2004 Lexus RX Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 10%of 40 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 57,600miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2004 Lexus RX, 10% of the 40 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 57,600 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My left headlight went out while driving and I found water and condensation in headlight assembly compartment. Entire compartment needs to be replaced at cost of $1650.00. In researching this make and model has other consumers experiencing the same issue. I believe this is manufacturer defect that has caused seals to malfunction allowing excessive water into the light compartment which causes all electrical components to fail.”
NHTSA complaint #10485015, filed 2012-11, 57,600 miles“During night driving, the headlights randomly go off. I have to switch them off and then on again. In a few minutes I have to repeat. The bulbs are not blown because when I switch them on, both lamps come on. Having to constantly turn them off and on during driving. It seems to be getting worse. I work nights and this is getting to be a burden. Of course, I don't know what causes this to happen so I took it to get it repaired and they told me there was a recall for the head lights. Unfortunately, I don't have the recall number. …”
NHTSA complaint #10994072, filed 2017-06“The contact stated that the exterior headlights would not illuminate far enough while driving in the evening at a speed of 70 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealers who adjusted the headlights but were unable to determine the cause of the problem. The vehicle is still experiencing the same problems.”
NHTSA complaint #10162417, filed 2006-07Related service bulletins
- 10058816May 22, 2014Lexus: revised bulletin regarding the enhancement program warranty for warranty extension due to certain vehicles experiencing excess moisture in headlamp. Model 2004-09 rx.
- 10056051May 22, 2014Lexus: see document search button for owner letter. Some vehicles are experiencing excessive headlamp moisture and a warranty (phase 2) has been extended for replacement of…
- 10132811May 21, 2014TSB: While some condensation in the headlamp is normal and should be expected, certain 2004 - 2009 RX vehicles may exhibit a condition where excess moisture forms on the interior…
- 10132810May 21, 2014TSB: While some condensation in the headlamp is normal and should be expected, certain 2004 ? 2009 RX vehicles may exhibit a condition where excess moisture forms on the interior…
- 10057947May 21, 2014This tsb contains an owner notification letter. Select document search button below. Lexus 2004-2009 rx vehicles: warranty enhancement for excess headlamp moisture.
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 8% |
| 2025 | 1 | 4% |
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2022 | 1 | 3% |
| 2021 | 1 | 1% |
| 2020 | 1 | 2% |
| 2016 | 1 | 4% |
| 2012 | 1 | 8% |
| 2008 | 3 | 4% |
| 2007 | 3 | 5% |
| 2005 | 2 | 7% |
| 2004 | 4 | 10% |
| 2000 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2004 Lexus RX
12 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsEngine
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Lexus RX
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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