2023 Lexus GX: common problems and reliability

The 2023 Lexus GX has 6 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are service brakes and seat belts. 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 2023 model year

6
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
0
Crash reports
0
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2023 Lexus GX vehicles (US, public record).

Is 2023 a good year for the GX?

Across the 7 GX model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2009) to 85 (2004). With 6 complaints, the 2023 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

service brakes
2
seat belts
1
visibility/wiper
1
steering
1

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 2023 ranks against the rest.

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