MYRModel Year Report

2003 Lexus GX

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2003 Lexus GX
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:15:08.697Z

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus GX Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 2003: 5 complaints 2003 2004: 20 complaints 2005: 3 complaints 2006: 10 complaints 2006 2007: 12 complaints 2008: 2 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 7 complaints 2011: 11 complaints 2012: 3 complaints 2012 2013: 9 complaints 2014: 15 complaints 2015: 3 complaints 2015 2016: 3 complaints 2017: 5 complaints 2018: 1 complaints 2018 2019: 8 complaints 2020: 3 complaints 2021: 2 complaints 2021 2022: 5 complaints 2023: 6 complaints 2024: 17 complaints 2024 2025: 12 complaints 2026: 1 complaints 2026
2003: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
20035
200420
20053
200610
200712
20082
20090
20107
201111
20123
20139
201415
20153
20163
20175
20181
20198
20203
20212
20225
20236
202417
202512
20261

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 5 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

INJURY
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WE WERE PROCEEDING TO MAKE A R.H. TURN FROM ON TWO LANE ROAD TO ANOTHER IN A 2003 LEXUS GX WHEN THE ACCELERATOR STUCK AND ESC COMPLETELY FAILED . ALTHOUGH I PUSHED TRANSMISSION'S LEVER IN NEUTRAL .

NHTSA ODI report, 20100414

SUSPENSION

1 of 5 total reports mentions: suspension.

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FRAME IS ROTTING FROM INSIDE OUT, EXCESSIVE CORROSION. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE THAT WAS COMMON TO THE EARLY/MID 2000'S TOYOTA TUNDRA, TACOMA, AND 4RUNNER, THE LATTER OF WHICH SHARES FRAME COMPONENTS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210726

POWER TRAIN

1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.

CRASH
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 LEXUS GX470. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE, THE CONTACT'S MOTHER-IN-LAW ACCIDENTALLY ACTIVATED THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE BUTTON.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070703

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

1 of 5 total reports mentions: electronic stability control (esc).

INJURY
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WE WERE PROCEEDING TO MAKE A R.H. TURN FROM ON TWO LANE ROAD TO ANOTHER IN A 2003 LEXUS GX WHEN THE ACCELERATOR STUCK AND ESC COMPLETELY FAILED . ALTHOUGH I PUSHED TRANSMISSION'S LEVER IN NEUTRAL .

NHTSA ODI report, 20100414

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Lexus GX — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Lexus GX reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Lexus GX?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Lexus GX have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.