2003 Lexus GX Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GX years
- Not enough data 13th of 24 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Lexus GX. That ranks 13th out of 24 GX model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (3 complaints, 60%), typically at around 128,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Lexus GX problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 60% | 128,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 20% | 33,112 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 20% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 20% | 33,112 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Lexus GX recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Lexus GX.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Frame is rotting from inside out, excessive corrosion. This is a known issue that was common to the early/mid 2000's toyota tundra, tacoma, and 4runner, the latter of which shares frame components. Toyota, for whatever reason, covered the tundra and tacoma through recalls, but so far has not done a…
Structure problem. Went to the mechanic for a routine oil change. He said the frame is rotted, rusted away so bad he could stick his finger through the frame. They said it was unsafe, couldnât even hoist it up on the lift. The body, exterior looks fine, no rust at all, but the frame is evidently…
Took my 2003 gx470 to dealership for oil change and tire rotation. It has 128,000 miles on it. They advised after reviewing frame structure that the vehicle can no longer be put on a lift because the frame is crumbling and also advised vehicle is not safe to be driven. Took it to another dealership…
We were proceeding to make a r.h. Turn from on two lane road to another in a 2003 lexus gx when the accelerator stuck and esc completely failed . Although i pushed transmission's lever in neutral . The rear end skidded outward and no esc or abs was evident. I steered into skid and then steered into…
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 lexus gx470. While the vehicle was parked in the garage, the contact's mother-in-law accidentally activated the four wheel drive button. As a result, the vehicle backed out of the garage and crashed into a parked vehicle in the driveway. The purchase date was unknown. The…
Other Lexus GX years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 GX | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 GX | 13 | 2 |
| 2024 GX | 20 | 4 |
| 2023 GX | 6 | 0 |
| 2022 GX | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 GX | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 GX | 4 | 0 |
| 2019 GX | 8 | 0 |
| 2018 GX | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 GX | 6 | 0 |
| 2016 GX | 3 | 0 |
| 2015 GX | 3 | 0 |
| 2014 GX | 15 | 0 |
| 2013 GX | 10 | 0 |
| 2012 GX | 3 | 0 |
| 2011 GX | 11 | 0 |
| 2010 GX | 7 | 0 |
| 2009 GX | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 GX | 2 | 0 |
| 2007 GX | 12 | 0 |
| 2006 GX | 11 | 0 |
| 2005 GX | 3 | 0 |
| 2004 GX | 20 | 0 |
| 2003 | 5 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Lexus GX?
Owners most often report unknown or other, electronic stability control (esc), power train problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Lexus GX?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2003 Lexus GX a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GX model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.