2014 Lexus GX460 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 17, 2021 · 7 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other GX460 years
Not enough data 6th of 12 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Lexus GX460. That ranks 6th out of 12 GX460 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (3 complaints, 43%), typically at around 5,045 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

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

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Most common 2014 Lexus GX460 problems

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

Suspension3 · ~5,045 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Seats1 · ~27,500 mi
Service Brakes1 · ~5,089 mi
Structure1
Tires1 · ~1,300 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Suspension343%5,045——
Fuel System, Gasoline114%———
Seats114%27,500——
Service Brakes114%5,089——
Structure114%———
Tires114%1,300——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2014, with 3 complaints
2014: 3201432015: 2201522016: 1201612020: 120201

n = 7 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2014 Lexus GX460 recalls (3)

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Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpJan 13, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V012000 · 1,830,752 vehicles

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.

Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module; air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator moduleOct 17, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V741000 · 928,220 vehicles

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2002-2010 Lexus SC430, 2006-2012 Lexus IS250 and IS350 and 2010-2015 Lexus IS250C and IS350C vehicles. These vehicles had their driver or passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front driver inflator, front passenger airbag inflator, the airbag assembly, or the front passenger airbag sub-assembly and inflator. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0A, J0B, and J0C. Lexus' numbers for this recall are JLI, JLJ, and JLK.

Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleJan 9, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V005000 · 1,299,448 vehicles

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Toyota 4Runner, 2014-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, and 2014-2017 Lexus GX460 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Toyota is also recalling certain 2011-2013 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Lexus IS250, IS350, 2011-2016 4Runner, 2011-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2011-2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, 2011-2017 Lexus GX460, and 2011-2012 Lexus ES350 vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Toyota is also recalling certain 2010-2013 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Lexus IS350, 2010-2016 4Runner, 2010-2013 Lexus IS250, 2010-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2010-2014 Lexus IS-F, and 2010-2012 Lexus ES350 vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, or replace the air bag assembly. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are "Zone A" Toyota: G0P, Lexus: GLG; "Zone B" Toyota: G0R, Lexus GLH; "Zone C" Toyota: H0A, and Lexus: HLA.

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.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.

Recent owner reports

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

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 lexus gx460. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v012000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact called the tom wood lexus dealer located at 4610 e. 96th st, indianapolis, in 46240, and it was confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Aug 18, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11350072

I just purchased this used 2014 lexus gx 460 with 27,500 miles when the vehicle is in motion at 40 mph or more i noticed the passenger front seat vibration or shake,i took it into to have it check out the dealership told me that my alignment and balance are good and the seat vibration that's normal.

Seats · received May 6, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10863522

BRIDGESTONE DUELER HT TIRE BLOW OUT ON 2015 LEXUS GX460. SYSTEM WOULD NOT ALLOW 2015 GX460, SO ENTERED AS 2014. TIRE BLEW OUT SIDEWALL AT 70 MPH WITH NO TREAD DAMAGE OR PUNCTURE. PRESSURE WAS NOT LOW AS PER TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR. TIRE ONLY HAD 1300 MILES IN 3 MONTHS OF DRIVING NEW LEXUS GX460. TIRE…

Tires · received Jul 6, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10732286

Around 5000 miles i noticed my vehicle pulling the right. I took the car into lexus and asked for it to be repaired. When i picked the car up it seemed better but still not driving straight. I took it back again and they repaired it again. Back in july around 10000 miles i noticed the vehicle…

Suspension · received Feb 2, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10680615

Vehicle leans excessively to the right (passenger side). We feel the vehicle is unsafe. It appears to promote premature wear of tires on leaning side.lexus says it's within it's specifications. We did find out the company , dealer management, sales, and service was fully aware of the defect prior…

Suspension · received Nov 18, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10658874

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Lexus GX460?

Owners most often report suspension, fuel system, gasoline, seats problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2014 Lexus GX460?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2014 Lexus GX460 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GX460 model years, the 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.