Lexus GX Problems by Year
NHTSA has 174 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the Lexus GX, across 24 model years (2003–2026). The 2024 model year has the most complaints (20). The most reported problem area overall is structure.
Lexus GX years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GX year: 2004, 2006, 2007, 2011, 2014, 2024, 2025. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Lexus GX problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 36 | 11 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 11 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 9 | 2 |
| Engine | 17 | 8 | 0 |
| Suspension | 16 | 10 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 14 | 8 | 2 |
| Power Train | 13 | 9 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 6 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 8 | 7 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 7 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| Tires | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | 5 | 2 |
| Visibility | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Seats | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Lexus GX model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 GX | 2 | 0 | — | Steering | |
| 2025 GX | 13 | 2 | — | Structure | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2024 GX | 20 | 4 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2023 GX | 6 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2022 GX | 5 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2021 GX | 3 | 0 | — | Lane Departure | |
| 2020 GX | 4 | 0 | — | Seat Belts | |
| 2019 GX | 8 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2018 GX | 2 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2017 GX | 6 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 2016 GX | 3 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2015 GX | 3 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2014 GX | 15 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2013 GX | 10 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | More complaints than other years |
| 2012 GX | 3 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2011 GX | 11 | 0 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2010 GX | 7 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2009 GX | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2008 GX | 2 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2007 GX | 12 | 0 | — | Structure | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2006 GX | 11 | 0 | — | Structure | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2005 GX | 3 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 2004 GX | 20 | 0 | — | Structure | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2003 GX | 5 | 0 | — | Unknown or Other |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Lexus GX years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2004 (20), 2006 (11), 2007 (12), 2011 (11), 2014 (15), 2024 (20), 2025 (13) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GX year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Lexus GX?
Structure, with 36 complaints across 11 model years.
How many recalls does the Lexus GX have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.