2007 Lexus GX470
Only 27 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 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 27
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2007: 27 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 46 |
| 2004 | 32 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 27 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
6 of 27 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
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The sunroof door is rusted all over the metal surrounding the glass on the inside of the vehicle. The roof of the car is ok but I fear the rust will eventually get there.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-26
Cracked dashboard.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-03
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Lexus GX470. The contact stated that the hatch back door was designed to only open from the exterior and did not allow manual operation from the interior.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-04
Vehicle speed control
5 of 27 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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When I pressed the gas to go in reverse in my 2007 Lexus gx 470, the car accelerated far more than I was pressing on the gas pedal.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-04-14
After removing foot from accelerator and applying brake while parking, the vehicle accelerated as if the gas pedal was pushed to the floor.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-02-04
Service brakes
3 of 27 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Electronic stability control (esc)
3 of 27 total reports mention: electronic stability control (esc).
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Hit side road on highway that was gravel.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-05-04
Suspension
3 of 27 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing front.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2007 Lexus GX470 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2007 Lexus GX470 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 2007 Lexus GX470?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2007 Lexus GX470 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.