YearToAvoid

2014 Lexus GX Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Avoid The 2014 Lexus GX has a complaint index of 85, ranked 4th worst out of 21 model years, earning an Avoid verdict. Owners most often reported electrical system problems (33% of complaints), followed by suspension issues.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
85/100
#4 of 21 GX years
Verdict
Avoid
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
15
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
0
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
3
reported in complaints
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Top issue
Electrical System
Best nearby year
2017
rated Good

Top 2014 Lexus GX problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Electrical System5 (33%)
  2. Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (20%)
  3. Engine2 (13%)
  4. Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (13%)
  5. Fuel System2 (13%)
  6. Airbags1 (7%)
  7. Brakes1 (7%)
  8. Lane Departure1 (7%)
  9. Other1 (7%)
  10. Structure & Body1 (7%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

What owners report

  • Infotainment screen repeatedly restarts, disabling climate control, Bluetooth, and CD functions.
  • Vehicle leans noticeably to the right/passenger side, with some owners reporting the front sitting about an inch lower on that side.
  • Vehicle pulls hard to the right under braking, raising concern about stability in a hard-braking situation.
  • Driver seat shifts slightly forward when brakes are applied.
  • Low-pressure fuel pump can cause the engine to stall and refuse to restart, sometimes tied to a fuel pump recall.
  • Timing chain cover leaks reported by owners, described as a common issue on this engine.
2014 Lexus GX complaints: complaints filed per month2Sep 2014Nov 2016Mar 2017Apr 2020Oct 2020Sep 2024Nov 2025
15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2014 to Nov 2025; peak Sep 2024 (2).

2014 Lexus GX recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2014 compared with other GX years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2012No verdict1530—
2013Caution50100—
2014Avoid85150—
2015No verdict3030—
2016No verdict7530—

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Lexus GX reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2014 GX has a complaint index of 85, ranked 4th worst among 21 model years, so it carries an Avoid verdict relative to other GX years.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Lexus GX?
Electrical system issues make up 33% of complaints, including infotainment screens that restart repeatedly. Suspension problems, notably a rightward lean and pull while braking, account for 20% of complaints.
Does the 2014 Lexus GX have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls specifically filed against the 2014 model year, though owners referenced a fuel pump recall (20V-012) affecting the fuel system.
What mileage do 2014 Lexus GX problems typically show up at?
The median mileage at failure across all complaints is 17,895 miles, though suspension issues showed up at a median of 23,000 miles and fuel system issues at 12,790 miles.
How does the 2014 GX compare to other years?
The 2014 GX's complaint index of 85 is higher than most other years, with only 2023, 2024, and 2025 GX models scoring worse.

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.