2018 Lexus GX460

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2018 Lexus GX460
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:31:30.053Z

Only 7 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 7 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 GX460 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2018 highlighted. 2010: 31 complaints 2010 2011: 26 complaints 2012: 8 complaints 2012 2013: 0 complaints 2014: 7 complaints 2014 2015: 8 complaints 2016: 6 complaints 2016 2017: 9 complaints 2018: 7 complaints 2018 2019: 0 complaints 2020: 1 complaints 2020 2022: 2 complaints 2022
2018: 7 complaints
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YearComplaints
201031
201126
20128
20130
20147
20158
20166
20179
20187
20190
20201
20222

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

3 of 7 total reports mention: suspension.

WHEELS

1 of 7 total reports mentions: wheels.

STEERING

1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.

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I BOUGHT THE CAR LAST MOMTH (MAY APRIL 2018), NOW THE MILEAGE IS JUST 490, AND THE CAR IS ALREADY LEANING TO THE RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180529

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes.

CRASH INJURY
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I AM A BOONE NC POLICE OFFICER THAT INVESTIGATED A CRASH IN WHICH THE DRIVER AND EVIDENCE SUGGESTS THE FOLLOWING: THE DRIVER PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED TO ENGAGE AND THE ACCELERATOR WENT TO 100%.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180530

POWER TRAIN

1 of 7 total reports mentions: power train.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20180123 — equipment

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Campaign 17V831000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20210121 — fuel system, gasoline

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4,...

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021.

Campaign 20V682000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2018 Lexus GX460 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 17V831000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 20V682000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2018 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 2018 Lexus GX460?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Lexus GX460 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

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