Is the 2017 Lexus GX460 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 2017 Lexus GX460?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Lexus GX460 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2017 Lexus GX460

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2017 Lexus GX460
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:47:36.236Z

Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 9
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2017: 9 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2010	31
2011	26
2012	8
2013	0
2014	7
2015	8
2016	6
2017	9
2018	7
2019	0
2020	1
2022	2

Known problem areas

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

3 of 9 total reports mention: suspension.

CRASH

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Turning left into neighborhood and struck rear passenger side panel behind the tire (Bumper area). I was going approx 10-15 MPH, other vehicle (Camry) was going 40 MPH. Car rolled twice.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-30

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)

Electronic stability control (esc)

2 of 9 total reports mention: electronic stability control (esc).

CRASH

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I was driving around 40 MPH and was hit in the side by a driver who ran a stop sign at a screeching halt and hit my passenger side front and rear. I flipped 2.5 times and landed upside down.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-10

Visibility

1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.

Visibility/wiper

1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

Vehicle speed control

1 of 9 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2019-02-15Air bags19V005000 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 registered in the states of...

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, or replace the air bag assembly. The recall began February 15, 2019.

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2019-11-20Air bags19V741000 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 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F,...

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front driver inflator, front passenger airbag inflator, the airbag assembly, or the front passenger airbag sub-assembly and inflator.

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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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Date not on fileAir bags16V937000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling one 2016 Toyota 4Runner vehicle manufactured November 1, 2016 and one 2017 Lexus GX460 vehicle manufactured November 16, 2016.

Remedy: Toyota dealers have replaced the passenger side air bag modules, free of charge. Toyota notified the affected dealers on December 15, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G06, GLR.

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Buy-smart checklist

2017 Lexus GX460 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Suspension: 3 reports on file for this year.
Electronic stability control (esc): 2 reports on file for this year.
Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 16V937000 · Air bags
Recall 19V005000 · Air bags
Recall 19V741000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2017 Lexus GX460 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 2017 Lexus GX460?: The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Lexus GX460 have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.