2003 Lexus GX
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.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2003: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 3 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 2 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 3 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 4 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 19 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 2 |
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.
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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, 2010-04-14
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)
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, 2021-07-26
Power train
1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing park/neutral start interlock switch.
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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, 2007-07-03
Electronic stability control (esc)
1 of 5 total reports mentions: electronic stability control (esc).
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2003 Lexus GX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.