Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2002 Lexus SC430. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 110,000, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 220,000.
Electrical system
Lexus SC430 Electrical problems by year
5 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Lexus SC430's electrical system. Dead batteries, warning lights, wiring, alternators, infotainment and electronic module failures.
Electrical complaints by model year
Latest SC430 electrical complaints
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 lexus sc430. While driving 40 mph, all the instrument panel indicators illuminated and then shut off, and the transmission downshifted. The transmission failure caused the vehicle to jerk when the gears were shifted. In addition, the contact stated that the convertible top of the vehicle would not close and that the none of the windows would close. An independent mechanic stated that the battery was not the cause of the failure, but the failure was not determined. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 167,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 lexus sc430. While driving at 70 mph, the volume and the cruise control on the steering wheel were activated and the radio and navigation failed to function. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 33,000.
Lexus sc 430 2004 sometimes when braking the car would accelerate thought maybe I had accidentally hit pedal or something but happened several times. Didn't think muchof it until notice the recall no incident dates but filled out form anyway. *Tr
Dt*: the contact stated when turning on the vehicle the dashboard lights did not illuminate. The dashboard gauges could not be read in direct sunlight. There was a sensor that caused the dashboard to illuminate at dusk. The dealership determined there was no way to bypass the sensor. *Ak updated 02/07/06.*Jb
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