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2013 Lexus GX Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Good

Complaint Index

47/100

#9 most-complained of 16 GX years

The 2013 Lexus GX has a Complaint Index of 47, ranks 9th out of 16 model years, and carries a "Good" verdict with no recalls and 10 NHTSA complaints. Fuel System issues, mainly fuel pump failures, are the top problem area.

Complaints
10
Recalls
0
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
—

Top 2013 Lexus GX problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Fuel System3 (30%)
  2. Other3 (30%)
  3. Airbags2 (20%)
  4. Electrical System2 (20%)
  5. Structure & Body2 (20%)
  6. Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (20%)
  7. Engine1 (10%)
  8. Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (10%)
  9. Lane Departure1 (10%)
  10. Transmission & Powertrain1 (10%)

What owners report

  • Owners report the fuel pump failing on the highway, causing sudden loss of power and, in one case, a median mileage of 109,159 miles before failure.
  • Some drivers describe the vehicle stalling completely in the middle of traffic with no warning light, creating a collision risk.
  • One owner reported the factory towing mirror folding back at highway speed while towing a trailer, cutting off rear visibility.
  • Another owner said the front bumper detached from the body and that the automaker offered no remedy.
  • A complaint noted the factory tires were not suited for off-road use despite the GX being marketed as 4-wheel drive capable.
  • One report described the engine setting a check engine light tied to moisture affecting air injection pumps and air switching valves, addressed under a warranty enhancement program.
2013 Lexus GX complaints: complaints filed per month6Jul 2013Sep 2013Feb 2020Jun 2020Apr 2022Aug 2023Apr 2026Jul 2026
19 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2013 to Jul 2026; peak Jul 2026 (6).

2013 Lexus GX recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2013 compared with other GX years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2011Caution73110—
2012No verdict730—
2013Good47100—
2014Avoid80150—
2015No verdict2730—

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2013 Lexus GX reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2013 GX has a Complaint Index of 47 and ranks 9th out of 16 model years, earning a "Good" verdict relative to other GX years.
Does the 2013 Lexus GX have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2013 Lexus GX.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Lexus GX?
Fuel System complaints are the top problem area, making up 30% of complaints, mainly involving fuel pump failures reported at a median mileage of 109,159 miles.
Which Lexus GX years should I avoid instead of 2013?
Among GX model years, 2014, 2023, 2024, and 2025 carry "Avoid" verdicts with higher Complaint Index scores of 80, 87, 100, and 93 respectively, compared to 47 for 2013.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.