehicle without a stereo. Please get online and research all the problems these systems have caused owners over the years. Then please do something about it. There's no doubt that had the circumstance have been right when that first giant pop was heard, I could have easily ended up in a ditch or head on because of the sound. The part number for the amplifier is 86280-0w050 I'm sure there is other models that are similar, but at least lexus should spend some time figuring out an alternative way to install an aftermarket stereo not prone to this problem for safety sake. All other vehicles have the ability to change out stereo, amps, speakers without tapping into the instrument cluster.
I have a 2001 lexus lx 470 on three different occasions the vsc has activated at a high rate of speed causing loss of control and almost an accident. Every time it was on dry roads with nice weather. The vsc light would come on for a brief second and the vsc off light and center differential light would stay on until the vehicle was put in reverse and a loud pop then the lights would go off. During this time the steering would be tight. *Tr
I have lexus lx470 2001 which suddenly stopped accelerating after I made a stop at a corner which had a steep uphill to climb and it would not go forward but started to roll back when I accelerated the vehicle. I hear the sound of the engine but it would not go forward. I took it to lexus but they said everything is fine. It happened again two to three times and finally lexus said the electronic throttle is malfunctioning and changed it for around approximately $2000. So please look into the matter if there are any other complaints of similar nature to make these vehicles safer to drive. Thanks. I am giving approximate dates. *Tr
While driving approximately 60 mph wheels locked, causing vehicle to jerk hard to the right. Took vehicle to dealer for service, and it was determined to be due to skid control.*Ak
When shifting into drive vehicle jerked when the accelerator pedal was depressed. Then the vehicle surged erratically which caused the consumer to run into a parked vehicle.*Ak *nm
Lexus LX470: every year compared
All LX470 years2001 Lexus LX470 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Lexus LX470 | 5 | 1 | A | |
| 2001 Lexus RX300 | 176 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Lexus LS430 | 52 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2001 Lexus ES300 | 38 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Lexus IS300 | 35 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2001 Lexus RX | 19 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Lexus GS300 | 17 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2001 Lexus GS430 | 4 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Lexus LS | 3 | 2 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2001 Lexus LX470
Does the 2001 Lexus LX470 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Lexus LX470: headlights (September 2004). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Lexus LX470?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the acceleration & cruise control (3), brakes (1), driver assistance (1).
How many complaints has the 2001 Lexus LX470 had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 14, 2004 and the latest on February 7, 2017. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 Lexus LX470 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 75 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Lexus LX470 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Lexus LX470 years have the most complaints?
2003 (21), 2004 (18), 2000 (17). See every Lexus LX470 year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 Lexus LX470 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data