What are the worst years for the Lexus GX460?

Based on NHTSA complaints and recalls, 2010, 2017, and 2018 are the years to avoid, with complaint index scores of 100, 82, and 91 respectively.

Which Lexus GX460 year is the safest choice?

No year is marked as a top pick, but 2012 and 2014 have the lowest complaint index scores, at 45 and 36, making them relatively safer than the avoid years.

What problems are most common across GX460 years?

Airbags lead with 39 complaints (37% of all complaints), followed by brakes at 21 complaints (20%) and suspension, wheels and tires at 17 complaints (16%).

Does the 2010 Lexus GX460 have airbag recalls?

Yes, 2010 is covered by three separate airbag recall campaigns, including inflator replacement recalls issued in 2018 and 2019.

Is the 2018 Lexus GX460 known for suspension issues?

Yes, suspension, wheels and tires complaints make up 57% of all 2018 GX460 complaints, with a median failure mileage of just 185 miles.

Lexus GX460 Best and Worst Years (2010–2022)

Across the 2010-2022 Lexus GX460, 2010, 2017, and 2018 rank worst, with complaint index scores of 100, 82, and 91. No year is rated best; 2012 and 2014 score lowest at 45 and 36, making them the safer relative picks.

Avoid 2010 Avoid 2017 Avoid 2018

Model years: 12; 2010–2022
NHTSA complaints: 105
Recall campaigns: 10
Crashes reported: 10
Fires reported: 1
Top problem area: Airbags

GX460 Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Lexus GX460 problems and recalls by year

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Recalls	Top issue	MPG	NCAP
2010	Avoid	100	31	1	0	5	Airbags	17	—
2011	Caution	73	26	0	0	3	Airbags	17	—
2012	Good	45	8	0	0	3	Airbags	17	—
2013	No verdict	0	0	0	0	3	—	17	—
2014	Good	36	7	0	0	3	Suspension, Wheels & Tires	17	—
2015	Caution	55	8	0	1	3	Structure & Body	17	—
2016	Caution	64	6	2	0	2	Brakes	17	—
2017	Avoid	82	9	4	0	3	Suspension, Wheels & Tires	16	—
2018	Avoid	91	7	2	0	2	Suspension, Wheels & Tires	16	—
2019	No verdict	9	0	0	0	1	—	16	—
2020	No verdict	27	1	1	0	0	Collision Avoidance & Cameras	16	—
2022	No verdict	18	2	0	0	0	Brakes	16	—

GX460 years to avoid: what went wrong

2010 Lexus GX460 Index 100 · 31 complaints · 5 recalls

2010 is the worst-scoring GX460 year, with a complaint index of 100 and 31 total complaints. Airbags and brakes each account for 29% of complaints, with brake failures reported at a median 5,000 miles. Owners describe mushy brake pedals and vehicles lunging forward at stops. Five recall campaigns hit this year, including three separate airbag inflator recalls covering front driver and passenger units. Engine complaints also appear at a median of 9,100 miles, and fuel system issues surface near 34,550 miles.

2018 Lexus GX460 Index 91 · 7 complaints · 2 recalls

2018 has a complaint index of 91, driven heavily by suspension, wheels and tires issues, which make up 57% of complaints with a very low median mileage of 185. Owners report the vehicle sitting visibly lower on one side and pulling to the right at highway speeds, sometimes appearing within the first hundred miles. One brake complaint at 1,000 miles describes brake pedal failure paired with unintended acceleration. Two recall campaigns cover this year, including a fuel pump assembly recall.

2017 Lexus GX460 Index 82 · 9 complaints · 3 recalls

2017 carries a complaint index of 82 with 9 complaints and 4 crashes reported. Suspension, wheels and tires make up 33% of complaints, tied with brakes at 22%, both clustering around a median 11,050 miles. Owners describe rollover risk during left turns tied to the vehicle leaning to one side, and one report describes an accelerator sticking while parking. Three recall campaigns apply, including two airbag inflator recalls carried over from earlier model years.

Most common Lexus GX460 problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

Airbags39 (37%)
Brakes21 (20%)
Suspension, Wheels & Tires17 (16%)
Engine10 (10%)
Structure & Body8 (8%)
Fuel System6 (6%)
Transmission & Powertrain6 (6%)
Other5 (5%)
Electrical System3 (3%)
Steering3 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

What are the worst years for the Lexus GX460?: Based on NHTSA complaints and recalls, 2010, 2017, and 2018 are the years to avoid, with complaint index scores of 100, 82, and 91 respectively.
Which Lexus GX460 year is the safest choice?: No year is marked as a top pick, but 2012 and 2014 have the lowest complaint index scores, at 45 and 36, making them relatively safer than the avoid years.
What problems are most common across GX460 years?: Airbags lead with 39 complaints (37% of all complaints), followed by brakes at 21 complaints (20%) and suspension, wheels and tires at 17 complaints (16%).
Does the 2010 Lexus GX460 have airbag recalls?: Yes, 2010 is covered by three separate airbag recall campaigns, including inflator replacement recalls issued in 2018 and 2019.
Is the 2018 Lexus GX460 known for suspension issues?: Yes, suspension, wheels and tires complaints make up 57% of all 2018 GX460 complaints, with a median failure mileage of just 185 miles.