2014 Lexus GX

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Excellent Reliability

Quick Summary

The 2014 Lexus GX has 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.3x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is electrical problems (24% of all complaints), specifically: the infotainment screen on my 2014 lexus gx 460 has been restarting continuously, rendering it unusable. this system controls essential functions, including the air conditioning, vehicle settings, cd player, and bluetooth connectivity. due to the screen constantly restarting, i cannot adjust the ac,.

5 crash reports

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.3x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

ELECTRICAL

5 complaints

24%

• The infotainment screen on my 2014 Lexus GX 460 has been restarting continuously, rendering it unusable. This system controls essential functions, including the air conditioning, vehicle settings, CD player, and Bluetooth connectivity. Due to the screen constantly restarting, I cannot adjust the AC,
• The infotainment center in my 2014 GX460 is stuck in the rebooting phase. This system controls the cars temperature, radio, and vehicle settings. Not being able to access all of the temperature controls poses a safety risk especially with extreme temperatures. Ive heard this is a common issue with t
• Constant rebooting of the Infotainment system which includes heat/air conditioning - defrosting of windows etc. I have had this problem for more than a year. I have consulted with Lexus dealerships. I was told this problem exists with various models of Toyota and Lexus. Every time I start the vehicl

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“The infotainment screen on my 2014 Lexus GX 460 has been restarting continuously, rendering it unusable. This system controls essential functions, including the air conditioning, vehicle settings, CD player, and Bluetooth connectivity. Due to the screen constantly restarting, I cannot adjust the AC,”

— NHTSA complaint filing

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

4 complaints

19%

• On accident air bag doesn’t open but car get total loss
• On accident air bag doesn’t open but car get total loss
• The recall Toyota did for the rear back up camera. This has been a known issue as far back as 2014. My camera/screen is off more than it is operable.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 2 crashes

“On accident air bag doesn’t open but car get total loss”

— NHTSA complaint filing

SUSPENSION

3 complaints

14%

• THE VEHICLE IS LEANING TO THE RIGHT SIDE ALL THE TIME, I TAKE IT TO FIX TO TIME ALREADY, AND THE FIRST TIME THE SAID THE CHANGE SOME SPRING, SO NOW THEY SAID ITS NOTHING TO FIX, I CALL LEXUS AND SPOKE WITH SOME MANAGER . AND ALSO SHE DOESN'T HAVE ANY SOLUTION , SO NOW THEY SAID THE GOING TO SENT SOM
• MY ENTIRE VEHICLE LEAN EXCESSIVELY TO THE RIGHT SIDE, I TOOK IT INTO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THAT'S NORMAL AND WITHIN THE VEHICLE SPEC. SECOND ISSUED WHEN VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AND THE BRAKE APPLIED THE DRIVER SEAT MOVE ABOUT 1/4 INCH THEY SAID THAT'S ALSO NORMAL. NEVER HEARD OF THAT'S NORMAL F
• I HAVE A 2014 LEXUS GX 460 WHICH HAS AN OBVIOUS LEAN TO THE RIGHT/PASSENGER SIDE. THE PASSENGER SIDE SITS APPROXIMATELY 1" LOWER IN THE FRONT. WHEN I BRAKE THE VEHICLE PULLS HARD TO THE RIGHT EVERY TIME. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN FOR ME DUE NOT KNOWING IF THE VEHICLE WILL OVERTURN IF INVOLVED IN AN

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“THE VEHICLE IS LEANING TO THE RIGHT SIDE ALL THE TIME, I TAKE IT TO FIX TO TIME ALREADY, AND THE FIRST TIME THE SAID THE CHANGE SOME SPRING, SO NOW THEY SAID ITS NOTHING TO FIX, I CALL LEXUS AND SPOKE WITH SOME MANAGER . AND ALSO SHE DOESN'T HAVE ANY SOLUTION , SO NOW THEY SAID THE GOING TO SENT SOM”

— NHTSA complaint filing

FUEL SYSTEM

2 complaints

10%

• THERE IS AN ONGOING RECALL FOR DENSO FUEL PUMPS, RECAL; NO. 20V-012. THERE HAS BEEN NOTIFICATION BUT NO REPLACEMENT PARTS AVAILABLE. I MUST MAKE A 1200 MILE TRIP IN MY GX460 WITH CONSIDERABLE CARGO MAINLY USING INTERSTATE 95 THROUGH MAJOR EAST COAST CITIES. I BELIEVE THERE HAS NOT BEEN TIMELY REM
• URGENT SAFETY RECALL - LOW PRESSURE FUEL PUMP, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE FROM OPERATING. VEHICLE STALL & UNABLE TO RESTART. HAD TO TOW TO LEXUS DEALERSHIP IN INDIANA. THIS OCCURRED MAY 1ST 2020. RECALL #NHTSA 20V-012 / LEXUS DEALER STILL HAS NOT CORRECTED PROBLEM (5-MONTHS) WAITING ON PARTS

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“THERE IS AN ONGOING RECALL FOR DENSO FUEL PUMPS, RECAL; NO. 20V-012. THERE HAS BEEN NOTIFICATION BUT NO REPLACEMENT PARTS AVAILABLE. I MUST MAKE A 1200 MILE TRIP IN MY GX460 WITH CONSIDERABLE CARGO MAINLY USING INTERSTATE 95 THROUGH MAJOR EAST COAST CITIES. I BELIEVE THERE HAS NOT BEEN TIMELY REM”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ENGINE

2 complaints

10%

• MY CAR 2014 GX 460 WITH 76000 MILES HAS TIMING CHAIN COVER LEAK AND IT APPEARS IT IS COMMON FAILURE FROM MANUFACTURE OF TOYOTA AND LEXUS AND LEXUS REFUSED TO REPAIR IT , MY CAR IT IS ONE OF 1000S CAR HAS SAME PROBLEM AND LEXUS KNOW THIS IS MANUFACTURED PROBLEM
• Faulty coolant valley seal leaking coolant all over the motor.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“MY CAR 2014 GX 460 WITH 76000 MILES HAS TIMING CHAIN COVER LEAK AND IT APPEARS IT IS COMMON FAILURE FROM MANUFACTURE OF TOYOTA AND LEXUS AND LEXUS REFUSED TO REPAIR IT , MY CAR IT IS ONE OF 1000S CAR HAS SAME PROBLEM AND LEXUS KNOW THIS IS MANUFACTURED PROBLEM”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

SUSPENSION(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 21 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: The infotainment screen on my 2014 Lexus GX 460 has been restarting continuously, rendering it unusable. This system controls essential functions, including the air conditioning, vehicle settings, CD player, and Bluetooth connectivity. Due to the screen constantly restarting, I cannot adjust the AC,
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: On accident air bag doesn’t open but car get total loss
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SUSPENSION: THE VEHICLE IS LEANING TO THE RIGHT SIDE ALL THE TIME, I TAKE IT TO FIX TO TIME ALREADY, AND THE FIRST TIME THE SAID THE CHANGE SOME SPRING, SO NOW THEY SAID ITS NOTHING TO FIX, I CALL LEXUS AND SPOKE WITH SOME MANAGER . AND ALSO SHE DOESN'T HAVE ANY SOLUTION , SO NOW THEY SAID THE GOING TO SENT SOM
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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FUEL SYSTEM: THERE IS AN ONGOING RECALL FOR DENSO FUEL PUMPS, RECAL; NO. 20V-012. THERE HAS BEEN NOTIFICATION BUT NO REPLACEMENT PARTS AVAILABLE. I MUST MAKE A 1200 MILE TRIP IN MY GX460 WITH CONSIDERABLE CARGO MAINLY USING INTERSTATE 95 THROUGH MAJOR EAST COAST CITIES. I BELIEVE THERE HAS NOT BEEN TIMELY REM
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)