Is the 2023 Lexus GX reliable?

The 2023 Lexus GX has 6 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.6x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: excellent. Most common issue: BRAKES problems.

What are common problems with the 2023 Lexus GX?

Top problems: BRAKES (2 complaints, avg repair $500); STEERING (1 complaints, avg repair $500); VISIBILITY (1 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2023 Lexus GX?

No recalls have been issued for the 2023 Lexus GX.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Lexus GX?

The 2023 Lexus GX gets 16 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $3000. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2023 Lexus GX?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2023 Lexus GX is approximately $2,373/year (suv-luxury class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2023 Lexus GX

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Excellent Reliability

Quick Summary

The 2023 Lexus GX has 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.6x the segment average of 10. The most common issue is brakes problems (33% of all complaints), specifically: this vehicles parking brake fails to hold the weight of the vehicle, unless the transmission is engaged in "p" (park). as a result, the weight of the vehicle rests on the transmission notch that is engaged with the park position of the transmission. if the vehicle is stopped and the parking brake i.

1 injury

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.6x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 5)

BRAKES

2 complaints

33%

• THIS VEHICLES PARKING BRAKE FAILS TO HOLD THE WEIGHT OF THE VEHICLE, UNLESS THE TRANSMISSION IS ENGAGED IN "P" (PARK). As a result, the weight of the vehicle rests on the transmission notch that is engaged with the Park position of the transmission. If the vehicle is stopped and the parking brake i
• I bought this 2023 GX460 new in October 2023 from Lexus of Towson in Towson, MD. It currently has approximately 3100 miles on it. Since owning it I have noticed that when coming to a stop and sitting still with the vehicle in gear and the brake pedal engaged normally that the vehicle will start to

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

“THIS VEHICLES PARKING BRAKE FAILS TO HOLD THE WEIGHT OF THE VEHICLE, UNLESS THE TRANSMISSION IS ENGAGED IN "P" (PARK). As a result, the weight of the vehicle rests on the transmission notch that is engaged with the Park position of the transmission. If the vehicle is stopped and the parking brake i”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2023 Lexus GX

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$3,001

Per month

$250

Per mile

25.0¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$3,201/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$2,527/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

Show:

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 2023 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.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$2,373

Full coverage / month

$198

Liability only / year

$732

vs US avg

+42%

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 age1.05x

= Full coverage estimate$2373

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

Estimated Repair Costs

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

VISIBILITY(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

SEATS/RESTRAINTS(~50K mi)

$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 6 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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BRAKES: THIS VEHICLES PARKING BRAKE FAILS TO HOLD THE WEIGHT OF THE VEHICLE, UNLESS THE TRANSMISSION IS ENGAGED IN "P" (PARK). As a result, the weight of the vehicle rests on the transmission notch that is engaged with the Park position of the transmission. If the vehicle is stopped and the parking brake i
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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STEERING: I do have a lot problem with the GX 460 since I got the vehicle. The vehicle to the right and that the steering wheel was vibrating. We when back to the dealer the next day 4/9/23 and explained the problem to the seller that the car is leaning to the right and on the street and on the expressway bet
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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VISIBILITY: My moonroof spontaneously exploded while accelerating from a stop. We were not hit by any object and were not traveling at a high rate of speed at the time. We heard a very loud "pop" followed by a rain of glass from the moon roof. Driver sustained cuts to his hand due from the glass shards.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: Spouse was driving Saturday [XXX] on [XXX] around [XXX], when she heard a BIG BANG out of nowhere. She discovered the next day the source was a partially exploded sunroof glass. Upon inspection there was no glass fragments in the vehicle or on the sunroof shade, fragments were only found on the out
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)