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2019 Lexus GX

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2019 Lexus GX has 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.9x the segment average of 10. The most common issue is fuel system problems (33% of all complaints), specifically: when driving at speeds over 50 mph the cars engine dies. it has happened 3 times on the highway. it is very dangerous. the car will restart only after you come to a complete stop. lexus states there are no issues. very disappointing..

9

Total Complaints

0

Recalls Issued

/5

Safety Stars

0.9x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 5)

FUEL SYSTEM

3 complaints
33%
  • WHEN DRIVING AT SPEEDS OVER 50 MPH THE CARS ENGINE DIES. IT HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES ON THE HIGHWAY. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS. THE CAR WILL RESTART ONLY AFTER YOU COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. LEXUS STATES THERE ARE NO ISSUES. VERY DISAPPOINTING.
  • MY VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A LOW PRESSURE FUEL PUMP WHICH MAY STOP OPERATING WHILE IN MOTION AND WILL CAUSE A CRASH. I AM UNABLE TO CONTINUE TO DRIVE THIS VEHICLE WITH MY WIFE AND TWO CHILDREN. THIS IS A MAJOR LEXUS/TOYOTA RECALL WITH NO REMEDY AVAILABLE.
  • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LEXUS GX460. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN: NUMBER 20V682000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED LEXUS OF ATLANTIC CITY (3169 FIRE RD, EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ 08234, (609) 641-0008) WH
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

WHEN DRIVING AT SPEEDS OVER 50 MPH THE CARS ENGINE DIES. IT HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES ON THE HIGHWAY. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS. THE CAR WILL RESTART ONLY AFTER YOU COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. LEXUS STATES THERE ARE NO ISSUES. VERY DISAPPOINTING.

— NHTSA complaint filing

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2019 Lexus GX

Live EIA prices
Per year
$3,001
Per month
$250
Per mile
25.0¢
MPG
16
City driving (worst-case MPG)
$3,201/yr
Highway driving (best-case MPG)
$2,667/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today
Current
$4.00
5-year low
$2.78
5-year high
$5.01
Since 2021
+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2019 Lexus GX

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.
Full coverage / year
$2,260
Full coverage / month
$188
Liability only / year
$732
vs US avg
+35%
How this estimate is calculated
US base full-coverage premium$1674
× state (US)1.00x
× vehicle class (suv-luxury)1.35x
× theft risk1.00x
× safety rating1.00x
× vehicle age1.00x
= Full coverage estimate$2260

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Lexus GX Service Intervals

Oil change
10K mi / 12 mo
Tire rotation
5K mi
Brake fluid
30 months
Transmission fluid
60K mi
Engine coolant
100K mi
Spark plugs
120K mi
Cabin air filter
30K mi
Engine air filter
30K mi
Differential (AWD/4WD)
60K mi

Toyota Motor Corporation-recommended 10K interval with 0W-20 synthetic. Hybrid models use conventional service intervals; battery is 10-year warranty.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Lexus New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)
4 yr / 50K mi
Powertrain
6 yr / 70K mi
Hybrid/EV battery
10 yr / 150K mi
Corrosion (rust perforation)
6 yr / unlimited mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr / unlimited mi

Hybrid battery is now 10yr/150K miles for 2020+ hybrids

These are the terms for a new Lexus. If you're buying a used 2019 GX, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Lexus dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)
$500
VISIBILITY(~50K mi)
$500
OTHER(~50K mi)
$500
ENGINE(~50K mi)
$500
SUSPENSION(~50K mi)
$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 9 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

  • FUEL SYSTEM: WHEN DRIVING AT SPEEDS OVER 50 MPH THE CARS ENGINE DIES. IT HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES ON THE HIGHWAY. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS. THE CAR WILL RESTART ONLY AFTER YOU COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. LEXUS STATES THERE ARE NO ISSUES. VERY DISAPPOINTING.

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • VISIBILITY: WHEN PUTTING THE VEHICLE IN REVERSE THE SIDEVIEW MIRRORS AUTOMATICALLY TURN IN AND DOWN PER LEXUS DEFAULT. PROBLEM IS YOU CANNOT OVERRIDE THE DEFAULT TO ADJUST THEM FOR A CLEAR VIEW TO THE REAR, WHICH MEANS EVERY TIME YOU BACK-UP YOU HAVE TO ADJUST THEM. THAT CREATES 2 SAFETY ISSUES: FIRST BEING S

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • OTHER: WHEN PUTTING THE VEHICLE IN REVERSE THE SIDEVIEW MIRRORS AUTOMATICALLY TURN IN AND DOWN PER LEXUS DEFAULT. PROBLEM IS YOU CANNOT OVERRIDE THE DEFAULT TO ADJUST THEM FOR A CLEAR VIEW TO THE REAR, WHICH MEANS EVERY TIME YOU BACK-UP YOU HAVE TO ADJUST THEM. THAT CREATES 2 SAFETY ISSUES: FIRST BEING S

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ENGINE: LEXUS KEEP SENDING US A RECALL NOTICE (NO 20V682) BUT WITH REMEDY NOT AVAILABLE. IT HAS BEEN MORE THAN A YEAR WERE WE ARE TOLD OUR CAR MIGHT STALL DURING DRIVING. MY LEASE WILL EXPIRE THIS DECEMBER AND I AM STILL DRIVING A CAR THAT I AM TOLD IS NOT SAFE. I HAVE BEEN AVOIDING LONG TRIP WITH THE CAR F

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints
9
Recalls
0
Fire reports
0
Crash reports
0
Injury reports
0
Segment avg
10

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