Lexus GX470 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 210 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Lexus GX470, across 7 model years (2003–2009). The 2004 model year has the most complaints (65). The most reported problem area overall is structure.
Lexus GX470 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GX470 year: 2004. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 GX470: 65 complaints, 1 recall
- 2003 GX470: 46 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2005 GX470: 30 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2009 GX470: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2008 GX470: 13 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2007 GX470: 27 complaints, 0 recalls
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 GX470 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 43 | 5 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 41 | 6 | 6 |
| Power Train | 26 | 5 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 24 | 6 | 14 |
| Suspension | 18 | 5 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | 5 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 6 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 9 | 4 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 4 | 3 |
| Steering | 8 | 4 | 3 |
| Engine | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Lexus GX470 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 GX470 | 1 | 0 | — | Seats | |
| 2008 GX470 | 13 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2007 GX470 | 27 | 0 | — | Structure | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2006 GX470 | 28 | 1 | — | Air Bags | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2005 GX470 | 30 | 1 | — | Air Bags | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2004 GX470 | 65 | 1 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2003 GX470 | 46 | 2 | — | Power Train | More complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Lexus GX470 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2004 (65) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GX470 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 GX470?
Structure, with 43 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Lexus GX470 have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.