2008 Lexus GX470
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2008: 13 complaints
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 46 |
| 2004 | 32 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
7 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
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I was driving and merging from the local lanes on Maryland i-270 sb to the main lanes. In order to move slowly from one lane to another, I applied the brakes to slow down and move to the lane on my left.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-23
Also filed under Vehicle speed control and air bags
Vehicle speed control
3 of 13 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Lexus gx 470. He had to use great force to the brake pedal, in order for the vehicle to stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealership and he was advised that there was nothing wrong with the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-11-30
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Air bags
2 of 13 total reports mention: air bags.
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Takata recall car ride was like riding a wild bronco
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-05
Suspension
1 of 13 total reports mentions: suspension.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Lexus GX470. While driving various speeds, the vehicle became unstable and swayed back and forth.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-13
Power train
1 of 13 total reports mentions: power train.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Lexus GX470. While driving, the contact heard a clunking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-15
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2008 Lexus GX470 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Service brakes: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2008 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 2008 Lexus GX470?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 54% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 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.