2011 Lexus GX Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GX years
- Far more complaints than other years 6th of 24 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Lexus GX. That ranks 6th out of 24 GX model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (4 complaints, 36%), typically at around 137,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 11owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 4 | 36% | 137,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 36% | 190,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 18% | 375 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 18% | 95,125 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 9% | 250 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 9% | 500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 Lexus GX recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 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.
The contact owned a 2011 Lexus GX 460. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH while crossing an intersection, a vehicle turned in front of the contact's vehicle. The contact's vehicle broadsided the other vehicle, where it came to a stop. No warning light was illuminated. The front…
Timing cover leaks oil
There is significant rust on the frame of the vehicle
The engine was found to have a leaking valley plate and cam tower cover with little over 82,000 miles on it. An online search indicates that this is a common problem shared across the lexus (gx460) and toyota (tundra) platforms with this engine.
The timing cover gasket began to leak oil at 65,000 miles. This is a known manufacturing defect for this engine. *tr
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 | 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 GX | 5 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Lexus GX?
Owners most often report air bags, engine, steering problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Lexus GX?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2011 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 2011 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.