2013 Lexus GX: common problems and reliability

The 2013 Lexus GX has 7 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are fuel/propulsion system and structure. Owners most often flag major engine recall (v35a-fts twin-turbo v6): safety recall for machining debris causing potential bearing failure and catastrophic engine seizure. linked to broader issues with toyota/lexus's new turbo engines. frequency: very frequent.

Safety record for the 2013 model year

7
Owner complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crash reports
0
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2013 Lexus GX vehicles (US, public record).

Is 2013 a good year for the GX?

Across the 7 GX model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2009) to 85 (2004). With 7 complaints, the 2013 GX sits about the same asthe model's median of 8.

These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.

Where owners report problems

fuel/propulsion system
2
structure
2
power train
1
vehicle speed control
1
lane departure
1

Recalls affecting the 2013 GX

air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module

Campaign 19V005000

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

air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module

Campaign 19V741000

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 Scio

air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module

Campaign 18V024000

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013 Scion xB, Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, 4Runner, Lexus IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, IS-F, and GX460 vehicles sold, ever registered, i

What owners say across generations

Sentiment is sharply divided by generation. The previous-generation GX 460 (model years up to 2023) is overwhelmingly praised for its legendary reliability, proven V8 powertrain, comfortable and durable luxury, and high long-term value.

  • GX 550 (2024+):
  • Major engine recall (V35A-FTS twin-turbo V6): Safety recall for machining debris causing potential bearing failure and catastrophic engine seizure. Linked to broader issues with Toyota/Lexus's new turbo engines. Frequency: very frequent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the GX. See the full GX owner picture and every model year.

Typical used price

Used GX listings typically run $78,726–$89,324 across 2023 to 2026 model years.

Other GX model years

Compare every GX year side by side to see how 2013 ranks against the rest.

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