2013 Lexus GX Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 27, 2026 · 10 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other GX years
More complaints than other years 8th of 24 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Lexus GX. That ranks 8th out of 24 GX model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (3 complaints, 30%), typically at around 109,159 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Lexus GX
Tactical Beige + Black Lexus GX 550 VJA252 Overtrail SUV. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2013 Lexus GX problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel/propulsion System3 · ~109,159 mi
Unknown or Other3
Air Bags2
Electrical System2
Structure2 · ~100 mi
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Lane Departure1
Power Train1
Suspension1 · ~100 mi
Tires1 · ~600 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel/propulsion System330%109,159——
Unknown or Other330%———
Air Bags220%———
Electrical System220%———
Structure220%100——
Forward Collision Avoidance110%———
Lane Departure110%———
Power Train110%———
Suspension110%100——
Tires110%600——
Vehicle Speed Control110%———
Visibility/wiper110%5,000——
Wheels110%600——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2013, with 3 complaints
2013: 3201332020: 2202022022: 1202212023: 1202312026: 320263

n = 10 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2013 Lexus GX recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 Lexus GX.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

This issue began after I brought unrepaired recall concerns to the dealership’s General Manager and was told I would need to sign an NDA and failed to provide the recall part numbers as agreed. When I received my vehicle back, I immediately noticed physical changes to my instrument panel. I then…

Unknown or Other · received Jul 27, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11753089

In 2018 shottenkirk desert lexus marked two recalls as completed but also simultaneously typed in a note saying "customer declined worked and is out of town" The original part number and quantity fields are left blank. The dealership was paid for these items. I do not have anywhere in the vehicle…

Air Bags · received Jul 6, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11748417

My vehicle made a stange sound and then stopped in the middle of the roadway causing a safety risk to myself and others. No warning light appeares until thia incident. Many vehicles were forced to switch lanes to avoid a collision with my vehicle. I had to called the local police to assist me in…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Apr 26, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11733911

Lexus issued a Warranty Enhancement Program sometime in 2022. It stated that if the check engine light would illuminate due to moisture and cold in the air injection pumps and air switching valves. The warranty would be good until 10 years from first use which is 10/23 for this vehicle. I was not…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Aug 24, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11540470

I was driving on I4 Orlando FL and the vehicle just stalled. Almost got into an accident. The vehicle stopped on the middle of highway, the whole traffic stopped. No issues where noticed before the incident. No loss of power before or after the incident: The car was diagnosed by the dealership and…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Apr 20, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11461538

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Lexus GX?

Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, unknown or other, air bags problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Lexus GX?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2013 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 2013 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.