2017 Lexus GX Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 71,000miles, 2 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2017 Lexus GX (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2017 Lexus GX. The part named most often is body and structure, with 2 complaints (33% of the total), followed by electrical system (1) and engine (1). 2 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 71,000 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 28 technical service bulletins for this model year. Body and structure complaints overlap with 17 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Body and structure2 33%
- Electrical system1 17%
- Engine1 17%
- Fuel system1 17%
- Other or unknown1 17%
Example complaints
Body and structure: “The paint on the roof of this white Lexus is peeling and cracking. I took it to Lexus and they said since it was 5K miles out of warranty, they would not repair this manufacturers defect”
NHTSA complaint #11565932, filed 2024-01Electrical system: “Navigation/Screen is black, can’t control heat/AC/defrost or see audio/nav, any safety concerns (fogging, distractions, etc.). Tire sensor on, due to sensor failure. Caused me to pull off the road. No way of actually being notified of a tire pressure safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11702026, filed 2025-11Engine: “The contact owns a 2017 Lexus GX. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the center console repeatedly restarted and displayed a blank screen. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed, but no failure was found. Additionally, while driving at 10 MPH, the vehicle experienced a total loss of motive power. No warning lights illuminated. After multiple attempts, the vehicle was restarted and driven normally. The dealer was not notified of the power loss failure, and the vehicle was not further diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #11760400, filed 2026-08, 92,000 milesForward collision avoidance: “The contact owns a 2017 Lexus GX460. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the braking system erroneously activated causing the vehicle to abruptly stop in the middle of the roadway. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on many occasions, but only occurred at the same location each time at on BWI Parkway, Rt. 195, ext. 22, located in Baltimore, MD. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 50,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11560908, filed 2023-12, 50,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
0% of the 2 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 50,000 and 92,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2017 Lexus GX in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 28 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11027560Dec 15, 2025Body and structure. Some 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address…
- 11020656Jun 13, 2025Electrical system. The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in…
- 11016775Feb 7, 2025Body and structure. Some 2010 – 2026 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard™. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the…
- 11015489Feb 7, 2025Body and structure. Some 2010 – 2026 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard™. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the…
- 11007456Jul 29, 2024Body and structure. Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address…
- 11006162Jul 29, 2024Body and structure. Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address…
- 11005121Jun 21, 2024Body and structure. Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and…
- 11005063Jun 21, 2024Body and structure. Some 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and…
- 11003650Apr 19, 2024Body and structure. To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the…
- 11003648Apr 19, 2024Body and structure. The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these…
Other model years of the Lexus GX
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 13 | 2,435 | 2 | — | 17 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 20 | 8,000 | 4 | — | 17 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 6 | — | 0 | 4 | 16 | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 5 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2019 | 8 | 12,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2017 | 6 | 71,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2014 | 15 | 17,895 | 0 | — | — | — | Rising |
| 2013 | 10 | 2,800 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2011 | 11 | 68,750 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2010 | 7 | 1,500 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2007 | 12 | 130,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2006 | 11 | 121,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2004 | 20 | 78,500 | 0 | — | — | — | Falling |
| 2003 | 5 | 85,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2017 Lexus GX have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2017 Lexus GX as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2017 Lexus GX is reported most often?
Body and structure is named most often, in 2 complaints (33% of the total), followed by electrical system with 1.
Has the 2017 Lexus GX been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2017 Lexus GX reported?
Among the 2 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 71,000 miles and the middle half falls between 50,000 and 92,000 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.